“You only discover what you can do when you don’t have a plan B.”
– Dr Victoria Stakelum
Would you have the courage to walk away from a well-paid corporate job without a backup plan having just had a baby and moved house? Especially when you’re the breadwinner?
That’s exactly what Dr Victoria Stakelum decided to do after realising the changes she’d made to transform the toxic, dysfunctional workplace culture she’d joined had been unpicked while she was on maternity leave.
But as with so much in life, what feels like a big, scary decision at the time often turns out to be one of the best we ever make.
Why you should tune in
Discover what happened when Victoria handed in her notice and tapped into a hustle mindset. Hear her advice for leaving a job without a plan B and why curiosity will be your superpower.. And learn the crucial step you have to take if you have a dream and want that dream to become a reality.
Here’s what to listen out for:
[01:17] Dealing with a toxic work environment.
[08:36] Developing a hustle mentality.
[11:21] Key lessons after going it alone.
[17:06] Overcoming the hurdles that stand in your way.
[21:06] The power of curiosity.
[23:35] Retraining for a new career.
Dr. Victoria Stakelum’s journey proves that your biggest leap of faith could lead to your most fulfilling life. Listen to the full episode now and break free from whatever’s holding you back.
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