Escape 9 to 5
Escape 9 to 5
Podcast Description
Freedom, Agency and Meaning. Ever thought about ditching the regular 9 to 5 to chase what truly lights you up? I'm on this path to. This podcast is all about that leap of faith—no guides, no guarantees, just real stories from those brave enough to pursue a life beyond the ordinary. Join me as we uncover the untold journeys of dreamers and doers who are carving their own paths. Let's figure out this together.
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The podcast explores themes of personal growth, career transitions, and the pursuit of meaningful work. Episodes cover various approaches to escaping traditional career paths, with examples such as Julian Treasure discussing effective communication, Nat Eliason on redefining success, and Mohan Sivaloganathan addressing burnout and mental health.
Freedom, Agency and Meaning. Ever thought about ditching the regular 9 to 5 to chase what truly lights you up? I’m on this path to. This podcast is all about that leap of faith—no guides, no guarantees, just real stories from those brave enough to pursue a life beyond the ordinary. Join me as we uncover the untold journeys of dreamers and doers who are carving their own paths. Let’s figure out this together.
What if the success you dreamed of… wasn’t the life you actually wanted?
- At just 19, Brian Wong raised $32M and was flying private while his friends were still in college. But behind the headlines was a deeper story—about burnout, traditional expectations, and the real meaning of freedom.
- In this episode, Brian shares how he broke free from the script, what first-time founders often get wrong, and why starting your own company might actually be the *real* job security.
- 🎙️ We talk about:
- • Growing up with traditional Asian parents
- • Founding a startup at 19
- • Burnout and rediscovering balance
- • What most founders misunderstand about fundraising
- • Letting go of the 9 to 5 mindset
- 🔗 Connect with Brian: https://linkedin.com/in/brianwong
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- 🎥 Full video on YouTube: [YouTube episode link]
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