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Redefining Success: Kristen Chimack on Leaving Corporate America & Building Down to Earth Insights
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In this episode of BizBlend, Kristen Chimack, founder of Down to Earth Insights and author of The Cost of Staying, shares her transformative journey of walking away from a 30-year corporate career to pursue entrepreneurship. Kristen talks about the inner conflict of feeling unfulfilled despite outward success, the fears tied to leaving a steady paycheck, and how redefining success was crucial for her personal growth. She offers actionable insights on how to recognize misalignment in your career, build a strategic exit plan, and cultivate a support system to navigate the uncertainties of entrepreneurship. This is a must-listen for anyone feeling torn between staying in a secure job and pursuing something more authentic.
About the Guest:
Kristen Chimack is a coach, retreat creator, and the founder of Down to Earth Insights, LLC. With decades of leadership experience in a Fortune 50 company, Kristen now dedicates her work to helping others redefine success and realign their professional paths. Her book, The Cost of Staying, explores the hidden price of staying in roles that no longer serve us.
Key Takeaways:
How to identify when it’s time to leave a long-term corporate role.
The financial and emotional planning needed for a major career pivot.
Misconceptions about entrepreneurship and the reality of solopreneurship.
Why redefining success is key to fulfillment.
The importance of building a support network when transitioning careers.
Connect with Kristen:
Website: https://kristenchimack.com/
Book: The Cost of Staying (available on Amazon)
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