116: The Power of Serendipity & Saying Yes with Dennis Geleen
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What if your greatest breakthrough started with a layoff?
In this episode of Try Life On, Maurice Philogene sits down with Dennis Geleen—author of The Accidental Solopreneur—to unpack how a sudden career disruption became the catalyst for a completely reimagined life. Dennis shares how embracing serendipity, expanding his "luck surface area," and leaning into discomfort led him to build a successful solo consulting practice, write multiple books, and coach others to do the same.
Key Takeaways:
• Why safety and comfort might be your biggest trap
• How to spot and act on life’s “happy accidents”
• What it means to build a life you don’t need a vacation from
If you've ever found yourself asking, "Is this really it?"—this conversation might be the sign you've been waiting for.
Connect with Dennis Geelen:
• Website: https://www.dennisgeelen.me
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennisgeelen/
• Book: The Accidental Solopreneur on Amazon
Connect with Maurice Philogene:
• Website: https://www.trylifeon.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene/
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