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EPISODE · Apr 30, 2025 · 7 MIN

1673: How To Talk To Your Family About Working For Yourself by Stephen Warley of Life Skills That Matter

from Optimal Work Daily - Career, Productivity and Entrepreneurship · host Optimal Living Daily | Dan W.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1673: Stephen Warley breaks down how to approach delicate conversations with your family when you're leaving traditional employment to work for yourself. He offers strategies to communicate your vision, address their concerns with empathy, and build a support system that aligns with your new path. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://lifeskillsthatmatter.com/talk-to-your-family-about-working-for-yourself/ Quotes to ponder: "Your family loves you and wants the best for you, but they may not understand what working for yourself means." "Don’t seek their permission, seek their support." "You are the one who has to live with the consequences of your work choices, not them." Episode references: The War of Art: https://www.amazon.com/War-Art-Steven-Pressfield/dp/1936891026 Designing Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Designing-Your-Life-Well-Lived-Joyful/dp/1101875321 The Big Leap: https://www.amazon.com/Big-Leap-Conquer-Hidden-Level/dp/0061735361 Quiet: https://www.amazon.com/Quiet-Power-Introverts-World-Talking/dp/0307352153 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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