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EPISODE · Oct 12, 2025 · 27 MIN

175: From Grief to Growth: How My Dad’s Words Shape My Business

from Career Design Notes - Real decisions. Real trade-offs. Real career redesign. · host Sharon Singh Sidhu

Six years ago, my dad passed away. At his wake, as I pieced together photos of his life, I kept hearing his voice asking me:'What will your legacy be?'That question has shaped everything I do today - as a working mom, HR leader, and entrepreneur building a lifestyle business to 'retire' in 5 years instead of 65.In this special, reflective episode, I share the timeless lessons my dad taught me and how they apply not just to life, but also to building a business that gives you flexibility, fulfilment, and financial freedom.You’ll learn:Why 'more haste, less speed' is the secret to building your business with patience and trust in the processWhy you’ll never 'find time - you have to make itHow 'we must find a way' can help you push through challenges with resourcefulness and resilienceWhy being honest with yourself is the foundation of building a business (and life) aligned with your true valuesThis isn’t about hustling harder. It’s about living fully, creating your own '3rd path' beyond the 9–5, where you work because you want to, not because you have to.Quick Wins to Apply TodayWrite down one guiding phrase you’ll carry into your business this week (mine: 'We must find a way').Block 1 hour on your calendar this week to work on your business - no matter how messy life feels.Resources & LinksMy free course: Sign your first client in 1 hour/day without cold DMs or hustling 24/7 → sharonsinghsidhu.com/start Subscribe & review the podcast so more working moms can find it → The 1 Hour/Day Side Hustle PodcastDM me on LinkedIn: What’s your legacy?

Six years ago, my dad passed away. At his wake, as I pieced together photos of his life, I kept hearing his voice asking me: 'What will your legacy be?' That question has shaped everything I do today - as a working mom, HR leader, and entrepreneur building a lifestyle business to 'retire' in 5 years instead of 65. In this special, reflective episode, I share the timeless lessons my dad taught me and how they apply not just to life, but also to building a business that gives you flexibility, f...

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