Jim Fielding knows what it's like to go from running teams at global brands to learning how to tie his shoes again as a solo entrepreneur. After three decades at Disney, Dreamworks, and the Clippers, Jim launched his coaching practice and had to build every system from scratch.

In this episode, Jim shares his journey from overwhelmed beginner to confident business owner, including the tools he uses, the mistakes he made, and the mantra that guides his coaching: leave your corner of the world a little better than you found it.

Key Topics:

• Transitioning from corporate executive to solo coach
• Building systems through trial and error (calendars, invoicing, graphics, content)
• Going from 4 hours/day on LinkedIn to 25 minutes
• Why humility is your competitive advantage as an entrepreneur
• The business development challenge coaches face
• Working with global freelance teams
• Adding value through small, incremental changes

Connect with Jim Fielding:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimfielding/
Website: https://www.hijimfielding.com/

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