In this episode, I hit pause to reflect on what the first three episodes of The Intentional Exit really look like in my life right now—messy, imperfect, and still full of freedom. I talk candidly about what it's like to wake up with full control over my time, the mental challenges that come with that freedom, and how I’ve caught myself staying “busy” just to fill the space.

I’ll share how the 80/20 rule continues to show up, how I’m still working to trust my systems and release unnecessary tasks, and what it really feels like to build a life you don’t need a vacation from.

This isn’t theory. It’s real-time progress. Let’s talk about what happens after the exit… and why mindset is everything.

Most people think they’ll slow down once they’ve “made it.” But what if that’s backwards?

In this episode, we talk about why margin—time, energy, and financial breathing room—isn’t a reward for success. It’s a requirement for sustainable growth. I’ll break down the Burnout Loop that keeps so many entrepreneurs and employees stuck in cycles of exhaustion, and share some practical ways you can start creating space in your life and work this week.

Margin doesn’t show up by accident. You have to build it on purpose. Let’s talk about how.

We often fear the cost of making a change—but what about the cost of not changing?

In this episode, we’re getting real about the hidden costs of staying in a job, business, or lifestyle that’s out of alignment. From lost time and drained energy to strained relationships and missed opportunities, you’re already paying a price—even if you don’t realize it yet.

I’ll share some of my own wake-up calls and help you take inventory of what staying stuck might be costing you. The good news? You don’t have to blow everything up to move forward. Small, intentional shifts can create serious momentum.

If you’re feeling the tension between where you are and where you want to be—this episode is for you.

In this first full episode, I’m sharing the heart behind The Intentional Exit—and the wake-up call that made me realize something had to change.

For years, I checked all the boxes: successful career, growing businesses, constant hustle. But deep down, I knew I was building something that looked good on paper but didn’t feel right. And it was costing me time, energy, and presence with my family.

This episode is about getting honest: What are you really working toward? What kind of life are you building? And most importantly—what would it look like to build one you don’t need to escape from?

If you're a business owner or W-2 employee chasing freedom, fulfillment, and intentional growth—this is where we start.

In this short trailer, I’ll introduce you to The Intentional Exit—a podcast for business owners and W-2 employees who are ready to stop living for weekends and start building a life of freedom and intention.

You’ll hear a bit of my story—husband, dad, entrepreneur, and former lending and real estate guy who grew up farming—and why I launched this show. We’ll talk about what to expect in future episodes, who this is really for, and how we’re going to tackle the messy middle between stuck and free.

If you’re craving more time, more meaning, and more control over your work and your life—this is the podcast for you.