#2: How to Leave a 6-Figure Career in Corporate to Start a Business and Travel the World w/ McKenna Irwin
You all know that I left a 6-Figure career to pursue my dreams and start a business I’m truly passionate about.
Well, guess what? I’ve found an amazing woman who has a similar story. So obviously, I had to invite her onto the podcast.
Her name is McKenna Irwin and she’s a marketing expert, website designer and CEO of the, Arrova Coast, which is a website design and marketing company for the modern entrepreneur. Originally from Arizona, McKenna left her corporate career to travel the world and start her business that’s 100% remote.
There are a lot of question marks around leaving a stable career to become a digital nomad…
How did you leave your 9-5?
How were you able to afford to do this financially?
How did you get clients?
How long did it take?
Listen to this episode and you’ll hear exactly how McKenna did it. I already know that you’re going to be inspired by the steps and strategies she shares in her entrepreneurial journey.
And honestly, if you’re just starting out or just trying to gain some insight into how to launch a business or change your career, this episode will help you gain the inspiration you need to start moving in that direction.
Here’s a look at what we talked about:
[04:32] The deciding moment in leaving her corporate career
[08:33] How McKenna was able to support herself financially during her travels and starting her business
What McKenna’s support system looks like and the role it plays in her life
[18:35]How McKenna landed her first clients and how she used her skills from corporate to grow her business.
[22:52] The scariest moment in starting her business
[26:59] How McKenna met her life partner during her travels by chance. And how they design their lives together
[33:12] What her secret weapon is
[35:26] The hardest thing she’s ever had to experience
[38:33] Advice for people wanting to leave their corporate job and pursue their dreams
Connect with McKenna:
Instagram: @arrovacoast
Website: https://arrovacoast.com/
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