If you are sitting at your 9-5 desk right now, dreaming of handing in your notice but terrified of losing that steady paycheck—this episode is for you.

Leaving the corporate world isn’t just about logistics; it’s a massive identity shift. Who are you without the job title? How do you handle the "money scaries" without a bi-weekly deposit?

We are sitting down with Ashley Mina (aka Your Work Wife), founder of The Working Gal Co, to talk about the messy, honest reality of making the jump from employee to entrepreneur. Ashley shares her own story of navigating a layoff that forced her to bet on herself , and gives us the "cheat codes" she wishes she had when she started.

In this episode, we chat about:

The Identity Crisis: Why you have to "grieve" your corporate self before you can build your new one.

The "Scrappy" Mindset: Why getting a "bridge job" (like working the front desk at a barre studio) is a smart strategy, not a failure.

Signs You Are Ready: Why overthinking your client proposals is actually a green light to quit.

The "First 100 Days" Plan: A tactical guide to your first three months, including the "Brag Folder" technique.

Health Insurance: Practical tips on handling benefits, spousal support, and negotiating stipends.

Whether you are plotting your escape or are already in the thick of your first year solo, this conversation is the permission slip you need to build a business that actually supports your life.

Connect with Ashley Mina:

Instagram: @yourworkwifeashley

Website: yourworkwifeashley.com

Check out her communities: The Working Gal Co. & Gals Against the Grain 

Connect with Jo & Lyndon:

Website: joandlyndon.com

Instagram: @joandlyndon

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