Smashing the Plateau
Smashing the Plateau shares stories and strategies from corporate refugees: mid-career professionals who’ve left corporate life to build something of their own.
Each episode features a candid conversation with someone who has walked this path or supports those who do. Guests share their journeys of transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship, offering practical insights on how to do more of what you love and get paid what you’re worth, while taking greater control over your career destiny.
Along the way, you’ll hear real strategies for building a sustainable, fulfilling business on your terms—covering positioning, growth, decision-making, marketing, and mindset.
And woven throughout each conversation are insights from guests on the power of community—how belonging, support, and trusted peers can be the catalyst that helps you navigate uncertainty and accelerate your success.
If you’re leaving corporate or have already made the leap, this podcast will give you both inspiration and actionable strategies to build momentum.
✅ What listeners gain:
• Intimate, high-trust stories from peers who’ve been there
• Proven frameworks to support your growth
• Clarity, structure, and practical next steps
• Encouragement and insight into the role of community in long-term success
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Experience the power of community yourself.
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