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For some people, it might be leaving a corporate job. For others, it could be having multiple income streams, choosing which clients to work with, having more control over their time, or simply knowing they’re not completely dependent on one source of income. I think the interesting part is that independence can look very different from person to person. What would having more independence allow you to change in your life? And for those already building toward it, what has been the biggest mindset shift for you along the way?

I went to Arlan Hamilton's Your First Million Live in 2024. It was amazing. Sadly did not get one of the cool Levi's jean jackets but the energy in the theatre was amazing. I remember Rich Paul - LeBron's sports agent - joined Arlan on the stage and spoke about respecting people regardless of how much many he had. He also said that no kids who looked like him had every reached out to be mentored. I found that hard to believe. Then I attended Latinas in Tech and a brilliant healthcare professional said the same thing. Question: Why do people not reach out? I doubt its imposter syndrome. Could it be they place these people on pedestals and fear rejection? Thoughts?

Companies pay employees to rent their expertise and skills. Your skills help companies to create revenue and sustain themselves. Have you cataloged your skills and not just your titles. Being in charge of your career means knowing what skills you have. Tip: Sit down and do a brain dump of all the tasks you do or did. You can even do it verbally like a stream of conscience. Take the output, build a prompt and run it through your AI tool of choice.

Hi I am Mufaro. I am in the San Francisco Bay Area. I used to love to sew. I cut back because I programmed for years and my hands began to experience cramping. I still have my sewing machine, a serger and a dressmaker form. I hope to create a dress or pantsuit. I just have to plan and build in a bit more time. I am always looking for other people living their dreams so I am happy to learn about other people's path.