I built a six-figure remote business and walked away from the 9 to 5 at age 46. Every Tuesday, I email a story, tip, or idea to help you climb down the corporate ladder and live life on your terms.
I built something to make starting easier
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Hi Reader, If you’ve ever thought about starting a freelancing side hustle or business, even casually, you’ve probably felt this at some point: You want to build something, but you have no clue where to begin. So you read, watch videos, save ideas. And somehow… nothing actually happens. I’ve seen this over and over again, both in my own journey and with the people I talk to every week. The problem usually isn’t motivation. It’s the lack of a clear starting point. That’s why I created something new: The 30-Day Freelancer Launch PlaybookIt’s a 13-page, simple, practical roadmap designed for people who want to turn skills, experience, or expertise into income, without quitting their job or overcomplicating things. This isn’t about building a brand, chasing followers, or “finding your passion.” It’s about:
I’ve made it available for $9 as a low-pressure way to get momentum. 👉 Check out the 30-Day Freelancer Launch Playbook here If freelancing isn’t the right path for you right now, no worries at all. But if you’ve been wanting more freedom, flexibility, or control over your work, this is a solid place to begin! Best, Colin P.S. If you’re not sure whether freelancing fits you, you can also take my free 2-minute Side Hustle Quiz to get clarity first: |
9-5 Escape by Colin Graves
I built a six-figure remote business and walked away from the 9 to 5 at age 46. Every Tuesday, I email a story, tip, or idea to help you climb down the corporate ladder and live life on your terms.
Yesterday afternoon, while I was working away, I started getting messages from complete strangers on LinkedIn and other social media platforms. Most of them started with something like: “Hey, I just read an article about how you turned your side hustle into a full-time business and quit your job...” At first, I had no idea why I was suddenly getting all these messages. Then I realized my 9-5 exit story had just been published by the U.S. edition of the Daily Mail and picked up by MSN as well....
Hi Reader, Sharing a quick insight with you this week, as I have to catch an early-morning flight. Laura and I will be travelling for about 10 days, which means I’ll be working mostly from coffee shops, my favourite place to work! Just my laptop, great coffee, and plenty of background noise... music to my ears. _______________________ Earlier today, I was watching an interview with Seth Godin. One question he asked stuck with me enough that I paused the video and just sat there for a minute....
Hi Reader, Almost every time I go to the mall, I notice a young woman working at one of those perfume kiosks in the middle of the walkway. She’s probably 22 or 23. Part of her job is to call out to people walking by and ask them if they want a perfume sample. And almost everyone says no. Politely, but still no. But here's the thing. She keeps doing it. She simply smiles, nods, and invites the next person. No drama. No skipping a beat. I can almost guarantee you that this woman will be...