5 Signs You’re Ready to Quit Your 9–5 and Start Coaching

Are you stuck in a job that drains you? Wondering if there's more out there for you? In this video, I break down 5 clear signs that you're ready to quit your 9–5 and start your journey into coaching or consulting. I also share my personal story, from corporate layoff at 43 to building a fulfilling solopreneur business. If you've ever caught yourself thinking, “Is this really what I want to be doing with my life?”, this video is for you. Watch to discover: The emotional and practical signals it’s time to leave corporate Why people already asking you for advice is a MAJOR clue The mindset shift that changed everything for me How to start small before you go all in Video Timestamps: 0:00 – Tired of Your 9–5? Here's the Truth 0:34 – My Story: From Layoff to Coaching 2:57 – Sign #1: Feeling Misaligned with Your Role 3:26 – Sign #2: People Already Come to You for Advice 4:15 – Sign #3: You Crave Impact More Than a Paycheck 5:27 – Sign #4: You're Ready to Bet on Yourself 7:28 – Sign #5: You're Exploring Personal Growth Outside of Work 8:25 – What to Do If These Signs Resonate 9:13 – Final Thoughts + Free Resources for Solopreneurs 💡 Want to go deeper? Explore the Solopreneur Playbook Articles, a free resource covering how to start, market, and grow your one-person business: 👉 https://www.dennisgeelen.me/articles 🎥 More Videos on Solopreneurship & Coaching: Check out the full playlist here:    • Strategies and Tips for Solopreneurs   👇 Let’s chat in the comments: Which of the 5 signs hit home for you? Drop your thoughts, I read every comment! Top Hashtags for this Video: #QuitYour9to5 #StartCoaching #SolopreneurLife #CoachingBusiness #LeaveCorporate #EntrepreneurMindset #LifeAfterLayoff #ConsultingCareer #BuildYourOwnBusiness