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Why Uncertainty Creates the Best Opportunities

Hire Yourself Podcast with Pete Gilfillan

In uncertain times, most people play defense. But the most successful entrepreneurs and investors? They lean in. In this episode, Pete Gilfillan explains why economic and social uncertainty presents a unique opportunity for those ready to take control of their future. If you’re wondering whether now is the right time to make a move—this episode will change your mindset.

In this episode, Pete discusses:

• Why Uncertainty Creates Market Gaps
  Volatility disrupts old systems. Those who adapt quickly can seize unmet needs and scale new offerings before the competition catches up.
  
• How Smart Investors Use Downturns
  From low-cost assets to reduced competition, Pete outlines why tough times are the best times to grow—if you're bold and prepared.
  
• The Rise of Financial Independence Thinking
  As trust in corporate stability fades, more professionals are looking to diversify income and control their future through business ownership.
  
• Why Now Is the Time to Act
  With interest rates, innovation, and labor shifts creating rare conditions, Pete explains how to position yourself for long-term advantage through franchising.
  

Key Takeaways:

• Turbulence opens doors.
  Smart entrepreneurs use uncertainty to find gaps and build new value.
• You won’t win by waiting.
  Waiting for stability is a strategy to miss opportunity.
• Franchise ownership offers structure during chaos.
  A proven business model + your leadership = controlled growth.
• Now is the time to shift.
  If you want independence, start taking the first steps today.
  

“Uncertainty doesn’t have to be a threat—it can be your biggest advantage.” — Pete Gilfillan

CONNECT WITH PETE GILFILLAN:
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petegilfillan/
🌐 Website: https://www.hireyourself.com/

CONNECT WITH HIRE YOURSELF PODCAST:
🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hire-yourself-podcast/id1472038217
🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7eTKOLjuUWbf7BRtGtp6dP?si=eb2f7b38bd884804
▶️ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@hireyourself7642
📅 Meet with Pete: https://www.hireyourself.com/gilfillan/

CONNECT WITH PETE GILFILLAN:
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petegilfillan/
🌐 Website: https://www.hireyourself.com/

CONNECT WITH HIRE YOURSELF PODCAST:
🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hire-yourself-podcast/id1472038217
🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7eTKOLjuUWbf7BRtGtp6dP?si=eb2f7b38bd884804
▶️ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@hireyourself7642
📅 Meet with Pete: https://go.hireyourself.com/gilfillan?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=IR