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Becoming BOSSIntroducing: The Career to Entrepreneur MethodSend us a Text Message.Welcome to The Career to Entrepreneur Method. I am so excited that you found your way here. Whether you’re joining for the first time or have been with me since the start (or somewhere in between) I want to welcome you!This is the new updated version of the podcast I've been running under the brand ‘Powering Your Passion’ for the last 2 and half years and 116 episodes. Powering Your Passion was all about discovering what you really love doing in life, the thing that ligh...2024-01-1801 minBecoming BOSS100th Episode Special - Behind The Scenes On Recording An EpisodeSend us a textThis one is a bit different! In celebration of reaching the milestone of my 100th episode, I stepped out from behind the incognito audio world of podcasting and recorded this week’s episode on video! I also talk about how I put an episode together. I give it all away, from how I think of ideas, to recording, editing, publishing and marketing. Finally, I share two other ways I’m celebrating reaching 100 episodes: A prize giveaway and a new podcast playlist!This episode should not be misse...2023-05-2536 minBecoming BOSSWhat’s The Secret Sauce For Biz Success? Listen to thisSend us a textWhat do you think might be the game-changer in your business journey? It's something so simple, yet so powerful, it's like a secret weapon for any aspiring entrepreneur or new business owner. If you've ever found yourself flitting from one idea to the next, never really sticking with anything long enough to see it take off. Or if you've doubted your abilities and given up because you didn't see immediate results, then you're in the right place! SHOW NOTES: https://www.nicholaohara.com/blog/99-secret-sauce...2023-05-1815 minBecoming BOSS5 Business Models: What's Your Perfect Fit?Send us a textIn this episode, I guide you through the maze of business models. Have you discovered your passion and are eager to transform it into a viable business? That's fantastic! But remember, identifying your passion is just the beginning. The next critical step is deciding on your business model - your strategy for converting passion into profit.I delve deep into 5 of the main business models, some of which you might already be familiar with, and others that may be entirely new to you. Plus, I share advice to help you choose...2023-05-1119 minBecoming BOSSMy Top Tips For Your First Weeks As Your Own BossSend us a textWhat’s it like when you actually leave your job, leave the employee world for the last time and become an entrepreneur? In this episode, share three mistakes a lot of aspiring entrepreneurs make in the first few weeks after leaving their job, and how to make sure that you are prepared and ready for when you make your escape and start building your business full time.Get comfortable and press play!SHOW NOTES: https://www.nicholaohara.com/blog/97-de-employee-ingIf...2023-05-0421 minBecoming BOSSChoose Your Own Adventure…4 Routes To Create Your BusinessSend us a textThe nirvana for anyone wanting to leave the employee world to build a business - is to do it quickly and smoothly and to have as little disruption in income as possible. But often they choose the wrong path and then feel even more stressed or unhappy because it is just not getting them anywhere. In this episode, I’m sharing the 4 routes you can take out of your day job to become a business owner, so you can choose the best one for you and start your new adventure on your...2023-04-2718 minBecoming BOSSCall The Shots! Become The CEO And Design The Business That Suits YouSend us a textIf you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate & review the show. This helps me get this message to more people so they too can become the BOSS they are meant to be. ➡️ Watch my free video training to start your online biz in 7 simple steps https://www.nicholaohara.com/free-tra...➡️ Download my FREE Success Vision Guided Visualisation here: https://www.nicholaohara.com/success-...🔗 Grab the latest FREE resources: https://www.nicholaohara.com/resources 🔗 Browse all episode show notes: https://www.nicholaohara.com/blog 2023-04-2015 minBecoming BOSSThe Secret To Breaking The Rules (& Having the Biz & Life You Really Want)Send us a textIf you want to escape your job and become your own boss, you are going to have to find the rule breaker within. In this episode, I’m sharing 3 mental shifts that need to be made for anyone wanting to break some rules to escape the traditional career path. And also give you some quick and impactful tips to get you started.EPISODE SHOW NOTES: https://www.nicholaohara.com/blog/94-rule-breaker If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate & review the show. This help...2023-04-1522 minBecoming BOSSWhat’s THE Marketing Tool You Can’t Afford To Ignore? Check This Out…Send us a textWhen I first started listening to business podcasts back when I was dreaming about being my own boss, there was one thing that all the business gurus talked about the most. They said it was THE most important thing to have to attract potential customers and help them to get to know, like and trust you. I was sceptical at first but soon realised they were right. If you are thinking about starting a side hustle, or are working towards leaving your job to start your dream business, whatever that will be...2023-04-0617 minBecoming BOSSThe 5 People You NEED In Your Biz “Squad”Send us a textYou need to have people in your life that GET you. But not only that, you need people that will motivate and push you to succeed.I’ve talked about finding your tribe before but, in this episode, I’m taking you a layer deeper. I’m sharing with you the 5 people you need to surround yourself with in order to be successful in your transition from employee to becoming your own boss. So if you are struggling with a lack of understanding, disbelief, negativity or pessimism from those in your...2023-03-3017 minBecoming BOSSStruggling To Start Your Career Escape? Do This ONE ThingSend us a textI know what it’s like. You have all the intentions of getting yourself out of the career that is just not working for you, but time and time again you procrastinate. Something else always comes up that is more urgent or at least seems to be. Then weeks months and years slip by and you still haven’t made any progress towards your exit plan, and you are even more unhappy in your career than you were before. I know this because I was exactly the same. Until someon...2023-03-2317 minBecoming BOSSWelcome To The Powering Your Passion PodcastWelcome to the Powering Your Passion Podcast.This podcast is all about navigating your way out of the employee world by building a business powered by your true passion, purpose and talents. It’s also about throwing out the rulebook of what your life ‘should’ look like and taking action to design a life of freedom, abundance and happiness, on your own terms. I’m Nichola O’Hara, and I love all things strategy, planning and mindset related, and my passion is being your guide and cheerleader through the highs and lows of the employee...2023-03-1602 minBecoming BOSSBehind The Scenes: What I’ve Learned From My Year In FranceSend us a textA year ago this week I packed up and moved my life from the UK to live here in the French countryside. At the time it was a big decision and also the fulfilment of one of the biggest daydreams I used to have in my corporate job. So what’s it been like? Has it lived up to my expectations? Do I have any regrets? In this episode, I answer all these questions, and more, and share what I’m planning to do next.So if you ar...2023-03-1614 minBecoming BOSS5 Superpowers You Need As A Wannabe Business OwnerSend us a textIf you could have a superpower what would it be? Do you want to fly or have super strength or be able to turn water into ice? I got thinking about superpowers because you do need a few when you are trying to juggle a day job and follow your dreams to start a business that will allow you to have the lifestyle you deserve. So, in this episode I’m sharing the top 5 superpowers I think you need to support you on your journey to freedom, and tell you what you...2023-03-0914 minBecoming BOSSMy View On 'Quiet Quitting' (And The ONLY Time You Should Do It)Send us a textHave you heard about the latest trend in the work world? It's called "quiet quitting" - doing just enough to meet your employment contract without going above and beyond. It's like playing hard to get, but with your job.I’m sharing my thoughts on this topic because I have to tell you it’s really been bugging me. I'll tell you the ONLY time when "quiet quitting" actually is a good strategy and how you can make it work for you. If you're feeling stuck in a job you h...2023-03-0213 min