In this Honor the Journey mid-week edition of The Savvy Leader Podcast, Kristin shares the raw, unfiltered story of her leap from a 21-year corporate career into the unpredictable world of entrepreneurship.

From walking out of her corporate job on the exact same day her husband resigned, to juggling three jobs just to stay afloat, to slowly building multiple income streams — real estate, digital marketing, franchising, and community leadership — this episode breaks down what really happens when you choose to bet on yourself.

Kristin dives into:

• How she used complementary businesses to stabilize income

• Why she recommends 12 months of cash reserves before taking the leap

• Her early struggles in real estate and what finally clicked

• The surprising reason she stepped back from a rising sales career

• "Conflict of values" — and how it shapes your decisions without you realizing it

• Scaling Gray Duck Marketing Group during COVID

• Launching LEAD Network Professionals and why the market desperately needed a new kind of networking group

• Building a strategic, values-driven brand that actually converts

• Why clarity, consistency, and community matter more than hustle

If you're a new entrepreneur, a burned-out professional, or someone craving a more aligned life, this episode will give you perspective, encouragement, and tactical insight to help you honor your journey — wherever you are today.

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