The Woman's Hustle: Thrills and Spills of Entrepreneurship

The Strategy Behind a Successful Transition | From Employee to Entrepreneur

Upgraded MindsetZ Media Season 2 Episode 21

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The Mindset & Strategy Behind a Successful Transition with Sarah Janzen!

In this energizing episode of The Woman’s Hustle: Thrills and Spills of Entrepreneurship, Powerhouse Women’s Coach and Founder of The Big Leap, Sarah Janzen, opens up about her journey from corporate burnout to building a mission‑driven business that helps women transition into entrepreneurship with confidence, clarity, and financial stability.

Sarah breaks down the real challenges women face when stepping out of the burnout of corporate life — from common pitfalls to the mindset traps that keep so many stuck. She shares her raw honesty and strategic wisdom, offering a roadmap that helped her rebuild her identity, reclaim her purpose, and design a sustainable business aligned with her strengths.

This episode will leave you with why clarity is the ultimate accelerator for women stepping into their next chapter, and it offers practical strategies, heartfelt encouragement, and a reminder that reinvention is not only possible, it’s powerful.

ABOUT THE GUEST: 
 
Sarah Janzen is passionate about entrepreneurship as a powerful path to women’s empowerment and freedom. She believes success comes from clarity, strategic planning, and a mindset strong enough to move through fear and self‑doubt. Through her coaching, she helps women transition from corporate careers into sustainable businesses, drawing on lessons from her own first failed venture to accelerate their journey and help them avoid common mistakes.

Follow Sarah Janzen:
https://herbigleave.com
LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/sarahjansen
Instagram - https://instagram.com/thesarahjansen

Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:50 Sarah's Corporate Journey and Transition
05:59 Mindset Shifts for Leaving Corporate
08:46 The Identity Shift from Employee to Entrepreneur
12:01 The Importance of Support and Investment
20:44 Changing the Narrative Around Business Success
22:20 Final Thoughts and Resources for Women Entrepreneurs


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About Upgraded MindsetZ - Kisha Woods - Founder and CEO

Kisha is an award‑winning Certified Life & Business Coach, author,  speaker, resource and advocate. As the Founder and CEO of Upgraded MindsetZ, she leads a mission to help women break free from outdated cycles, find their voice, and step confidently into their purpose in life, career and entrepreneurship.

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