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Employee to Entrepreneur: How to Earn Your Freedom and Do Work that Matters Kindle Edition

by Steve Glaveski (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Make the leap and become an entrepreneur today

Are you living for the weekend? Are you dissatisfied at work? Are you itching to do something that is important to you? How can you avoid the pitfalls that many first-time entrepreneurs have fallen into? How do you explore whether entrepreneurship is right for you without giving up your day job? Employee to Entrepreneur is your guide to leaving your job behind and building something for yourself.

Author and employee-turned-entrepreneur Steve Glaveski, shows you how to navigate the challenges, find the entrepreneurial success that is right for you and become a better person along the way. Employee to Entrepreneur combines storytelling with a step-by-step framework to teach you how to effectively explore and leverage entrepreneurship to gain freedom, fulfillment and financial security. 

  • understand what you want to do by first understanding yourself
  • explore if entrepreneurship is right for you without giving up your day job
  • avoid the common pitfalls faced by first-time entrepreneurs
  • fund, test and prioritise your ideas in a fast and cost-effective way
  • develop the mindset to succeed in your business.

If you’re ready to leave your cushy employee life behind and build a business and a life you believe in, reading this essential guidebook is your first step to making it happen. 

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"If you’ve thought about making the leap to become an entrepreneurr, this is a manual for making it happen. Steve Glaveski has done it successfully, and he shares his experiences and insights to make the transition easier."
ADAM GRANT
New York Times bestselling author of ORIGINALS, GIVE AND TAKE, and OPTION B with Sheryl Sandberg

"This book is a framework to inspire aspiring innovators to make the leap―to evolve from employees/pawns of stagnant and dying corporations suffering “paralysis by analysis,” to successful entrepreneurs who can embrace the right risks, walk the edge of uncertainty with confidence and good judgment, avoid (most) beginners mistakes and turn the inevitable failures into future triumphs. An optimistic book, well-articulated and worthwhile; an antidote to doomsday prophecies about the future of work."
WHITNEY JOHNSON
Thinkers50 Leading Management Thinkers, author of the bestselling Build an A Team, and critically-acclaimed Disrupt Yourself

"A must read for anyone looking to make the transition from what Steve calls 'miserably comfortable' at a large organisation to the freedom and fulfilment that comes with entrepreneurship."
CY WAKEMAN
Author of No Ego: How Leaders Can Cut the Cost of Workplace Drama, End Entitlement and Drive Big Results

"Steve takes his personal learnings from years of doing the work and packages them up into one concise book – making his hard-won insights available to all of us."
PASCAL FINETTE
Singularity University Chair for Entrepreneurship and Open Innovation

"Being a successful employee and a successful entrepreneur require two different toolkits. This book helps people acquire the tools they need to make the move successfully"
NATHAN CHAN
CEO and Publisher of Foundr Magazine

"At its core, this book is about transformation. Beyond a conversation about how you work and make money, it is a guide to re-imaging a life that you fully own."
SHERRY WALLING, PH.D.
ZenFounder

"Lots of people dream of walking the path from employed to entrepreneur, but Steve Glaveski’s actually done it. Best of all, he took notes on what works and what doesn’t and now he decided to show you how."
DAVID BURKUS
Author of FRIEND OF A FRIEND

From the Publisher

STEVE GLAVESKI is on a mission to unlock the latent talent of people across the globe so that they can create more impact for humanity and lead more fulfilling lives. He is the co-founder and CEO of Collective Campus, an innovation accelerator with offices in Australia and Singapore and clients all over the world. He has worked for the likes of EY, KPMG and Macquarie Bank, founded several businesses, hosts the award winning Future Squared podcast and is a best-selling author.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07MBRDKBM
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wiley; 1st edition (21 December 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2605 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 306 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 0730363864
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 out of 5 stars 18

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Steve Glaveski

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Steve Glaveski is an entrepreneur, author and podcast host whose mission is to unlock the latent potential of people so that they can create more impact for humanity and lead more fulfilling lives.

He is CEO of Collective Campus, an innovation accelerator based in Melbourne and Singapore, that works with large organizations around the globe. Collective Campus was recognized by the Australian Financial Review as one of Australia’s fastest-growing new companies in 2018.

Steve’s company has worked with the likes of Telstra, NAB, Clifford Chance, KWM, BNP Paribas, Microsoft, Village Digital, Lufthansa, Ayala, Charter Hall, Maddocks, Australian Unity, BNZ, MetLife and Sportsbet. Collective Campus has also been home to and incubated over 100 startups which have collectively raised more than US$25M.

He also founded Lemonade Stand, a children’s entrepreneurship program and now, SaaS platform, that has been delivered to kids across Australia and Singapore.

Steve is the author of Employee to Entrepreneur: How To Earn Your Freedom and Do Work That Matters, (Wiley, 2019), the children’s picture book, Lemonade Stand: From Idea to Entrepreneur (2019) and Time Rich: Do Your Best Work, Live Your Best Life (2020, Wiley).

Steve hosts the Future Squared podcast, winner of the 2017 Australian Podcasting Awards People’s Choice award in the Business category, and now over 370 episodes strong. He has interviewed the likes of Adam Grant, Seth Godin, Kevin Kelly, Gretchen Rubin, Robert Greene, Tyler Cowen, Beth Comstock, James Clear, Alex Osterwalder, and Steve Blank, among many others.

His work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, the Australian Financial Review, Tech in Asia and numerous other outlets.

Web: www.steveglaveski.com | www.timerichbook.com

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J L
5.0 out of 5 stars A practical glimpse into an entrepreneur's notebook
Reviewed in Australia on 18 January 2019
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The book initially seems to be a topical summary of 'how to optimise your life', but as you read along you find yourself taken on a journey. Underneath the practical and relatable stories lies a string that the Steve entices you to follow, bringing you through a journey of assessing where you are personally, what you really want, and how to get there. Great read, even better workbook!
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Chadwick
5.0 out of 5 stars Clear, simple & effective strategies
Reviewed in Australia on 28 October 2019
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Very resourceful book, but not overdone with technicality for the beginner. Effective and motivating read. Plenty of call to actions to implement & start being, ‘the world needs this.’
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J N
5.0 out of 5 stars Impactful, practical and hyper-relevant for the existentially driven employee
Reviewed in Australia on 8 January 2019
There is profundity when anecdotes meet rigorous self-reflection. This book sits snuggly in that powerful intersection. In a genre that can be bloated with esotericism, Steve calls upon his lived and decorated experience from transitioning away from a life in corporate, to ground this book in relatable realism. The message to disenfranchised employees is to reject a hamster-wheel reality is unchangeable, and instead embrace their inner entrepreneurialism.

By layering a bevy of actionable takeaways throughout — both reflective and practical — Steve takes employees on a journey that illuminates the fulfilling life that awaits outside of corporate monotony. The book speaks, with an empathetic deliberateness, to the pining hearts of employees looking for a deeper satisfaction that has eluded them in their day-to-day jobs.

I can't recommend this read highly enough for anyone who wants to realise a life beyond the four walls of corporate. It's THE toolkit to not only get you started, but to hold your hand all the way to the finish line. And beyond.
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SteveB
5.0 out of 5 stars Well balanced and practical
Reviewed in Australia on 22 January 2019
As a person contemplating the shift from employee to entrepreneur, I enjoyed the transparency shared by Steve. His writing was personal, practical, funny and I especially enjoyed the interweaving of psychology, neuroscience and philosophy. Steve's track record speaks for itself but he writes humbly and presents a variety of runways for people to make their journey. Like a true entrepreneur, Steve doesn't just ask you to believe him, he provides tools to test your assumptions, make prototypes that provide feedback that informs and to do so for the right reasons. Entrepreneurship is not for everyone but if it is, then this is the manual to devour to help you on your way.
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The Dude
5.0 out of 5 stars Practical! Invaluable!
Reviewed in Australia on 15 January 2019
For anyone dreaming about escaping the rat race of the stifling, suffocating corporate environment (full of moral mazes), this book is an invaluable action-oriented guide on how to make the break happen and become an entrepreneur. At the end of each chapter, you get a step-by-step action plan. Great psychological insights based on the author's personal experience in moving from employee to entrepreneur. This book will make your life more fulfilling and allow you to consign your horrible, incompetent, and totally clueless boss to the ash heap of history. Finally! The book teaches you how you can become the master of your own destiny.
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Moresh Kokane
5.0 out of 5 stars A guidebook for making one of the most important transitions
Reviewed in Australia on 17 January 2019
One of my resolutions for this year is to read a couple of books each month. Will try to post a small review from time to time.

Book 1 of month 1 is Steve Glaveski's, "Employee to Entrepreneur"

Steve has created a wonderful guidebook for everyone looking to make this transition as well as those who are looking to refine their ongoing entrepreneurial journey.

I was fortunate enough to get an autographed copy from the author himself, yet I have also bought it on Kindle. If you value something you should always pay for it. Buy the book.
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CMM
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational read!
Reviewed in Australia on 7 January 2019
Steve's book is not only a well written account on how he made the jump from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, but a practical guide on how to do it too. Even those happy in their day jobs should read this in order to work more effectively and think like an entrepreneur - you and your organisation will be better for it! Highly recommended.
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snam1
5.0 out of 5 stars Must Read!
Reviewed in Australia on 7 January 2019
If you are looking to leave the corporate world and become an entrepreneur - start by reading this book!
This playbook comes action-packed with not only useful information and great stories but actionable steps to make the leap from Employee to Entrepreneur.

Highly Recommended! This is a game-changer!
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TKinion
5.0 out of 5 stars Not just for Entrepreneurs but anyone looking for purpose in their work!
Reviewed in the United States on 17 January 2019
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When picking up Employee to Entrepreneur I was worried that it would also mean I needed to start thinking about a business idea. What I found instead was a book about helping people get out of their rut and avoiding the pitfalls that many entrepreneurs face.

Steve approaches the subject of entrepreneurship less from a "look what I did and do this yourself" mentality to lessons that can be applied each day and even in your current role. The way he does this, and I found most refreshing, was through a mix of ancient philosophy (Socrates, Marcus Aurelius, etc) combined with work by today's futurists (Adam Grant, Alec Ross, etc), that often ties into best practices for people looking to change their current work situation.

The final piece of the puzzle that made this book whole-istic (pun on its way...) is how much Steve also values personal well being. Whether you have trouble focusing, find yourself overwhelmed at work, or just want to live a healthier life Steve firmly believes that to be fully present as an entrepreneur you must also have your physical and mental health figured out.

This is a great read and something I will be returning to time and again for years to come. Thanks Steve!
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TKinion
5.0 out of 5 stars Not just for Entrepreneurs but anyone looking for purpose in their work!
Reviewed in the United States on 17 January 2019
When picking up Employee to Entrepreneur I was worried that it would also mean I needed to start thinking about a business idea. What I found instead was a book about helping people get out of their rut and avoiding the pitfalls that many entrepreneurs face.

Steve approaches the subject of entrepreneurship less from a "look what I did and do this yourself" mentality to lessons that can be applied each day and even in your current role. The way he does this, and I found most refreshing, was through a mix of ancient philosophy (Socrates, Marcus Aurelius, etc) combined with work by today's futurists (Adam Grant, Alec Ross, etc), that often ties into best practices for people looking to change their current work situation.

The final piece of the puzzle that made this book whole-istic (pun on its way...) is how much Steve also values personal well being. Whether you have trouble focusing, find yourself overwhelmed at work, or just want to live a healthier life Steve firmly believes that to be fully present as an entrepreneur you must also have your physical and mental health figured out.

This is a great read and something I will be returning to time and again for years to come. Thanks Steve!
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