He left a 9-to-5 to chase a lifelong dream of global adventure. Instead of waiting around, he started by “selling first, building later.” Along the way, he juggled stress, anxiety, and risk, all while testing his ideas in the real world. Sure, there were stumbles, but every failure was a chance to learn. His journey shows that discipline, persistence, and a focus on revenue can reshape who you are—and set you on the path to financial and personal freedom.
📌 Timestamps:
00:02 What Drives Your World Travel Ambition?00:23 Why Sell First Before Building?02:04 What Does 'Creating Freedom' Mean to You?04:34 What Was Your First Dream Job?20:44 How Did Anxiety Change Your Path?35:28 What Gave You the Confidence to Succeed?51:37 How Do You Start Your Day in Freedom?
🔊 Listen on:
Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creating-freedom-podcast/id1769353069
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5MIAWYf8rymLAgsMCPT1v0
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CreatingFreedomPodcast
🌐 Guest Connect:
https://www.instagram.com/laurits.co
🌐 Connect with us:
Simon: https://www.instagram.com/the_real_simon_says
David: https://www.instagram.com/its.daveyourfave
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Be a guest: https://replug.link/become-a-guest
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🏆 Launched our podcast 1st December 2024
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Octavia Stoian shares how quitting her job at 25 to pursue freedom transformed her life, taking her from Romania to London, then Paris, and ultimately Bali. She explains that cultivating an internal sense of freedom through self-development, mindset shifts, and embracing responsibility enabled her to overcome trauma and thrive as an entrepreneur and coach. The conversation highlights the importance of creating routines, surrounding yourself with supportive communities, and taking calculated risks to unlock your full potential.
#DigitalNomad #SelfGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset
📌 Timestamps:
02:10 What Does Creative Freedom Mean?
04:20 Who Is Octavia and Where Is She From?
08:00 How Did She Leave Corporate Life Behind?
15:30 What Sparked Her Self‑Development Journey?
30:00 How Is Bali Transforming Her Lifestyle?
45:00 What Are Her Keys to Overcoming Loneliness?
🔊 Listen on:
Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creating-freedom-podcast/id1769353069
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5MIAWYf8rymLAgsMCPT1v0
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CreatingFreedomPodcast
🌐 Guest Connect:
https://www.instagram.com/octavia_mentoring
🌐 Connect with us:
Simon: https://www.instagram.com/the_real_simon_says
David: https://www.instagram.com/its.daveyourfave
⭐ Support the show: https://mylinkinb.io/creatingfreedompodcast
Be a guest: https://replug.link/become-a-guest
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🏆 Launched our podcast 1st December 2024
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David G. and Leigh C. open up about their journey through Melbourne’s hustle, showing how genuine family support made all the difference. They talk about the daily grind in business and at home, where even small wins build real resilience. Their story isn’t about quick fixes—it’s about prioritising what matters most, right at home. In simple terms, they remind us that true success is built on the strength of family.#FamilyFirst #DavidGLeighC #Melbourne
02:01 What Changed Your Wake-Up Moment in Life?
09:15 How Do You Balance Business and Family?
15:30 Who Inspires Your Authentic Mindset?
21:05 Why Is Giving Back More Vital Than Money?
28:45 What’s Your Vision for a Life of Impact?
🔊 Listen on:
Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creating-freedom-podcast/id1769353069
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5MIAWYf8rymLAgsMCPT1v0
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CreatingFreedomPodcast
🌐 Connect with us:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creatingfreedompod
🌐 Guest Connect:
David G: https://www.instagram.com/dgouldy83/
Leigh C: https://www.instagram.com/leighcarlson/
⭐ Support the show: https://mylinkinb.io/creatingfreedompodcast
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Achievements Timeline:
🏆 Launch: 19 December 2024
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