Have you done the 90-Second Truth Quiz to Check in with Your Soul?
In this episode, we talk about Ioana's beautiful journey from small-town Texas to Barcelona, Spain - how she left everything behind to chase her dreams to build a career in a suitcase.
If you're listening to this as a working mother, maybe feeling lost in a job that doesn't fulfill you, or maybe freelancing but feeling like you're constantly on a hamster wheel, I want you to know that there's another way.
You can build systems that protect you. You can create products from your expertise. You can set up streams of income that don't require you to trade every hour for a dollar. It's not easy, and it's not instant, but it's absolutely possible.
Key Takeaways:
Scarcity kills sustainability: You cannot build a lasting intuitive business based on fear and short-term thinking
Contracts are your safety net: Short-term projects are fine for short-term money, but long-term success requires protective agreements
Systems trump scrambling: The All-In system emerged from crisis but became the foundation of consistent client acquisition
Professional relationships require mutual respect: If you give notice, they should too
Passive income is possible: Digital products can create freedom while you focus on family
Teams amplify your impact: You don't have to do everything yourself – collaboration accelerates success
Risk-taking is essential: The biggest breakthroughs come from the biggest leaps
Mindset creates possibilities: Believing in endless possibilities isn't naive – it's necessary for growth
How to build a business that travels with you
Enjoy x Meli
Ready to explore freelance writing as your path to your own freedom? Then connect with Ioana and learn more about her courses and coaching here:
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