On this episode of "The Premium Mindset," Cameron Bawden and Evan Ritchey take a dive deep into the realities of entrepreneurship, and the contrast between 9-to-5 jobs and small business ownership. Covering topics like the importance of mentorship, time management, and overcoming challenges, the speakers share personal stories of financial struggles, entrepreneurial pressure, and turning dreams into reality. If you are on the fence between climbing the corporate ladder, staying on the 9 to 5 path, or starting your own business, this episode is for you. TIMESTAMPS 0:00-0:24 Exploring the misconception of freedom in entrepreneurship and the responsibilities it entails. 0:24-0:43 The Premium Mindset Intro 0:43-1:14 9-to-5 vs. Business Ownership 1:14-2:28 Pursuing Happiness Over Money 2:28-3:53 The Grass Isn't Always Greener 3:53-4:47 Passion vs. End Goals 4:47-6:31 Defining Freedom in Entrepreneurship 6:31-7:51 Accountability and Work Ethic 7:51-8:47 The Reality of Being Your Own Boss 8:47-10:33 Leadership and Self-Discipline 10:33-12:08 The Foundation of Discipline 12:08-13:06 Self-Motivation and Ownership 13:12-14:14 – Entrepreneurial Journey and Inspiration 14:15-15:23 – Challenges of Entrepreneurship 15:24-16:02 – Building Habits for Success 16:03-17:01 – Self-Improvement and Accountability 17:02-18:18 – Networking and Growth Opportunities 18:19-19:45 – Learning from Role Models 19:46-20:50 – Leveraging Resources and Time Management 20:51-21:56 – Breaking the 10-Million-Dollar Barrier 21:57-23:11 – Balancing Ambition and Freedom 23:37-24:07 - Child's Education and Hard Lessons 24:07-24:30 - Value of Mentorship 24:30-25:04 - Charging for Expertise 25:04-25:39 - Success Principles for 9-to-5 and Entrepreneurs 25:39-26:17 - Action and Success 26:17-27:29 - Entrepreneurship vs 9-to-5 Pressure 27:29-28:35 - Entrepreneurial Responsibility 28:35-30:16 - Consistency and Reward 30:16-31:22 - Choosing Your Hard 31:22-32:51 - Newton's Law and Entrepreneurial Growth 32:51-33:40 - No Guarantees in Entrepreneurship 33:40-34:47 - Job Security vs Uncertainty 34:47-35:11 - Adapting to Market Changes 35:12-35:28 - Outro