CRISIS MODE: Surviving Personal Emergencies as a Business Owner.

CRISIS MODE: Surviving Personal Emergencies as a Business Owner.

Author: Shane Sams January 27, 2025 Duration: 53:54

In this episode, I get real about one of the toughest moments of my life. Over the holidays, my family faced a major crisis that derailed my plans for 2025 right out of the gate. On Christmas night, my dad stopped breathing in my arms. I'm sharing how I handled it as a son, an entrepreneur, a husband, and dad while keeping my business going. From stepping into the fire during emergencies to giving yourself permission to hit pause, I break down the strategies that helped me navigate this storm. Life doesn't stop for entrepreneurs, but with the right mindset, you can get through anything and keep business going.


Hosted by Shane Sams, the Flipped Lifestyle™ Podcast is a conversation about building a business that actually fits around your life, rather than the other way around. It’s born from the real-world experience of Shane and his wife Jocelyn, a family who created a million-dollar income entirely online. They focus on the practical mechanics of selling digital products and running membership sites-essentially, creating valuable information and community that people are willing to pay for. This isn't abstract theory; each episode digs into the systems, mindsets, and sometimes surprising tactics that worked for them as they built a location-independent career. You’ll hear candid discussions on the challenges of shifting from a traditional job to a self-directed online venture, managing family dynamics alongside business growth, and the ongoing work of sustaining success. The aim is to provide actionable insights for anyone feeling stuck in a conventional routine and dreaming of a "flipped" reality where work supports life on their own terms. Tune in for a straightforward, often humorous look at the entrepreneurial journey from a couple who is still actively living it, sharing their lessons so you can chart your own course.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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