Breaking free from the grind: Colleen's path to work-life balance as a transcript proofreader. Graduate interview with Colleen Hayes

020: English class was always Colleen's favorite class, and she loved reading and being analytical. She went to college for a degree in Literature and even taught English abroad for a couple years in Europe.

When she returned home, she entered the traditional workforce, setting her passion for English aside. She soon found though that she struggled with a 40-hour work week and felt guilty when she needed time off. Her mental and physical health -- and her life! -- were all taking a back seat to her work.

Now in her early 30s, Colleen felt stuck and restless. She knew this wasn't the life she wanted, and she went looking for something better.

She tried different jobs, but none were what she was looking for...until she found transcript proofreading.

At first, she felt nervous about being a business owner. That hadn't been on her radar!

But she decided to give it a try...and just six months later, she had built up all the clientele she needed and had created a life where she could feel respected and give respect, be in charge of her schedule, take back control of her health, and live life on her terms.

Listen as Colleen shares her story leading up to becoming a transcript proofreader, how she approached learning a new skill, and what her life looks like now. She also gives invaluable tips to current transcript proofreading students and those thinking about this new side hustle. If you want to learn from someone who has successfully built their own business, this episode is for you!

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