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If you are in a corporate job and dream about walking out the door to build your own thing, this interview is for you. Farnoosh Brock left a six-figure engineering career at a Fortune 500 company to build a thriving online business. Her story is one of the most honest conversations I have had on this show about making that leap.
What You Will Learn
- The thought process behind leaving a secure corporate career for entrepreneurship
- How to silence the voice that says “I can't do that”
- Why Farnoosh believes you owe it to yourself to explore your entrepreneurial potential
- Practical insights about transitioning from employee to business owner
Episode Summary
Farnoosh Brock's story resonates with me because our paths are similar. We were both technology professionals successful in large companies who had this dream of building something online. The big difference is that Farnoosh jumped with both feet. She said goodbye to the corporate world and built an impressive business that includes published books, digital products, a successful blog, and a podcast.
What makes this interview special is Farnoosh's honesty about the internal struggle. That little voice that keeps telling you “I can't do that” is something every aspiring entrepreneur deals with. Farnoosh explains why pushing through that doubt is not just a business decision but something you owe yourself.
If you are the kind of person who wants an internet business but you are not sure if it is right for you, or you want one but are not sure if it is okay to make that kind of change in your life, Farnoosh's wisdom will help you think through it clearly.
Key Takeaways
- Your corporate experience is an asset, not a liability. The skills, discipline, and knowledge you build in a corporate career transfer directly to running your own business.
- The voice saying “I can't” is lying to you. Everyone who has made this transition dealt with the same doubt. It does not go away until you start moving.
- You owe it to yourself to explore. Not exploring your potential is a disservice to yourself and the people you could serve with your business.
- You do not have to leap all at once. Many successful online entrepreneurs build their business alongside their day job before making the transition.
What Has Changed Since This Episode Aired
This episode originally aired in 2013. Since then, the barriers to starting an online business have dropped dramatically. Tools, platforms, and resources that did not exist then make it easier than ever to build a business alongside your day job. The core message about overcoming fear and taking action remains just as relevant in 2026. Farnoosh has continued evolving her business and remains active in the entrepreneurial space.
Resources Mentioned
Related Episodes
- LNIM070: Farnoosh Brock On Improving Your Day Job — The follow-up interview about making the most of your current situation
- LNIM263: 3 Intentional Productivity Tips That Will 10x Your Success — Getting the most from coaching and external perspective
Keep the Conversation Going
Are you thinking about making the leap from corporate to entrepreneurship? I would love to hear where you are in that journey. Leave a comment below or connect with me on Facebook. If the show has helped you, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts.
Mark, thank you so much for this wonderful, kind, and amazing podcast you created from my story. May it inspire your lovely listeners. You ROCK!!!!
Thanks Farnoosh. The pleasure was mine. The candid retelling of your story is inspiring. Thanks again for taking the time to come on the show!
Oh my GAWD, I loved this interview! She is completely the bomb! I had met her on Twitter a while ago and was so excited to ‘meet’ another Farnoosh. My kids had a friend named Farnoush in Richardson. But I never really dug in and got to know her – I’m so glad you brought my attention back to her! She ROCKS!
(And she sounds like Celine Dion – one of my FAVE singers! 😉
I sound like Celine Dion (the woman I WORSHIP and adore from head to toe and every song and every word?) Now THAT is the highest compliment you could give me, Lisa. I adore Celine and you are a sweet heart and I’m so very happy this interview inspired you….. 🙂
Absolutely love this episode!
Matthias, so happy to hear it. Mark’s an excellent host, and I was delighted to have this chat…..
Mark and Farnoosh, you both know I loved this episode! Great content and great lessons. I look forward to speaking to each of you! Thank you for being such generous people.
Ellory, it was so nice to meet you and talk to you yesterday – thanks for the fun interview and conversation.
Ellory — you are very welcome. That’s what makes all this so much fun – people like you that really appreciate it. Thanks for the comment.
I’m late to the party, but wanted to let you know how much I loved this Mark. Those of us who are also doing the “late night” thing can really learn from this type of guest and conversation, so it is much appreciated!
Thanks Mark and Farnoosh!
Dan
Really glad you enjoyed it Dan. Farnoosh rocks!
Totally inspired. Thanks Mark and Farnoosh.