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One-Person Business: How to Start Strong After Quitting

Allen Davis
8 min readDec 26, 2024
Photo by Maxim Tolchinskiy on Unsplash

We know how scary it feels when you have just quit your job in the military and everything suddenly looks confusing. Imagine you are standing at a new starting line, like the first day of basic training, except no one has told you what to do. That is exactly why we want to guide you through each step of building your one-person business. Picture it like putting together a puzzle: you find one piece at a time, fit it in place, and gradually see a clear picture form. We will walk slowly and carefully, so you feel safe and confident at every stage of this exciting new mission.

Embrace the Transition

Leaving the military can feel like moving to a new school where all the rules have changed. We understand how tricky it is because there is no commanding officer telling you what to do. But this change is the first part of your journey toward becoming a successful one-person business owner. Think of it like removing old training wheels from your bike; sure, it feels wobbly at first, but with practice, you’ll enjoy the freedom of cycling on your own. We want to help you take those training wheels off so you can ride confidently into your next chapter.

Understanding Your New Identity

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