About Carline
As a bestselling author and dedicated coach, Carline empowers ALF and group home owners with tailored marketing strategies, one-on-one coaching, and community-building initiatives. Her passion lies in helping others grow their businesses, expand their impact, and confidently navigate challenges. With a foundation in faith, resilience, and personal perseverance, Carline’s work is grounded in helping others succeed while balancing her roles as a devoted wife and mom.
My Story and Why You Should Care
In 2021, I was in a place many of you might recognize—working shift work at the Broward Sheriff’s Office, with steady pay, benefits, and the comfort of a predictable routine. But deep down, I knew I wanted more. I wanted freedom. I wanted to take control of my time and build something that aligned with my higher purpose.
But here’s the thing: I was terrified. I was so nervous about leaving my W2 job that I tried to talk myself out of it more times than I can count. I wrestled with doubts like, “What if I fail? What if I can’t make enough money? What if I lose everything?” The fear was real.
Yet despite the fear, I took the leap. And what happened? In just a few short years, I built not one, but two successful businesses. And the freedom, time, and impact I’ve gained are things I wouldn’t trade for anything.
If you’ve been feeling stuck, wondering whether you deserve more or if you’re capable of stepping into something bigger, this post is for you.
Here’s how I overcame fear, shifted my mindset, and built the life I’d always dreamed of—and how you can too.
Step 1: Recognize Your Fear, But Don’t Let It Paralyze You
When I was preparing to leave my W2 job, fear kept creeping in. I feared the unknown, failure, and instability. But I realized something: fear will always be there. The key is not to let it stop you. The more I focused on the vision I had for my life, the more that fear took a back seat. Acknowledge the fear, but don't give it the power to make your decisions.
Takeaway: It’s okay to be afraid, but don’t let that fear keep you in a place that no longer serves you.
Step 2: Surround Yourself with Encouragement
As I weighed my decision, I surrounded myself with people who believed in me. Their support was crucial in moments when my own doubts almost convinced me to stay in my comfort zone. It’s so important to have a network that lifts you up when your confidence waivers.
Takeaway: Find your support system—mentors, friends, or fellow entrepreneurs—who will push you to believe in yourself.
Step 3: Shift Your Mindset from Security to Opportunity
It wasn’t easy to walk away from a secure job with a steady paycheck. But I realized that while security is comforting, it can also hold you back from reaching your full potential. I stopped thinking of leaving my W2 job as a loss of security, and instead saw it as an opportunity to gain more: more freedom, more income, and more fulfillment.
Takeaway: What’s holding you back could be the very thing stopping you from achieving greatness. Think about the opportunities ahead, not the security you’re leaving behind.
Step 4: Take Action, Even if You’re Unsure
When I finally made the decision to leave, I didn’t have everything figured out. In fact, there were more unknowns than certainties. But I knew that staying in place wasn’t going to get me closer to my dream. I had to take that first step, even though I was nervous. And each step I took opened new doors and new possibilities.
Takeaway: Don’t wait until you have everything perfectly mapped out—take the first step now.
Step 5: Remember Why You Started
The road to building two successful businesses wasn’t always smooth. There were setbacks and hard moments when I questioned my decision. But I always reminded myself why I started. I didn’t want just financial success; I wanted time freedom, control over my income, and the ability to impact others. Keeping that vision front and center kept me moving forward, even when things got tough.
Takeaway: Always go back to your “why.” It will anchor you during difficult times.
If you’re feeling nervous about taking the leap, know this: I was too. But the fear I felt was no match for the freedom I’ve gained. You are capable of more than you realize, and yes, you deserve better. It’s time to step into your purpose and start building the life you’ve been dreaming of.
Mission
In 2021, I left the security of my W2 job, feeling terrified but determined. Today, I’ve built two successful businesses that give me control over my time, income, and impact. My mission is to help you overcome fear, step into your purpose, and achieve the prosperity and joy you deserve.
I’m here to guide and inspire you, showing you that you are capable of change and success, just as I did by forging a new path toward a life of fulfillment.
