Inge von Aulock's Linkedin Analytics

Two decades. That's how long I was entrenched in the corporate grind, never truly recognizing my worth, always underselling my potential. Endless 8-8 days masquerading as 9-5s—that was my entire life. But one day, something snapped. My time and talent were spent fueling a machine that only cared for output, not my aspirations. I didn’t want to live my life regretting not betting on myself. So, I made a choice. I decided to break free. My liberation wasn't sudden. It was a chain of transformative experiences. I started with real estate investment, learning the ropes and doing it with zero money down. Next, I began investing, managing my own portfolio. These experiences didn’t just add to my skills—they bolstered my self-belief. I wasn’t a CFA, yet I could make smart financial decisions. Then, a podcast—Brian Chesky's interview with Reid Hoffmann on Masters of Scale—stirred something deep within me. At the same time, Gary Vee's content became my fuel. I decided to meet him, and that meeting altered my life's trajectory. Gary pushed me to build my own brand and to venture into TikTok. So, I did. But my journey wasn't all smooth sailing. My number one hurdle? Fear and procrastination. The fear of failure was an immense roadblock. But I overcame it. Imposter syndrome followed closely, despite my track record of high performance. Lastly, my physical and mental health took a toll due to years of corporate grind. It was a tough battle, but I fought and won. That experience fueled me to realign my life with my purpose. Today, I live a life unrestrained. I'm involved only in projects that bring me joy. The time once spent in corporate meetings is now spent with my kid in truly meaningful moments. I’m in the driver's seat, dictating the work I do, the projects I invest in, and how I invest my time and energy. My mission now? Build enriching relationships and contribute to my audience's understanding of wealth creation. I want to talk about investing, business building, and the behind-the-scenes of entrepreneurship and teach others to skip the scars I suffered at the hands of ungrateful bosses. Sound good? Then follow me—and strap in.