Leveling Up & Embracing Discomfort: The Journey of Boss DK

Level Up with Jevi

Summary:

In this episode of Level Up with Jevi, we chat with Boss DK, a seasoned freelancer and entrepreneur, about his inspiring journey from corporate life to freelancing. He shares how stepping out of his comfort zone, embracing challenges, and practicing discipline have helped him achieve both personal and professional growth. From overcoming burnout to building a freelance team, DK’s journey is filled with insights into the importance of self-discipline, continuous learning, and staying positive, even in tough times. Tune in to hear his unique philosophy on life, work, and personal development.

Timestamps:

00:00 – DK’s Life Before Freelancing

03:03 – DK's Turning Point: Transition from Corporate to

Freelancing

05:35 – The Meaning Behind “Laban Lang”

06:25 – DK’s Definition of a Successful Life

09:03 – How DK Maintains His Health and Wellness

13:20 – Motivation and Discipline in Freelancing

14:44 – What Sparked DK’s Decision to Level Up

17:16 – Daily Habits That Keep DK on Track

23:37 – DK’s Biggest Challenges in Managing Multiple VAs

25:59 – The Importance of Receiving Feedback

27:01 – Learning to Balance Productivity with Rest

29:03 – DK’s Measurement of Growth and Success

38:47 – How to Step Out of Your Comfort Zone

40:29 – Final Advice from DK: Focus on a Positive Mindset

Key Takeaways:

✔️ Step Out of Your Comfort Zone: Growth happens when you challenge yourself and embrace discomfort.

✔️ Discipline is Key: It’s not always about motivation, but about the discipline to push forward even when you’re not feeling it.

✔️ Balance Between Health & Success: True success isn’t just financial; it’s about finding balance between your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

✔️ Continuous Learning: Always be curious and keep learning new skills—this is how you create new opportunities for yourself.

✔️ Embrace Feedback: Learning from feedback and not taking it personally can help you level up faster.

Quotes from the Episode:

• “Success isn’t just about hitting financial goals; it’s about being fulfilled.”
• “Step out of your comfort zone—this is where growth happens.”
• “Discipline will take you where motivation can’t.”
• “Just take care of yourself, and success will follow.”

Final Words from DK:

“Focus on a positive mindset and always look for ways to improve, no matter where you are in your journey. See challenges as opportunities and stay resilient.”

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