Hey there, friends!
The year was 2017, I was in bed when my phone started ringing like crazy.
I picked it up, and it was my roommate, sounding like he just saw a ghost.
“Dude, what did you do to Trent?” he asked, his voice all shaky.
I was like, “What do you mean?”
And then he said, “Trent’s gone, man. He just left without a word!”
Now, let me back up a bit. Just a few days prior, Trent and I had taken a much-needed weekend trip to San Diego.
We both needed a break from the daily grind in Phoenix.
Trent was busting his hump as a suit salesman, while I was working hard on my Amazon business.
We had a blast – soaking up the sun, catching some waves, and maybe indulging in a few too many adult beverages.
We even found an Iowa Hawkeye alumni bar to catch some college football (go Hawks!).
On the drive back, I was already planning my next getaway – a trip to Madison for the Iowa vs. Wisconsin game.
I was pumped because we had just crushed the #3 team in the country. Meanwhile, my Amazon gig was thriving, hitting $5k a day.
Little did I know, Trent was quietly brewing in the driver’s seat.
Turns out, he was envious of the freedom my online business provided me.
Watching me plan trips on a whim while he was stuck in a job he hated was the final straw.
The next day, without a word to anyone, Trent quit his job and headed back to Iowa.
It took me a moment to realize the impact our weekend trip had on him.
Trent’s bold move was a wake-up call for me and reinforced that I was on the right path myself…
Life’s too short to waste on a job that makes you miserable.
Sometimes, you’ve got to take a chance and pursue what truly matters, even if it means giving up a steady paycheck.
So, if you’re feeling stuck or unfulfilled, take a page from Trent’s book.
Embrace the unknown, take a chance, and never settle for less than what makes you truly happy.
Trust me, it’s worth it.
Stay adventurous,
Camron
P.S. – In case you’re wondering, Trent is now living his best life in Nashville. He’s got a six-figure job he loves, and we still take random camping trips together all the time. Just goes to show, that sometimes the biggest risks lead to the greatest rewards. 🌄👍