A few years ago, I was searching for a way to work from home. Having spent years in the IT sector in various roles, my favorite being in Operations, I couldn’t shake the feeling that something was missing. Despite giving my all to the tech world, I felt a persistent lack of control — like I was building someone else’s dream while neglecting my own.
Why I Left My 9-to-5 Job
While some people thrive in their day jobs, I knew I wanted something more. The thought of being fired one day and having to start from scratch terrified me. I decided that if I ever faced that situation, I’d take any job to maintain financial stability. However, I didn’t want to wait for a crisis to take control of my future. That’s when I began exploring other opportunities.
The Transition from Tech to AI
Initially, I wasn’t a fan of AI. Headlines about AI taking jobs and my own lack of understanding about it kept me skeptical. But a conversation with a colleague, who seemed to be thriving outside his day job, changed my perspective. All he shared was,
“I use AI to run my businesses.”
That was enough to pique my curiosity. I started researching AI tools and was amazed at their capabilities. The more I learned, the…
