Episode 186: Two Weeks Notice with Amy Porterfield – Real Talk for Aspiring Entrepreneurs and Realtors
In this episode of Hustle Humbly, we sit down with the one and only Amy Porterfield, bestselling author of Two Weeks Notice, to talk about building a business on your terms. Whether you’re a real estate agent transitioning from a corporate job or a new entrepreneur looking for guidance, Amy delivers actionable advice with heart. This conversation is full of real talk for real estate agents and anyone navigating a career shift.
Amy shares her journey from corporate life—working for Tony Robbins—to launching a multimillion-dollar online business. We explore what it looks like to give yourself “two weeks notice” and how to build your own runway to freedom, especially if you’re starting in real estate while still holding a 9-to-5.
The Exit Plan: How to Quit with Purpose
Amy outlines the three steps every aspiring entrepreneur should take before quitting a full-time job: clarify your “why,” set a real exit date, and examine your finances. She emphasizes building your business around your desired lifestyle—not the other way around.
From Perfectionism to Progress
One of Amy’s core messages is taking imperfect action. She encourages listeners, especially women, to stop waiting for perfection. Instead, build confidence by doing. Real talk for real estate agents: You don’t need a perfect logo or business cards that look like “condom wrappers”—you need momentum.
The Courage vs. Confidence Gap
Amy explains that in the beginning, courage matters more than confidence. Confidence is built through experience, but courage is what gets you started. She urges new entrepreneurs to embrace zero followers, zero clients, and zero income as part of the process. Your capacity for zero is what will set you apart.
Boundaries and Burnout Prevention
Real estate agents and solopreneurs often work non-stop, but Amy shares how burnout almost cost her her marriage. She walks through how she created non-negotiables to protect her personal life and how you can build a sustainable business with boundaries in place from day one.
Email Lists Over Algorithms
In a crowded industry, your email list is your most powerful asset. Amy warns about building on rented land like Instagram and TikTok. Social media can disappear—but your email list is yours. She explains why email marketing converts four times better than social and how even real estate agents can build their list with simple, valuable freebies.
Cut the Noise: Keep it Simple
Amy debunks the myth that you need fancy tech or complicated systems to succeed. If you’re new to real estate or online business, master one thing at a time. Whether it’s social media, email, or building relationships—simplify before you scale.
Finding Your Sweet Spot
Through her four-quadrant “sweet spot” formula, Amy helps you determine what makes you unique: your skills, your audience, profitability, and what lights you up. Real estate may be saturated, but no one else can serve your clients like you can.
A Final Toast to Courage and Clarity
Amy leaves us with a powerful reminder: “Crashing and burning does not mean you are not worthy.” Whether you’re starting a new business or navigating the real estate world, Two Weeks Notice with Amy Porterfield is the playbook for taking bold action, staying true to your values, and creating lasting success.
Takeaways from This Episode:
- Build your business around your life—not the other way around
- Email lists outperform social media every time
- Take action, even if it’s imperfect
- Your courage will carry you further than confidence
- Boundaries are not optional—they’re essential
This episode offers empowering insight and actionable steps straight from Two Weeks Notice with Amy Porterfield. Don’t miss it—especially if you’re ready to ditch burnout and build a business you love.
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