Why I’m Building My Escape Plan (and How You Can Too)
When I first shared my Escape Plan, I talked about the tools and steps I’m using to build a business that runs on autopilot. But before the “how,” there’s always a bigger question: why?
For me, the Escape Plan isn’t just about quitting a job or starting a side hustle. It’s about freedom. It’s about reclaiming my time so I can live more life outside of work, without sacrificing income or stability.
Why I Needed an Escape Plan
I’m a mom of three, working two jobs, with a mortgage that feels like it should come with a cape because it’s basically a superhero. My days are packed, and yet I couldn’t shake the thought: Is this really it?
I knew I needed something different. Something that wasn’t just another job or another “side hustle” that would eat up the scraps of time I had left at the end of the day. I wanted a system that worked quietly in the background.
That’s what the Escape Plan is. A way out of the hamster wheel and into a business that doesn’t depend on me showing up every second of the day.
The Process (Simple, Not Overwhelming)
Here’s how I’ve been building my Escape Plan step by step:
1. Start with Why.
Get clear on what freedom looks like for you. For me, it’s time with my kids, a business that pays the bills, and not being tied to 9–5 forever.
2. Pick Your Core Tools.
I didn’t want 10 platforms to manage. I use:
ChatGPT for ideas, writing, and workflows
Microsoft Copilot for work docs and automation
Canva Magic Studio for design
Systeme.io as my all-in-one business hub
3. Build Small, But Build Consistently.
I carve out 15–30 minutes a day and longer blocks on Fridays. Each tiny step adds up.
4. Automate Everything Possible.
Every email, every funnel, every graphic—if I can automate it, I do. My goal is less hands-on, more autopilot.
Why This Matters (For You Too)
You don’t need to be a tech genius. You don’t need endless hours. You just need a system that makes business work for you, instead of the other way around. That’s why I share my journey—because if I can build this while working two jobs and raising three kids, you can too.
What’s Next
This post is the “why” and the “how” of the Escape Plan. If you’re ready for the nitty-gritty details of the next step in the process, go read my original Escape Plan post.
And if you’re serious about building your own autopilot business, grab my free Autopilot Starter Pack — it’s the exact toolkit I’m using to make my Escape Plan real.
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