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Company of One with Dale Callahan
Dale Callahan
226 episodes
2 days ago
Most professionals who feel stuck in their careers aren’t actually trapped. They’re overexposed. When one employer controls your income, your time, and your perceived value, your options quietly disappear — even if things look stable on the surface. In this episode, we cover: What it really means to be overexposed at workWhy high performers fall into this trap without realizing itThe real cost of relying on a single paycheckHow to reduce risk and increase leverage without quitting your jobThi...
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Most professionals who feel stuck in their careers aren’t actually trapped. They’re overexposed. When one employer controls your income, your time, and your perceived value, your options quietly disappear — even if things look stable on the surface. In this episode, we cover: What it really means to be overexposed at workWhy high performers fall into this trap without realizing itThe real cost of relying on a single paycheckHow to reduce risk and increase leverage without quitting your jobThi...
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Careers
Education,
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Entrepreneurship,
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Company of One with Dale Callahan
You’re Not Stuck. You’re Just Overexposed to One Employer
Most professionals who feel stuck in their careers aren’t actually trapped. They’re overexposed. When one employer controls your income, your time, and your perceived value, your options quietly disappear — even if things look stable on the surface. In this episode, we cover: What it really means to be overexposed at workWhy high performers fall into this trap without realizing itThe real cost of relying on a single paycheckHow to reduce risk and increase leverage without quitting your jobThi...
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2 days ago
40 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
Nothing Changes Until You Decide to Take Control #226
Most people think a new year creates change. It doesn’t. Decisions do. If you feel stuck, frustrated, or like last year quietly repeated itself, this episode explains why—and what actually breaks the cycle. January 1 brings motivation. But motivation fades fast. In this episode, I walk through the real reason high-performing professionals stay stuck—and why nothing changes until you decide to take control. This isn’t about goal setting or New Year’s resolutions. It’s about ownership. You...
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1 week ago
28 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
Why Hanging Around High Performers Feels Uncomfortable (And Why That’s the Point) #225
Why Hanging Around High Performers Feels Uncomfortable (And Why That’s the Point) Company of One Podcast Why does being around high performers feel uncomfortable? You’re capable. You work hard. You’ve done things right. Yet the moment you’re in a room with people operating at a higher level, something shifts. You get quieter. You feel behind. You start questioning yourself. That discomfort isn’t intimidation — it’s a signal. In this episode of the Company of One Podcast, I explain why hanging...
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3 weeks ago
26 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
What To Do When Someone Takes Credit for Your Work #224
Most high earners try to fix micromanagement by working harder, proving themselves, or pushing back. That doesn’t work. In this episode, I break down a simple strategy that turns a micromanager into an ally — using people skills that owners use every day. You’ll learn: • Why micromanagement is actually a trust issue • How to ask for advice the right way (without giving up control) • The fastest shortcut to trust — finding real common ground • How to turn micromanagement into a leadership skil...
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1 month ago
56 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
How to Deal With a Micromanager #223
Your boss isn’t hovering because of your work. They’re hovering because of a trust gap. Most high earners try to fix micromanagement by working harder, proving themselves, or pushing back. That doesn’t work. In this episode, I break down a simple strategy that turns a micromanager into an ally — using people skills that owners use every day. You’ll learn: • Why micromanagement is actually a trust issue • How to ask for advice the right way (without giving up control) • The fastest shortcu...
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1 month ago
12 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
How Andrew Jumped From $80K to $125K (The Shift Most People Never Make) #222
Andrew didn’t go back to school. He didn’t get another certification. He didn’t job-hop for months. Yet he still jumped from $80K to $125K in one move. Most people think the answer to career growth is skills, degrees, or waiting on HR. They’re wrong. In this video, I break down the simple identity shift Andrew made that gave him leverage instantly — and how you can use the same approach to take control of your career and income. In this episode: (FIX TIMELINE OR REMOVE IT) 00:00 – The $...
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1 month ago
28 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
The Mindset Shift That Changed My Career: Becoming a ‘Company of One #221
Why do smart, talented professionals stay stuck for years? This episode explains why, and the belief that keeps people waiting on permission they don’t need. In this episode: The true origin of the Company of One Why professionals feel stuck The shift that changes careers fast The first step to owning your income How to take control this week Free Resource: The Idea Engine - Dale Callahan, Ph.D. Business Coach for Professionals Ready to Take Control Helping you move from stuck to in-de...
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1 month ago
25 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
You Don’t Need Permission to Start Consulting #220
You don’t need an LLC to start consulting. You just need a person with a problem. In this episode, Dale shares the story of how his first consulting job came from a simple question at BellSouth—and how you can take the same steps to earn your first $1,000 as a consultant. Get the Idea Engine: https://bit.ly/3LyNVm0 Dale Callahan, Ph.D. Business Coach for Professionals Ready to Take Control Helping you move from stuck to in-demand — or start something of your own. Grab the Idea Engine: 7 pro...
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1 month ago
26 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
Do I Need an LLC or a Business License? (And What “Startup” Really Means) #219
Most people think starting a business begins with paperwork — setting up an LLC or filing a business license. But that’s not starting a business. That’s formalizing one. In this episode, Dale shares what starting up really means — how to test before you commit, get paid in stages, and protect yourself with smart, practical risk management. 🎯 You’ll Learn: ✅ Two quick rules of thumb for risk and protection ✅ What to do first if you live in a highly regulated area ✅ How to use “practical ris...
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2 months ago
16 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
Stop Hiding Your Ambition, Talk About It, or It Dies in the Dark #218
Ever catch yourself downplaying your dreams just to fit in? In this episode, Dale explains why ambition isn’t arrogance, it’s stewardship. Learn how to talk about your goals, find people who support your vision, and stop letting fear shrink your future. Dale Callahan, Ph.D. Business Coach for Professionals Ready to Take Control Helping you move from stuck to in-demand — or start something of your own. Grab the Idea Engine: 7 prompts to find your next move Book a Next Step Strategy Session...
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2 months ago
25 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
You Already Have a Business. It’s Called You EP 217
You already have a business — it’s just invisible. In this episode, Dale Callahan explains how to run You, Inc. using the same four functions every great business uses: Operations, Marketing, Finance, and Research. Discover how to improve your systems, grow your income, and create freedom — whether you stay employed or step out on your own. Visit dalecallahan.com for tools and coaching to help you build You, Inc. Dale Callahan, Ph.D. Business Coach for Professionals Ready to Take Contro...
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2 months ago
21 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
Stop waiting on HR to decide your raise. Learn how to build your own.
If you want a raise, stop waiting for HR, build it yourself. In this episode, Dale Callahan reveals how professionals can use the same framework businesses use to grow revenue: find new customers, serve more customers, and upsell by adding value. Whether it’s landing a better job, launching a side hustle, or proving ROI at work, your raise is already in your hands. Takeaways: Your raise doesn’t come from HR — it comes from valueFind new “customers” who pay you more (Reverse Interview met...
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2 months ago
25 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
Most professionals hide behind their job titles. But the truth is titles don’t pay the bills. Results do. EP - 215
In this episode, Dale Callahan shares how to flip the script: focus on what customers actually need, tie your skills to results, lean into the human advantage AI can’t touch, and communicate like an owner. Takeaways: Customers care about results, not titlesAlways connect your skills to measurable impactLean into creativity, empathy, and leadership—the human edge over machinesCommunicate like an owner, not an employeeFull library: dalecallahan.com/podcast Tools to help: dalecallahan.com/toolb...
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3 months ago
24 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
Episode 214: You Don’t Need Startup Money You Need a Customer
One of the biggest lies stopping people from launching a business is this: “I can’t start because I don’t have money.” But here’s the truth: you don’t need startup money you need a customer. In this episode, Dale shares: Why the myth of startup capital keeps people stuck How real professionals launched with zero dollars The 3-step framework for starting today without investors or savings A practical weekly challenge to land yourfirst customerStop waiting. Start solving problems. ...
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3 months ago
24 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
EP - 213 Stop Wondering “Side Hustle or Career Change?” — How to Decide What You Really Want
Tired of asking yourself whether you should launch a side hustle or quit and change careers? This episode gives you the framework to finally get clarity—and peace of mind—on what you really want. Takeaways: Why “side hustle or career change” is often the wrong questionThe 5-step framework to make the right move for YOUHow to test your ideas before making a leapThe role of faith and identity in career decisionsRelated Episodes: [Ep 208 – What If I Fail? The Real Risk of Launching Your First Ou...
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3 months ago
24 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
EP 212 - Your Paycheck Is the Most Expensive Thing You Own
Your paycheck feels like security—but it’s actually the most expensive thing you own. It traps you, costs you freedom, and keeps you from building a life of meaning. In this episode: Why your paycheck is more of a trap than a giftThe real cost of paycheck-dependencyHow to see yourself as a business, not just an employee 🎙 More episodes: dalecallahan.com/podcast Ready to take the next step? Grab my free Idea Engine to spark your first outside income: https://dalecallahan.com/op/idea-eng...
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3 months ago
32 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
EP 211 - You’re Not ‘Just an Employee’ — You’re Already Running a Business (You Just Don’t Know It Yet)
Most people see themselves as employees. But here’s the truth: you’re already running a business — YOU, Inc. Your paycheck is revenue, your skills are the product, your reputation is marketing, and your time is operations. In this episode, Dale shows you why this mindset shift is critical and how to start treating your career like the business it really is. Ready to take the next step? Grab my free Idea Engine to spark your first outside income: https://dalecallahan.com/op/idea-engine/
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4 months ago
35 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
EP 210 - The Idea Doesn’t Matter (Here’s What Actually Gets You Paid)
Everyone thinks they need the perfect business idea before they can start. The truth? The idea doesn’t matter. In this episode, I’ll share why execution beats ideas every time, how customers (not your imagination) define what works, and how you can test something this week without waiting for inspiration to strike. What You’ll Learn: Why “big ideas” keep you stuck.The one thing that actually gets you paid.A simple 3-step way to test an idea this week. Related Episodes: Ep 137 – How...
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4 months ago
39 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
EP 209 - How Do I Find Time When I’m Already Busy?
Is your job already taking everything you’ve got—yet you still want income and freedom on the side? In this episode, I unpack the1-hour/day Escape Plan I’ve used to help busy professionals earn their first $2K–$5Kwithout quitting their job. Want my help personally? I’m opening5 spots in my Fall Escape & Earn Cohort. DM me“ I WANT OUT” if you want one.
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4 months ago
29 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
EP 208 - What If I Fail? The Real Risk of Launching Your First Outside Income
That’s the question that stops most professionals before they even start. What if I fail? What if I waste time? What if I lose money? But here’s the reality: failure isn’t the enemy. Standing still is. Every breakthrough I’ve seen—from my own career to my clients’ businesses—came on the other side of risk. In this episode, I unpack the fear of failure, why it shows up when you start thinking about change, and how to flip it so you can actually move forward. If you’re feeling stuck, chances ar...
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4 months ago
26 minutes

Company of One with Dale Callahan
Most professionals who feel stuck in their careers aren’t actually trapped. They’re overexposed. When one employer controls your income, your time, and your perceived value, your options quietly disappear — even if things look stable on the surface. In this episode, we cover: What it really means to be overexposed at workWhy high performers fall into this trap without realizing itThe real cost of relying on a single paycheckHow to reduce risk and increase leverage without quitting your jobThi...