23. Jared Perry: Turning a Layoff into a Launchpad for a Fractional Career

Jared Perry is a Career Breaker.

Jared had been thinking about launching his own business for a while. When he was laid off from his role at a tech startup, it became the catalyst to move forward with a plan he’d already been quietly building - the launch of his fractional Chief of Staff business.

In this episode, Jared shares how he navigated that in-between time by validating his business idea through unpaid work, rebuilding confidence, and creating structure - all with a baby on the way. He talks about staying focused on his vision, even when full-time opportunities came his way, and how he's now supporting early-stage founders in a way that aligns with his strengths and values.

Jared’s story offers practical advice and inspiration for anyone exploring a more flexible, intentional path. He reminds us that you don’t need all the answers to begin, you just have to start.

Listen now and follow for more stories from bold Career Breakers like Jared.

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