Write down exactly what you want your life to look like. Put it where you can see it every day. However, it is not set in stone. You can change it along the way.

• Stay financially prepared.  
• Stay inspired by reading motivational books.
• Expect bumps in the road. 
• Take daily action.  

What in your current life are you just tolerating?  

Address these things one by one to make room for the new, more important stuff coming your way.

Find one or two people who are successful in doing what you want to do.  Connect with them. Make a list of questions and ask for their advice.

Every decision you make about your life should reflect those values.

See how much of your life already matches your vision.  

You want to keep those things and remember that part of your vision is already happening.

Read everything about your passion and take notes. Look at how other people have translated that passion into a career. 

• Save money and set it aside for education, to get a business started, or to sustain you financially as you transition.
• Determine your lowest acceptable yearly income and how long you are willing to live at this income level.
• Find other income streams

You may find one or more career options that jump out at you.  

Delve deeper into your research on those topics to find out exactly: 

• what kind of education is needed
• who is already successful in this area
• what kind of salary you can expect to make
• how lon...