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Marni Blank

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Marni Blank began her career as a lawyer, working both for the Federal and NYC government. Ultimately realizing law was not her passion, she decided to switch paths to real estate while co-founding Blank Studio NYC and Blank Farmhouse with her sister. Marni continues to evolve her career, pursuing her many interests. As a lifelong learner and explorer, she believes that one does not need to be boxed into a single career or path, but that there is room to create a life that encompasses whatever brings you joy. She is an occasional food styling assistant, maintains her real estate license at Tungsten Property and enjoys continuing her education on emotional intelligence and counseling.  In this episode we discuss: Having work-life balance in government wasn’t enough for Marni She still woke up wishing her day away Marni followed her interest in real estate and got her license  Her approach was to give it a shot - and let it take you where it will She has now launched two businesses with her sister and a third on her own, leaning into her multiple interest areas  It’s ok to be multi-passionate and to evolve your career intuitively  Human Design can be a great tool for permission and validation   You can find Marni at: Blank Studio: https://www.blankstudionyc.com/ The Blank Farmhouse: https://www.theblankfarmhouse.com/ Work Related: https://www.work-related.co/ Well Plan: https://www.marniblank.com ~ Connect with Megan! Daydreams to Designs Private Podcast: https://bit.ly/daydreamstodesigns Schedule a Catalyst Call: https://bit.ly/yourcatalystcall Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megansmileyesq/

Marni Blank began her career as a lawyer, working both for the Federal and NYC government. Ultimately realizing law was not her passion, she decided to switch paths to real estate while co-founding Blank Studio NYC and Blank Farmhouse with her sister. Marni continues to evolve her career, pursuing her many interests. As a lifelong learner and explorer, she believes that one does not need to be boxed into a single career or path, but that there is room to create a life that encompasses whatever brings you joy. She is an occasional food styling assistant, maintains her real estate license at Tungsten Property and enjoys continuing her education on emotional intelligence and counseling.  In this episode we discuss: <ul><li>Having work-life balance in government wasn’t enough for Marni</li> <li>She still woke up wishing her day away</li> <li>Marni followed her interest in real estate and got her license </li> <li>Her approach was to give it a shot - and let it take you where it will</li> <li>She has now launched two businesses with her sister and a third on her own, leaning into her multiple interest areas </li> <li>It’s ok to be multi-passionate and to evolve your career intuitively </li> <li>Human Design can be a great tool for permission and validation </li> </ul> You can find Marni at: Blank Studio: <a href="https://www.blankstudionyc.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.blankstudionyc.com/</a> The Blank Farmhouse: <a href="https://www.theblankfarmhouse.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theblankfarmhouse.com/</a> Work Related: <a href="https://www.work-related.co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.work-related.co/</a> Well Plan: <a href="https://www.marniblank.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.marniblank.com</a> ~ Connect with Megan! Daydreams to Designs Private Podcast: <a href="https://bit.ly/daydreamstodesigns" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/daydreamstodesigns</a> Schedule a Catalyst Call: <a href="https://bit.ly/yourcatalystcall" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/yourcatalystcall</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/megansmileyesq/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/megansmileyesq/</a>

Marni Blank leaves law to become a multi-passionate entrepreneur

If you guys are anything like me you love checklists, processes, and alll the things that let you know what your future looks like. It can be a challenge for us as lawyers to move forward when we are unsure that we are taking the right steps or not certain on how things will turn out. Today I chat with Marni Blank about her journey from practicing attorney to CEO of Blank Studio NYC, a photo studio and creative space, in New York. At the end of the day all we can do is trust our intuition and know that in the end all the pieces will fall into the place. Marni’s story is proof of just that.   What you’ll learn:    Marni’s journey in the law How Blank Studio came to be What the transition looked like from employee to owner The day in the life of a CEO 3 major struggles Marni experienced throughout her transition How to manage payroll as an owner Practical tips to living a happier life today    HOT SEAT QUESTIONS:    How do you deal with your fear of failure? How do you prioritize your own happiness? What is a mindset shift that transformed your life? Name a book that has inspired your journey. What do you think separates lawyers who are happy to lawyers who struggle to find happiness in life with a law degree?    Fan Question: @legallyjasmine on Instagram asks, Hiring out...do you get help within your business so you can focus on your strength?   Best Advice for Finding Happiness   “Listening to your intuition and what makes you happy, and knowing when it’s time to switch things up.”   “A willingness to seek help. If you are willing to seek out therapy or coaching or someone to talk through an issue you are having...if you can seek that extra support [that] is essential.”   Resources:     The Big Leap, Gay Hendricks - https://amzn.to/2EHGnr3    Connect with Marni:   On Her Website: www.blankstudionyc.com On Instagram: www.instagram.com/blankstudionyc   Thank you!   I know that time is your most valuable resource so I really appreciate you spending some of it with me. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it!   If you'd like to help me improve and grow the podcast, I'd love if you could take 60-seconds to leave an honest review and rating on iTunes at http://bit.ly/happylawyercast. Reviews and ratings are extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and I genuinely love hearing from you!   Lastly, don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, so you won't miss an episode!   ********** While you’re here check out some of our great affiliates!   For a stylish solution to digital eye strain head over to: www.felixgrayglasses.com/happylawyer   or download your first book for free over at audible: http://www.audibletrial.com/TheHappyLawyerProject   *********   Don't forget to follow me:   Website: www.thehappylawyerproject.com IG:@thehappylawyerproject  https://www.instagram.com/thehappylawyerproject/?hl=en FB:@thehappylawyerproject https://www.facebook.com/thehappylawyerproject/ Twitter: @theHLPpodcast https://twitter.com/thehlppodcast   Podcast equipment: Blue Yeti Microphone- http://amzn.to/2pNRHch   ************  The Happy Lawyer Project is proudly sponsored by CommonBond. CommonBond is shaking up the student loan market, with some of the best rates in the industry they also give a portion of their proceeds to charity. Stop paying those big banks and start doing some good with your interest payments! Go to www.commonbond.co/happylawyer for $200 cash bonus as a Happy Lawyer listeners.

If you guys are anything like me you love checklists, processes, and alll the things that let you know what your future looks like. It can be a challenge for us as lawyers to move forward when we are unsure that we are taking the right steps or not certain on how things will turn out. Today I chat with Marni Blank about her journey from practicing attorney to CEO of Blank Studio NYC, a photo studio and creative space, in New York. At the end of the day all we can do is trust our intuition and know that in the end all the pieces will fall into the place. Marni’s story is proof of just that. What you’ll learn: <ul> <li>Marni’s journey in the law</li> <li>How Blank Studio came to be</li> <li>What the transition looked like from employee to owner</li> <li>The day in the life of a CEO</li> <li>3 major struggles Marni experienced throughout her transition</li> <li>How to manage payroll as an owner</li> <li>Practical tips to living a happier life today</li> </ul> HOT SEAT QUESTIONS: <ol> <li>How do you deal with your fear of failure?</li> <li>How do you prioritize your own happiness?</li> <li>What is a mindset shift that transformed your life?</li> <li>Name a book that has inspired your journey.</li> <li>What do you think separates lawyers who are happy to lawyers who struggle to find happiness in life with a law degree?</li> </ol> Fan Question: @legallyjasmine on Instagram asks, Hiring out...do you get help within your business so you can focus on your strength? Best Advice for Finding Happiness “Listening to your intuition and what makes you happy, and knowing when it’s time to switch things up.” “A willingness to seek help. If you are willing to seek out therapy or coaching or someone to talk through an issue you are having...if you can seek that extra support [that] is essential.” Resources:   <ul> <li>The Big Leap, Gay Hendricks - <a href="https://amzn.to/2EHGnr3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/2EHGnr3</a></li> </ul> Connect with Marni: On Her Website: <a href="http://www.blankstudionyc.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.blankstudionyc.com</a> On Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/blankstudionyc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/blankstudionyc</a> Thank you! I know that time is your most valuable resource so I really appreciate you spending some of it with me. If you enjoyed today’s show, please share it! If you'd like to help me improve and grow the podcast, I'd love if you could take 60-seconds to leave an honest review and rating on iTunes at <a href="http://bit.ly/happylawyercast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/happylawyercast</a>. Reviews and ratings are extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and I genuinely love hearing from you! Lastly, don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, so you won't miss an episode! ********** While you’re here check out some of our great affiliates! For a stylish solution to digital eye strain head over to: <a href="http://www.felixgrayglasses.com/happylawyer" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.felixgrayglasses.com/happylawyer</a> or download your first book for free over at audible: <a href="http://www.audibletrial.com/TheHappyLawyerProject" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.audibletrial.com/TheHappyLawyerProject</a> ********* Don't forget to follow me: Website: <a href="http://www.thehappylawyerproject.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.thehappylawyerproject.com</a> IG:@thehappylawyerproject <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehappylawyerproject/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.instagram.com/thehappylawyerproject/?hl=en</a> FB:@thehappylawyerproject <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehappylawyerproject/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/thehappylawyerproject/</a> Twitter: @theHLPpodcast <a href="https://twitter.com/thehlppodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/thehlppodcast</a> Podcast equipment: Blue Yeti Microphone- <a href="http://amzn.to/2pNRHch" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/2pNRHch</a> ************ The Happy Lawyer Project is proudly sponsored by CommonBond. CommonBond is shaking up the student loan market, with some of the best rates in the industry they also give a portion of their proceeds to charity. Stop paying those big banks and start doing some good with your interest payments! Go to <a href="http://www.commonbond.co/happylawyer" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.commonbond.co/happylawyer</a> for $200 cash bonus as a Happy Lawyer listeners.

HLP108: On Trusting Your Path and Working with Family with Marni Blank