# She Built Freedom the Hard Way | #17 (Sarah Saffari)

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Podcast: [From Underdog to Entrepreneur: Building Dreams with Pat Miller](https://stenobird.com/podcast/from-underdog-to-entrepreneur-building-dreams-with-pat-miller-7617760)
Published: 2026-04-02T07:06:00+00:00
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## Resource

She chased success and found burnout, then rebuilt everything on her own terms. Sarah Saffari shares her unconventional path from aspiring doctor to entrepreneur, revealing how a chance encounter while traveling sparked her vision for freedom. From opening a gym that made money but drained her life, to pivoting into marketing and building a global influencer agency, her journey is filled with risks, setbacks, and relentless self-belief. In this episode of From Underdog to Entrepreneur with host Pat Miller, Sarah breaks down what it really takes to succeed as an entrepreneur and why most people quit too early. Key themes and takeaways: Why "one step at a time" beats chasing the whole mountain The truth about burnout, failure, and starting over How belief and resilience separate winners from quitters If you've ever questioned your path or felt stuck between comfort and ambition, this conversation will push you forward. ✨ Connect with Host Pat Miller Instagram thepatmiller11 Website patmiller.net Connect with Sarah Saffari Influencernexxus.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-saffari-890360165/

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