Hey, I'm Courtney.
Former corporate developer turned remote work advocate.
Here to help you escape the 9-5 grind without the BS.
My Story
For years, I was stuck in the typical corporate grind. I was a UI developer working 50-hour weeks, drowning in meetings and office politics, and watching my life pass by while I waited for the "right time" to actually live it.
Sound familiar?
I kept telling myself: "Once I hit this promotion," "Once I save more money," "Once things settle down..." But that day never came. The goalposts kept moving, and I kept putting my life on hold.
That trip changed everything. I came back and made a decision: I was going to build a career that fit my life, not the other way around.
It wasn't easy. I didn't have a trust fund, unlimited savings, or a safety net. I had bills to pay, responsibilities to handle, and real constraints just like everyone else. But I figured it out step by step.
Now I work remotely, travel on my own terms, and help other creatives and tech pros build careers that support their lives—not consume them.
If you're tired of the 9-5 grind and ready for something different (but don't relate to the "sell everything and move to Bali" crowd), you're in the right place.
Courtney
Former Corporate Dev → Full-Time Remote Worker
What I'm Building Here
Shift + Escape isn't another "laptop on a beach" fantasy. It's honest guidance for building remote careers that actually work for your life.
Real Strategies
Straightforward steps for transitioning to remote work without burning out, starting from zero, or gambling your financial stability.
Honest Talk
Real talk about location flexibility, finding community, and building freedom that fits your actual life—not someone else's Instagram highlight reel.
No BS
Systems and tools that help you stay focused and sane, with zero hustle culture BS.
What I Believe
You don't need to work 80 hours a week or sacrifice your health to succeed. Sustainable beats burnout every time.
I'm not here to sell you a dream. I'm here to give you actionable strategies that work in the real world.
You don't need your boss's approval, perfect timing, or unlimited savings to start building the life you want.
Small, consistent steps beat waiting for the "perfect moment" that never comes.
Ready to Make the Shift?
Join 200+ creatives and tech pros getting real remote work strategies every Tuesday.
Let's Connect
I'm building a community of remote workers and digital nomads who want real talk—not hustle culture BS.