Paul Millerd
Solopreneur, Author, and Podcaster focusing on the future of work
Paul Millerd is a consultant and educator based in Austin, Texas, who specializes in teaching strategy consulting skills to data-driven teams and boutique consulting firms through his platform, StrategyU - Learn Consulting Secrets. He has a background in strategy consulting, having worked at prominent firms such as McKinsey & Company and Boston Consulting Group, where he contributed to significant projects in organizational transformation and strategy development.13
At StrategyU, Millerd offers a course titled "Think Like A Strategy Consultant," which aims to impart the frameworks, tools, and communication secrets used by top-tier consultants. This four-week program covers essential consulting skills, including structured problem-solving and persuasive storytelling.24 Additionally, he is the host of the "Pathless Path" podcast, where he explores themes related to work, creativity, and self-employment, reflecting on his journey away from traditional corporate paths.3
Millerd is also an author and has published a self-help book titled "The Pathless Path," which discusses his experiences and insights on creating a fulfilling life in the modern work environment.3 His work emphasizes a human-centric approach to the future of work, focusing on creativity and personal fulfillment rather than conventional success metrics.13
Highlights
Anyone who’s been self employed for more than a year basically sees work reality differently.
If you’ve done it for more than a year you know you can do it again even in a job. And that things will sort of work out
Not sure what this prize is but her writing deserves some prize