Hosted by David Sparks and Mike Schmitz.
David Sparks and Mike Schmitz are not nearly as productive as they’d like to be. Join these fellow travelers (and a bunch of special guests) as they share the best ways to get focused, and talk through their successes and failures along the way.
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#32: It's Scary, Dude! with Kathy Campbell
October 17th, 2017 · 47 minutes
Unicorn Sidekick Kathy Campbell joins us to discuss how she ended up becoming a Free Agent while behind a desk at her "real job," when having her new career discovered her.
#31: Being Selective About Clients, with Aleen Simms
October 3rd, 2017 · 37 minutes
Relay FM Host and App Launch Map founder Aleen Simms joins us to talk about her accidental fall into freelance work and setting high standards for her clients.
#30: Tito Needs to Pay the Rent
September 19th, 2017 · 46 minutes
So you're working in a house full of kids. Or a partner who is there all the time. It can make working from home difficult to say the least. We discuss the good and bad of working around kids (and others) who are in your house with you.
#29: The Spreadsheet
September 5th, 2017 · 40 minutes
So you're thinking about going out on your own. It's time to build The Spreadsheet, a tool to let you gauge your potential income and expenses and give you a realistic view of what it will take to succeed.
#28: David's Origin Story
August 22nd, 2017 · 47 minutes
Jason asks David to explain where he came from, the background of his career, and what the circumstances were that led him to become an independent worker, and then asks him to reflect on his two-plus years no longer being employed by a law firm.
#27: Bird in the Bush
August 8th, 2017 · 43 minutes
Passion projects can be an enjoyable outlet. But how do you balance the work that pays the bills with the work that feeds the soul?
#26: A Batphone to My Heart
July 25th, 2017 · 58 minutes
While Jason leaves the phone off the hook, David describes his trial of Google Voice and ultimate decision to use a live receptionist service.
#25: Breadcrumb of My Life, with Stephen Hackett
July 11th, 2017 · 56 minutes
Relay FM co-founder Stephen Hackett discusses his origin story, including the personal challenges he first encountered when he went independent.
#24: Take Care of Yourself
June 27th, 2017 · 43 minutes
What happens if you're a lone-wolf independent operator, and then you get sick? We discuss staying healthy, getting help, and buying insurance.
#23: It's Hard To Get on a Different Train
June 13th, 2017 · 40 minutes
When should you form a corporation, and if so, what kind? David has some broad advice, though you should be sure to consult with a local attorney and your accountant before making any final decisions.