Self Employment
When you’ve reached the limits of what corporations can offer you, accepting the challenge of working for yourself, just could be exactly what a technologist needs.
I encourage most people, regardless of their role in software development, to consider three primary paths. Consulting, a micro-SaaS business, or education/coaching.
All Content about Self Employment

February 26, 2025 | 18:08
Focusing on freedom, instead of money, can unshackle you and jumpstart your self-employment journey in tech.

February 19, 2025 | 10:51
Tired of the instability of corporate tech jobs? Learn why tech employment is riskier than ever.

October 2, 2024 | 24:16
Debunk the myth of corporate job security. Self-employment can offer more freedom, growth, and control over your career.

September 25, 2024 | 13:32
Learn how to find profitable software product ideas by identifying real customer problems, and validating your idea, before you build.

June 24, 2024 | 35:01
Consulting is one of the fastest paths to self-employment for programmers. Here’s a 10 step roadmap.

May 29, 2024 | 15:55
Most programmers let fear stop them from self-employment before they even start. But you don’t have to.

April 15, 2024 | 33:38
Making videos, podcasts, or blogs could be just what your programming career needs. But it could also be a complete waste of time.

March 25, 2024 | 27:58
To sell your technical product or service, connect with the person you’re convincing so they can understand the value you offer.

January 30, 2024 | 27:57
Engineers are in a unique position to shoot themselves in the foot when starting a company. Don’t be a statistic.

January 8, 2024 | 39:45
When programmers decide to work for themselves, they often find success along one of these three tried-and-true paths.