Freelance Family Man

If you want to be the best freelancer in your niche, one of the main things you need to focus on is how you deal with criticism from clients. In this episode, we'll discuss how to respond when a client gives you negative feedback. 

I discuss a few key concepts I learned early on that are vital for any man, especially dads, who want to become self-employed or already are but struggling. I share how I learned these lessons during my becoming self-employed, quitting, and then returning. If your goal is to provide for your family without your wife having to work, you must understand and accept these principles of self-employment or you'll have a much harder time taking the leap or sticking with it. 

The show is back with episode 1 of season 2, introducing a wider perspective on the world of self-employment. In this episode I discuss what I've been learning over the last few months about the labor side of self-employment, specifically the construction industry and how the digital freelancers and labor freelancers can learn from each other. 

In this episode, I interview Drew Vernon who is an expert on helping children to develop their creativity. This is especially important for parents like me that work at home and have kids at home all day, because of homeschooling. Screen time can be an easy distraction that we give our kids so we can work but there are better ways to keep them engaged without screens. 

I'n this episode, Aaron Rubin walks you through what you need to know about budgeting, financial planning and taxes when you're self-employed. 

Today I'm talking with Jason Doggett, a freelancing dad who has made the transition into freelancing from home. We're going to talk about how to get started in freelancing, where to find your first clients, and what it's like to be a dad freelancing at home.Jason also homeschools his children, and he shares about the mindset shifts that make working and doing school at home possible. He's going to share why he believes it's one of the most important things you can do for your family, and how rewarding it's been for him as a dad. Join us to learn how to get started as a freelancer, and how it's possible to support your family from home.0:00 Intro2:20 How Jason started freelancing7:43 Building a financial plan12:01 Finding your first clients19:09 Building a portfolio24:56 Balancing freelancing and homeschooling29:20 Boundaries and focus time34:24 Working in the middle of the busyness39:04 The viability of freelancing42:00 Growing with your children

In this episode, we discuss how to create packages for your freelance services. How do you get more clients? You give them options. I teach you how to create packages for your freelance business. Whether you're charging hourly or flat rates, you need to create offers for your clients so they know what deliverables to expect. And when you do this right, you could end up doubling your hourly rate based on how you structure your services. 

Today I'm interviewing Adam Palmer, who has earned over $1 Million Dollars on Upwork as an Expert Freelancer. He went from earning $12-$15/ hr in his previous job to running a successful Agency on Upwork working with incredible brands.In this interview, Adam shares how to get great high paying clients on Upwork. He's also diving into how to continue to get those clients and form a real business on Upwork that brings you a solid income. He'll share great tips on everything from writing proposals to structuring interviews and getting started, so don't miss out on this one!

Looking for ideas of what you can do as a freelancer? Bradley Rice will teach you how to start a work-from-home career as a freelance Salesforce professional. With this job, he's been able to earn over $200k per year. It's worth looking into this type of freelance career if you have a family to support. 

Father's day is coming up, but every day is Father's day, and I want to share some of the top lessons I've learned from freelancing at home as a dad. My dad worked hard to be a part of his kid's lives, and I've been able to take that a step further and be home everyday as a freelancing parent.My kids have taught me a lot about how to be successful as a freelancer, and learning to make my wife a part of my business has helped our family life and my business. If you're interested in becoming a freelancing dad, join us to hear some of the things you can do to build a strong family and a strong business.

Can you earn over $150k/ year as a freelancing parent working part time? It's possible, and in today's video I'll share with you some of the key things that will take your work from entry level to expert, and help you grow a profitable freelance career working just 25 hours per week.Whether you already have a family, or know that you will in the future, these tips can help you achieve the financial stability your family needs, and help you build a life that includes enough time to focus on what matters.What we discuss: 0:00 How to make over $150k/yr as a freelancer4:10 Your wife and kids need YOU7:00 Key things to know to earn 6 figures part time9:41 Getting really good at your freelance craft10:55 Building sales and communication skills14:03 Implementing stellar time management17:10 Getting your priorities straight19:30 Making time for family22:14 Keeping it all in perspective

Picky clients are a freelancer's worst nightmare. How do you deal with a client that's never satisfied? If you're wondering how to handle picky clients without risking a negative review, tune in to learn the top 3 ways to communicate with picky clients.Good client communication takes practice, but learning to set expectations ahead of time, and build your contracts for better outcomes can mean the difference between great clients, and picky ones that cost you time and money.

Can freelancing protect you in a recession? We're not in a recession yet, but preparing now by building your own business can help you be ready when it does come.If you're a parent who is worried about providing for their family because of layoffs or inflation, freelancing is one of the best ways to increase and protect your income.We're talking about how to navigate your freelancing career during a recession, why it's one of the best options available to you, and how to get started now.

How do you buy a house as a freelancing Dad? This is a big family goal, and many freelancers wonder how to qualify for a house when they are self-employed. If you're starting to make the transition, check out the video to discover some of the best ways to prepare for getting a loan.Whether you've been freelancing for a while, or you're just getting started, find out what it takes to qualify and meet your goals of owning a home.

Thinking about quitting your job to become a freelancer, but you're worried about how you're going to make ends meet? You're not alone.Figuring out how to start freelancing as a parent is especially scary, but I've got some steps to help you overcome those fears to create the freedom and lifestyle you want for your family.Join me as we discover how to work through the fear, and create a freelancing business as a single-income dad.

Freelancing dad and Brand Strategist Austin Church shares some great perspectives with us today about the challenges of freelancing as a parent, and how to keep the most important things in mind as you build your business.Listen in to hear us discuss our experiences with parenting, and building freelance businesses that allow you to spend more time with your family, while earning more.If you're not sure where to start, Austin has some great ideas about how to make the transition easier and begin freelancing where you are.Austin's links:For Freelancers: freelancecake.comBranding Services: balernum.com

In this episode, we discuss what it's like to be a Millennial Father in 2022.Being a dad has changed a lot over the generations, and so have their priorities and role in the family. Let's take a look at what dad's today value most, and how to make those values possible for your family through freelancing.

In this interview with Marc Mawhinney, we discuss how to start and build a coaching or consulting business. There's many types of work you can do as a freelancer, but coaching and consulting is a really great option for dads looking to work from home and run their own business.Listen in to hear Marc discuss parenting, entrepreneurship, and his tips for building your business with consistency so you can charge what you're worth.

If you're wondering what's going on with the workforce lately, you're not alone. Some people have dubbed it, “The Great Resignation” and there's a lot of reasons why it's happening. Nearly 25% of employees who quit are looking into freelancing as a way to solve these career issues without compromising their values.If you're thinking about quitting your job, and you're a parent, it's time to seriously consider freelancing as your next career move.Learn More: https://arrowlight.tv/

Work life balance is a huge part of why freelancing is a benefit as a parent.Sam Kabert has used the principles of work-life balance to build million dollar businesses with the help of VA's by monetizing content creation and building strategic relationships.In this interview with Sam, we talk about not only work life balance, but soul life balance, and how to build a business that supports your goals. Because when you can work less and earn more, you can spend the time with your family that they deserve.0:00 Intro3:05 Working with VAs7:35 Doing what you love9:00 Making money with content creation11:15 Building strategic relationships15:16 Work life balance to Soul life balance19:35 Taking time to enjoy life

If you're thinking about quitting your employee job to start freelancing full time, there's a lot of questions you need to answer for yourself first.Today's episode talks about the milestones you need to hit before you leave your 9-5 so you can build your business and find clients. There's no perfect formula, but with a little bit of work, you can be ready enough to make the leap.1:40 What you need to do before you quit your job3:00 Create a financial plan5:20 The easiest way to find clients7:35 Audit your professional network11:45 The goal of the transition period16:16 Finding time for your business18:06 How do you know it's time?19:45 A good backup plan21:10 The ultimate way to know it's time

In this episode, I interview Preston Lee about his passion for helping freelancers become successful, while putting family first. Preston started his journey of freelancing as a side gig while putting his wife and himself through school. After several years, he took the leap into full time entrepreneurship. Since becoming a successful Dadpreneuer he has created a business that is dedicated to helping mentor and support others along their freelancing journey.You'll hear Preston share several turning points in his freelancing journey, how he has found the balance of work and family life and his best advice for those starting their own freelance journey. If you have considered starting as a freelancer, or if you are currently freelancing but would like to make the transition into full time solo entrepreneur life, listen to the expert advice from Preston.

When you're a dad-preneur and a freelancer, overcoming mindset blocks is one of the most important things you can do to be successful.In this interview with Adam Dukes, we talk about how to be a freelancing dad, how to earn money from home so that you can have more time with your family, and how to do what you're passionate about.Adam has a lot of great advice because he has done it himself, and he has also talked to a lot of other dads who have done it. We talk about the big four:How to focusHow to simplifyHow to overcome the fear of failure, andHow to overcome imposter syndrome.0:00 Intro3:20 Adam's Story6:15 Dealing with Fear of Failure9:10 Impostor Syndrome12:04 The Time Excuse15:11 The Money Excuse16:30 The Secret of Focus20:30 How to Turn Little Wins Into Big Wins23:10 The Importance of Mindset25:45 Caring About the One

How can you possibly convert your employee experience into freelance material? Today's video is another part in our series about transitioning from an in-person 9 to 5 to an at-home freelancer who answers to no one.Parenting comes first, though. So, you need to smoothly transition into this without sacrificing your income. I'm here to teach you how to do just that today. It's time to break free of your comfort zone and take the better route.0:00 - Introduction5:00 - How to Organize Your Portfolio9:30 - Examples of how to Transition Your Employee Skills to Your Freelance Portfolio16:40 - The Elevator Pitch on Your Portfolio21:46 - Testimonials25:40 - Your Portfolio Should Grow in Strength More Than Size29:41 - Outro

Need some help trying to figuring out what to do as a freelancer when you're used to being an employee? This is the right place for you. Families want to have more time at home, but having a steady income is also necessary. So, how do you successfully quit your job and become a freelancer?The first thing you need to do is figure out what you're good at. And there are more options out there than you realize. We'll help you figure out how to decide what's right for you and how to smoothly transition in a way that keeps you financially secure.0:00 - Introduction5:06 - Throw Away Your Resume12:28 - Forget the Degree16:20 - Pick an Industry24:34 - Pick Your Service28:40 - Transitioning Tips/Imposter Syndrome34:32 - Exercise Time!38:39 - Outro

Freelancing comes with freedoms that you will never experience as an employee. As time goes on, more and more employee “freedoms” are being taken away. These are both minor and major topics. Some of these are controversial, but they're important, nonetheless.When you decide to be a freelancing parent, you're getting more time with your family, the opportunity to eat healthier, and time for more self-care. And that's only the beginning. I'll be discussing all of this and much more about freedoms and the workforce in today's video.0:00 - Introduction3:30 - Freedom of Location/Freedom to Raise Your Rate8:30 - A Flexible Work Schedule10:14 - The Health Freedom18:47 - Education Freedom34:32 - Freedom to Practice Religious, Political, and Philosophical Beliefs37:10 - Outro

Join us early in the morning to discuss how to balance and build a business and family when they're all under the same roof. Whether you call yourself a freelancer, entrepreneur, or small business owner, you love working at home or you would like to because family comes first. When the rest of the world is telling you to go back to bed, in other words “stick to the status quo, stay comfortable, don't disrupt, don't question, avoid the road less travelled because it's too risky,” you tell them “No.”Chad Gravallese, with ArrowLight TV brings you into a world where working from home has always been the norm, thinking for yourself is the rule not the exception and entrepreneurship is a way of living not just a way to make a living. He is a full-time Husband and Dad first, part-time entrepreneur, a work-from-home enthusiast, and self-employment advocate.Self-employment, for now, is the best way to secure your freedoms and the best way to have the work-life balance that every family needs so that you can give your spouse and kids the time they deserve. In our conversations, you won't just learn good philosophy, you'll get practical advice from many self-employed families so you can start your day with clear priorities and confidence to pursue your goals. Most importantly, you will learn how to find your voice, meaning, you know what you believe, you know what you want, and you know what you stand for. 

When you begin freelancing, you can start to feel discouraged pretty fast. That's why I have Cameron King here on the show today to share with you yet another freelancing dad success story. His story helps us see why it's important to stick it out in the beginning. You may feel discouraged at times, but the only way you'll fail is if you give up and just go back to bed.Cameron and I share the pressures of being sole providers for our families. That's definitely a scary pressure when you start trying to freelance as a husband and father. However, today, Cameron and I give you some positive and encouraging tips on how to push through the rough spots and reap the benefits you've worked so hard for.

Ben Armstrong is here with me today to discuss cryptocurrency, self-employment, and YouTube success. This man has done a little bit of everything, and he's proof that success doesn't come by giving up when things look grim.You'll learn a lot here today about investing, how to grow your business, and what to do when your work isn't reaping the reward you're expecting. We've got plenty of tips here that will hopefully bring you hope and empowerment in your freelance business.0:00 - Introduction6:11 - It's Impossible To Go Back To The Typical 9 to 59:39 - How Cryptocurrency Changed Ben's Life19:03 - How YouTube Is A Long-Term Investment, Too29:02 - Four Ways Ben Earns Money From Content Creation33:17 - Outro

Today, we're discussing client stacking, your first projects, and starting an agency with special guest Tim Conley. We'll even touch on the pros and cons of hiring freelancers versus hiring employees.As you know, I'm a huge advocate for hiring freelancers. But Tim has some tips for when hiring employees can also be beneficial. If you're starting to scale your business, and you're looking to go from solopreneur to an agency, today's video is for you.0:00 - Introduction5:01 - Selling Yourself And Testimonials11:33 - Over-delivering?18:49 - Scaling Into An Agency26:31 - Employees Versus Contractors31:55 - Outro

Wondering what the difference between a digital homebody and a digital nomad is? Today's video will help you see which one you are or if you're just getting started in freelancing, which one you want to be.Not all types of freelancing are the same. Digital homebodies like to have a stable environment with deep roots in their community, whereas digital nomads like the freedom of travel and not being tied down. Here, I'll explain the pros and cons of each and tell you where digital nomads fit best.

I've got a very important topic for you today, and that topic is the freedom of speech. Freedom of speech is required for freelancers. If you consider yourself a freelance worker, then you need to be standing up for the right to free speech.Just because we don't agree with others does not mean that we silence them. Instead, we use our own speech to debate them and debunk their theories. Today, I'll teach you why that the freedom of speech is so important and why censorship is getting so dangerous.

Businesses save a LOT of money by hiring freelancers. Don't pay mind to that hourly rate being higher than a traditional employee's rate. The real cost lies in benefits and those hourly salaries.Here, I'll explain to you why freelancers are not only more affordable to hire, but they're actually better qualified and easier to train. This is because they focus solely on their trade and they come in with expertise.When you hire a freelancer, all you have to do is let them know what your business needs specifically, rather than having to show them the ins and outs of their skill.

If you're wondering how to make money freelancing as a stay-at-home dad, I've got you covered. I've already made all the mistakes that you don't have to make. I know the ins and outs of turning 1 dollar into 10, and 10 dollars into 100, and so on. My story is proof that you don't have to work an in-person 9 to 5 to be a good provider for your family.I'm making over $100,000 annually and only working 20 hours a week. This way, I can spend time with my family while having a stable income. It's the perfect work/life balance that at one point felt impossible. Today, I can teach you how to make this lifestyle possible for you, too.Learn more: https://www.freelancingdads.com/

You've heard of the Digital Nomad, but how about the Digital Homebody? For many people, freelancing is appealing because of the freedom to go wherever, whenever, and still be able to work from your computer. This is what it means to be a Digital Nomad. But that's not always the case for freelancers, especially when they have large families.This is where the term “Digital Homebody” comes into play. Is your family your primary priority? Do you work to provide rather than just to have fun? If so, you may be a Digital Homebody. Today, we'll talk about the differences between these two freelancer types and help you decide which path is right for you.0:00 – Introduction6:23 – What My Homebody Life Looks Like10:28 – Preferring The Homebody Life Over The Single Life12:52 – Balancing Work Life And Family Life15:02 – You'll Still Need A Schedule/Perks Of A Homebody Life19:58 – Outro

Today, we're talking about how you can get clients by upgrading your sales skills. We all have had that bitter taste in our mouths when we hear the term “sales.” That is, until we learn to differentiate between ethical sales and unethical sales. Yes, the world of sales CAN be ethical. I know it doesn't seem that way to many of you, but bear with me here.I'm going to tell you how to become more confident in selling your services. Once you realize that you're ethically selling your assistance and mutual collaboration, rather than lying and glamorizing your capabilities, you'll see that the sales world isn't all bad. Stick around with me today to learn more about how you can overcome this negative stigma around sales, which will lead to you growing your business easier than ever before.0:00 – Introduction6:10 – The Elevator Pitch10:27 – Experience Makes It Much Easier To Sell Your Services13:03 – Get To Know Your Potential Client's Goals15:38 – Repeating Back What The Potential Clients Tell You17:55 – Relating Without Overshadowing21:34 – The Call Is Beneficial Whether You Decide To Work Together Or Not26:47 – The Qualification Process: Road Mapping Is Essential31:49 – Getting A Sense Of Where Your Client Is At Currently37:37 – The Priority Scale And Why It Is Important42:46 – How To Discuss Package Options49:14 – Make Clear What Your Contact Methods And Check-In Frequencies Are54:36 – Outro: Final Tips For Strategy Meetings And Sales

Is The PRO Act really a threat to freelancers? What's the difference between the law passed in California called Assembly Bill 5 (AB5) and the Pro Act? I'm going to clear up the confusion over these laws and what it means for your future as a freelancer and an independent contractor. Then I'm going to tell you exactly how to protect yourself from laws like these so you can work in the way that you want to. The PRO Act, like California's AB5 already did, could take your rights to freelance away or at least make it more difficult to find clients. AB5 went into effect in January 2020 and passed in September 2019. Since that time, many freelancers in California lost their jobs because many companies had to either reclassify the freelancer as an employee or not work with them anymore. Now is the time for you to speak up and defend your right to self-employment. 0:00 - Introduction3:10 - The "ABC Test" And How The PRO Act And AB5 Are Similar9:09 - Key Difference Between The PRO Act And AB512:00 - Union Bargaining Rights: Freelancer's Don't Want Pity17:40 - How To Avoid These Laws: Speaking Up, LLCs, And Upwork23:33 - Why The PRO Act Is Unethical25:10 - Outro

In today's episode, we're talking about how to have a self-employment mindset in all aspects of your life. If you're going to be a true entrepreneur, your personal life must reflect the entrepreneur's mindset. It's not just about your work life here. This career choice bleeds into every part of your existence.As a self-employed person, you can't care what other people think of you. It's important that you challenge the social norm and that you're always looking to create rather than consume. If you want to know what kind of person you need to be to successfully be self-employed, today's episode is for you.0:00 – Introduction4:29 – What Does It Mean To Be Self-Employed?9:02 – You Can't Care What Others Think Of You Or Your Choices11:47 – You're Always Developing Your Skills15:49 – Separating Out All The Voices In Your Head20:14 – Making Sure No One Is Hijacking Your Mind25:44 – Outro

Today's talk may be our most important one yet, as we discuss the PRO Act, which could mean the death of freelancing. If you live in California, you've likely heard of this bill. Even if you're not from California, this is still important, because this law is the model for the entire United States going forward.In short, this law will make it to where you are considered an employee if you do what the government thinks is considered "too much work" for one company. Here, I'll teach you ways to get around this bill, but nonetheless, we still need to speak up for our rights to freelance.0:00 – Introduction5:02 – When The ProAct Began And What It Entails11:52 – Why Freelancer's Cannot Just Be Converted Into Employees15:03 – The Cobra Effect19:03 – Contractors Won't Even Be Contractors Anymore If This Bill Passes22:38 – How Politics Factor Into This Bill24:53 – Text From The ProAct And What It Means For You27:53 – The ProAct Will Force People To Join Unions Which Ends Freelancing Rights30:27 – Why You Need An LLC Or a Corporation NOW37:57 – Services Like Upwork Give You A Buffer, Too43:00 – Outro

Today, I'm going to show you that there really are over 100 ways to freelance. While I won't literally be discussing 100 different options here, I'll be showing you why and how that this is possible. In fact, “100 different ways to freelance” is actually quite limiting. There are far over 100 different ways to be self-employed at home.Whether you're a writer, a graphic designer, a PR person, a lawyer, or even a YouTuber, there's something in the freelance world for you. Pretty much any passion can be turned into a full-time work-from-home career. Here, I'll teach you how to look at your skill sets and narrow down the best self-employed career route for you.0:00 - Introduction4:49 - Let Me Quickly Convince You That Now Is The Time To Start Freelancing7:02 - What Can You Do As A Freelancer In 2021?13:44 - Even Law Work Can Be Done Remotely16:16 - Remote Jobs That Are Mostly Done From Home17:01 - Outro

In today's episode, we're going to discuss what a core belief system is, and why it's so important. I'll also tell you how you can develop your own core belief system, and why it's key to establishing your home.I believe that your home determines your business's success. But without core beliefs, your home can't be strong, therefore your business struggles. It all starts with the home, but the home starts with your core belief system. Let's figure out how to strengthen your core beliefs and really build your business.0:00 - Introduction4:23 - Why Solidifying Your Core Beliefs Is Beneficial8:31 - Being Too Agreeable14:03 - Inspired Beliefs Versus Mimicking Beliefs17:07 - You Agree With More People Than You Realize20:00 - There Are No Contradictions In A Core Belief System22:19 - My Main Core Beliefs35:33 - Religion And How It Affects Our Current Systems And Equality39:15 - Healthcare Should Come With Free Will43:20 - A Surface Argument Example46:42- You Must Work To Survive49:13 - What Charity Really Means53:45 - Tips On How To Form Core Beliefs58:32 - Outro

In this bonus episode, I talk further about the benefits of successfully getting the dadpreneur thing down. While there are tons of challenges that surround parenting while starting your own at-home business, there are way more positives to it.The important part here is to not get discouraged. Getting to see your partner more and share responsibilities, while providing income and growing your business is spectacular. You really couldn't ask for a better life. Here, I'll tell you about some major benefits to this kind of life, and how you can get there and maintain it.0:00 - Introduction2:38 - You Get More Than Just Quick Evenings Together5:19 - An At-Home Business VS Working From Home: The Difference?7:23 - Generations Improving Every Time: Building Upon My Dad's Success10:57 - Outro

In today's early morning conversation, we're going to be looking at how to balance being a dad and starting a business from home. We'll cover everything from prioritization and scheduling, to how you should handle interruptions.You'll also get some insight on how much better life is once you get your process down and really settle into being a confident dadprenuer. There's nothing better than being home with your family, especially during your kid's first steps. Those are the kinds of moments that many parents miss, but if you follow my tips throughout this podcast, you won't have to be one of them.0:00 – Introduction3:48 – Why It's Good If Your Kids Succeed Even More Than You Have6:32 – My Dadprenuer Journey In The Beginning10:32 – Why The Pressure To Earn Money Actually Pushes Clients Away12:42 – Shifting Your Beliefs About Money15:57 – Leaving Work Behind During Those Off Hours20:02 – How I Deal With Knocks On My Office Door22:02 – You're Too Self-Conscious: Clients Don't Really Care How You Handle Your Home Life27:01 – Embracing The Role Of Parenting Is A Must30:29 – Consistency: Why Your Schedule Is Essential34:04 – Using Your Office Door As A Communication Device38:26 – Integrating Your Kids Into Your Workspace41:53 – Outro

In today's early morning conversation, we're going to go over some steps that will help you find your first client. These are the steps of something called the "Solopreneur's Blueprint." Here, I'll give you an overview of the basics surrounding this process. However, keep in mind that this is a very long-term system, and none of this happens overnight.I'll share with you my own experiences with these steps, and I will provide several tips for completing them. You'll also learn why these steps are important. I won't just tell you what you should do without providing reasons to back up my claims. If you're ready to get that first client and really build up your skillset, this morning's episode is perfect for you.0:00 – Introduction4:44 – Freelancing With A Family/Personal Success10:09 – What Is Your Life's Vision?14:15 – Mastering Internal Communication18:12 – External Communication And Networking Conversations19:39 – Mastering Your Time And Altering Your Perspective On It23:34 – Discover Your Worth And Be Okay With Saying “No”27:11 – The Result Of Mastering These Six Steps29:44 – Portfolios Look Different For Everyone31:41 – Why You Should Get On Freelancer Platforms/Networking34:24 – How To Get Your First Testimonial36:09 – Why Getting Your Own Website Is Helpful38:41 – Outro

In today's episode of Go Back To Bed, we're going to talk about your rate as a freelance worker. It can be difficult to know why to change your rate, when to change it, and even how to initially set it if you're just getting started in the freelancing world. That's why I'm here to help you with this today.We'll also talk about some outlying factors that may affect your rate-setting decision. You'll learn more about capitalism, limiting beliefs, and skillset growth here on today's episode. In short, there are many factors that go into setting your hourly rate. If you're interested in learning more about this, today's episode is for you.0:00 – Introduction3:44 – Do Business Owners Deserve To Make More Than Their Employees?6:28 – Tons Of Free Labor Goes Into Your Portfolio And Education10:18 – Marxism Isn't Friendly to Freelancers14:55 – Businesses Helping Other Businesses Grow17:41 – What Affects Your Rate As A Freelancer?19:07 – Supply And Demand: What Is It REALLY?24:44 – Experience: Quality Over Quantity27:36 – Specialization: Don't Be A Jack Of All Trades31:39 – Sales Skills Are Important, And Here's Why34:33 – The Quality Of What You're Providing Your Clients Is What Affects Your Rate37:34 – Don't Feel Guilty For Your Success39:35 – Outro

Hey, everyone. In today's episode, we're talking about the free-market economy. We'll break down some stereotypes about capitalism and how it relates to being self-employed.We don't take sides here in terms of party politics. Instead, we look at principles that are important for you to know as freelancers. Don't come to this with bias or through the lens of a two-party system. Today's conversation is centered on growing your business and taking control of your own destiny. Try to approach it with an open mind.

In today's episode, my wife, Tira is my special guest. We're here to talk to you about the family and being homebodies. But this episode is unique in that you'll be getting my wife's perspective first-hand. There are a lot of things that I just can't really talk about, but she can express from experience.Here, she'll talk to you about the stereotypes surrounding homemaking, how she came to terms with realizing that being a stay-at-home mom is the most important job she'll ever have, and much more. We're excited to give you an inside perspective from both parents: the stay-at-home mom, and the work-at-home dad.0:00 – Introduction4:24 – Gaining Self-Awareness When Talking To Your Children8:11 – Does Being A Stay-At-Home Mom Get Mundane?11:04 – Parenting Should Be Your Number One Ambition13:15 – Your Kids Aren't Young For Long15:54 – The Biology Of The Mother's Role As A Parent20:14 – What Do You Want Your Kid's Lives To Look Like?22:31 – 2020's Pandemic And How It Affected Families26:49 – Homemaking Stereotypes And Truths29:56 – Why Ownership And Responsibilities Should Not Be Gendered33:22 – Doing Everything From Home, Including Childbirth37:24 – Letting Go Of The Single/Dating Life40:30 – Society Tells You To Do Everything, But You Can't44:35 – Money Management And Communication47:39 – The Hybrid Route Between Tradition And Change50:22 – Kids And Teens Need Confidence And Security From Home55:29 – The Home Trickles Into The Business59:22 – Outro

In this conversation we explore how your family life affects your business success. When the family is functioning, your career and business progresses faster and easier. We discuss how the pandemic provided a wake-up call for all families who weren't used to being together every day, all day and why it's important to make it a top priority to work on your family business. 

In this early morning chat, we discuss the definition of the home, why it's important and how to make it the center of your life. Your home life affects your business and career whether you like it or not. Everything orbits around your home. Get your home in order and your business and career will take off. 

I discuss the future of the workplace, how it is time for a shift to the 20-hour work week for not only contractors but employees. When you have more work-life balance, you are more productive and focused and achieve tasks much quicker. Businesses will not fail if their employees are working less... the opposite will happen. 

In this short video, in between full episodes of Go Back To Bed, I discuss whether working 20 hours per week means you're lazy. Is it fair? Are you watching Netflix the other 140 hours?NO. I'm still working, but I'm working for my kids, my wife, my house, my community and other projects that matter. Don't compare your work schedule to other people and think it's unfair. They can work 20 hours per week too, if they want. You are giving yourself more time to contribute to society in other ways. Never feel guilt about that.