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Coaching Session: Should I Follow My Dream?

April 2, 2025 | 1:06:07

How I coached a burned-out developer to overcome perfectionism, find clarity, and pursue his passion.

5 Signs You’re Finally Ready to Leave the Tech Grind

March 26, 2025 | 17:20

If your passion for tech work is barely a flicker, it might be time to stop working for companies—and start building something for yourself.

Coaching Session: Is Comfort Worth The Fear?

March 19, 2025 | 1:15:32

You don’t have to keep running on the same treadmill just because it’s familiar.

Stop Letting a Steady Paycheck Limit Your Career

February 26, 2025 | 18:08

Focusing on freedom, instead of money, can unshackle you and jumpstart your self-employment journey in tech.

Think Your Corporate Job Is Secure? Think Again

October 2, 2024 | 24:16

Debunk the myth of corporate job security. Self-employment can offer more freedom, growth, and control over your career.

How To Actually Find Profitable Software Ideas

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.

10 Steps to Becoming a Solo Technology Consultant

June 24, 2024 | 35:01

Consulting is one of the fastest paths to self-employment for programmers. Here's a 10 step roadmap.

How Programmers Overcome Fear of Self-Employment

May 29, 2024 | 15:55

Most programmers let fear stop them from self-employment before they even start. But you don't have to.

Most Developers Should NOT Post on Social Media

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.

Why Nobody’s Buying Your Ideas in Tech

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.

8 Programmer Pitfalls When Starting a Company

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.

3 Proven Ways Programmers Go Solo

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.