Q&A: Am I better at working for others than myself?

Notes from Chris

Episode 1808

Welcome to a new week!

Learning to work for yourself is a skill—it’s not innate. It’s kind of like remote work, in the sense that if you’ve only had a job that you go to and then go home, learning to work remotely requires some adjustment.

We’ve seen that over the past couple of years as a lot of people have shifted to remote work.

So the same is true with working for yourself as opposed to working for a boss and with a team, which brings me to today’s question.

Today’s listener thinks she is better at working for others and is worried about whether she’s cut out for starting a side business. Let’s talk about it!

"I like the idea of starting a business, but I worry that I won't be good at it. I don't mean the technical or operational aspects, I just mean some of the organization and strategy. Long story short, I think I'm better at working for others than I am at working for myself. I appreciate the accountability of a team and a boss who gives me direction. Like I said, though, I still like the idea of having a business, and I understand how important it is to diversify my income. Do you have any advice for someone like me?"

Listen to today's episode to learn more...

 

 

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SEE ALSO:

• Create a New Source of Income without Quitting Your Job: My goal: to help you start a Side Hustle and create an all-new source of income, even if you love your job and especially if you don’t have a lot of time.
• WEEKLY RECAP: Why Some Hustles Are Better than Others: In this third weekly recap, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week of Side Hustle School and why some side hustles are better than others.
• WEEKLY RECAP: Nervous About Starting Up? Schedule It!: In our twenty-fourth recap of Season III, we'll highlight the lessons learned in this week. Also: an audio update from a previous case study!

Inspiration is good; inspiration combined with action is better. Now get back to work!

Yours in the revolution,