Focused

95: Five Years of Freedom

Mar 17, 2020
David shares invaluable lessons from his five years of self-employment, touching on the fear of failure and personal growth. He reflects on the joys of remote work, including freedom from office politics, and the challenges of isolation. The importance of self-motivation and community support shines through, alongside the art of delegation for better focus. A new puppy adds a delightful twist to productivity discussions, as the hosts share funny anecdotes about balancing work and pet ownership.
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ADVICE

Habit Reset

  • View major life changes as opportunities to reset your habits.
  • Evaluate each habit, deciding whether to keep, enhance, or discard it.
ANECDOTE

Shifting Focus from Litigation

  • David Sparks had a transformative moment during a deposition where he realized he no longer enjoyed litigation.
  • This realization led him to change his business model and focus on transactional work.
INSIGHT

Fear of Loss

  • The fear of failure can shift to a fear of losing what you've built.
  • Maintaining independence requires continuous effort and self-motivation.
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