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203: The Little Lies You Tell Yourself, with Jason Snell

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Navigating Freelancing Challenges and Transitioning to Effective Time Management

Starting out as a freelancer involves a struggle to balance workload and saying 'yes' to jobs for the sake of starting out, even if they are not the right fit, while learning to say 'no' to work that does not align with long-term goals. Understanding where income is generated from is crucial to avoid burnout and inefficiency. Time should be allocated to tasks based on income generation, strategic importance, and personal joy, transitioning from a startup mindset to effective time management. Focusing on tasks that align with unique skills and provide value is essential, while delegating or outsourcing tasks like support emails or ad traffic is important as the business evolves. Prioritizing tasks based on what adds value and generates income is crucial for sustained success in freelancing.

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