#124 Can You Ever "Make It" While Self-Employed - David Kadavy on Doing Work You Love, Self-Publishing, Traveling & Perspective, Mini-Lives & Living as An Expat

David talks about his self-employment journey, discussing topics such as graphics design, studying abroad, work identity and engagement, self-publishing books, and advertising on Amazon. He reflects on his experiences and explains how he shifted from a traditional job to self-employment, including how he experienced a new reality after leaving his job. We talk about how hard it is to ever "make it" on a solo journey and how you are constantly starting from day 1.🍿YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/mykDRmuDvwI Links Mentioned: Davids SiteTime Management Not Mind ManagementJefferson Letter About TravelOn "Making It and 15 Years as a Creator Love Your WorkMini-LivesAUDIO TIMESTAMPS1:37 What are the scripts David grew up with?8:51 The impact of studying abroad12:21 Living in different places while hating vacations20:18 The moment David realized this is not how his life is supposed to be28:38 How did David feel at the beginning of his self-employment?34:42 Work identity and engagement41:53 Burning with curiosity and not having a choice but to follow it48:37 Is the self-employed path easier than it was before?49:35 "To be me for a living"57:03 Doing things for the sake of it1:00:36 Self-publishing books📕Buy Paul’s Book (Published Jan 2022): The Pathless Path📲Connect + Follow PaulTwitter: @p_millerdPaul’s Newsletter: Subscribe to BoundlessPaul’s YouTube: Subscribe🙏Further Ways To Support The Podcast:I use Transistor to host this podcast. It rocks. Launch Your HereI record high-quality videos using Riverside: Sign Up HereBecome a sponsor of the Podcast / NewsletterWant to upgrade your Zoom studio? Check out Kevin Shen’s Dream Studio CourseWant to launch a course? Podia or Teachable are both greatWeb Hosting: Skystra Fast WordPress HostingHost your own community" Circle 14-day free trial 📘 GOOD WORK: LIVE! => Learn More📕 Buy Paul’s Book (50k+ Sold): The Pathless Path😁 Join Hundreds On Unconventional Paths: Pathless Path Community📲Connect + Follow PaulTwitter: @p_millerdInstagram: @pathlesspaulPaul’s Newsletter: Subscribe to Pathless (23k+ People)Paul’s YouTube: Subscribe🙏Further Ways To Support The Podcast:Accounting, Taxes, And Payroll For Your S-Corp (Ideal for $60k+ income): CollectiveLooking for alternatives to traditional health insurance in the US? Check out CrowdhealthI use Transistor to host this podcast. It rocks. Launch Yours HereI record high-quality videos using Riverside: Sign Up Here