032 – I Haven’t Had a Job Since 2011



Have you ever had trouble describing what it is you do for work to others? Do you sometimes feel like it’s an exercise in futility, and you’re better off keeping personal details private? In this episode of Creativity Excitement Emotion, David shares why he hasn’t had a job since 2011, and what that has meant for his life. Sponsors: Productivity, Performance & Profits Blackbook: Get a free copy of the “Definitive Guide to Productivity for Artists and Entrepreneurs.” Highlights: 00:17 – Conversation at a dinner party 00:43 – Why lengthy conversations tend not to elucidate anything 01:41 – Why David hasn’t had a job since 2011 02:18 – Writing 15,000 words per week 02:29 – The difference between how an employee and entrepreneur thinks 03:25 – Paying the price 04:02 – Contrasting sharpness with dullness 04:57 – Embracing the challenge 05:08 – Entrepreneurship is irresponsible? Transcript: I was recently at a dinner party and the conversation turned to wha

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