As such, I have decided to stay employed for the time being; freelancing as a designer is easy to get into but particularly hazardous. Learning from somebody else instead of your own mistakes may not have the same impact (read scarring) as going headfirst does, but sometimes it’s just easier to follow in somebodies footsteps until you’re ready to face the wind.

That said, I absolutely encourage anyone with a 9-5 job to make something of their spare time. If nothing else, it’s a great learning experience within the safety of regular employment. Don’t expect too much and you may well be surprised when your little hobby turns into a company.

“Thursday, October 9: Chris retires! (Wait, probably not yet. It may take a few more days.)”

Thanks!

I really enjoy your writing, and have been referring it to others. I have a small home biz already, and have been active for ~6 months. I love the service my co. offers, and I know that much of what may be holding me up right now is my own ‘growth’ from employee mindset to self-employed. Is this guide for people like me that haven’t quite hit the consistent montly cash flow goals, but already have a business?

@Saravan,

Sorry, there will just be one version.

@Heather,

Well, I suppose it depends on how you look at it. I tend to believe there is more security in taking individual responsibility than depending on what’s happening in the broader economy. But I realize not everyone is comfortable with that – if someone is happy in a job, then I don’t think they should necessarily plan towards leaving it, regardless of the economy.

@Mr Crash,

Nice to meet you. I actually like Tim Ferriss — he does things his own way, different from me of course, but he has definitely inspired a lot of people to seriously consider their priorities. That to me is a great thing.

Of course, when you actually do put out your book… I’m interested in buying. Reminds me of a more realistic, less egotistical Tim Ferris styled work (at least thus far). Which I think is awesome.

Personally, I am buying your guide anyway.

Please consider a low price edition for Indian Sub-continent. It might be less for the Americans but definitely not for the Indians. I would really appreciate if you come up with such a novel method and help guys like me to start up some micro business. I really love to start one but don’t how to start one. I am looking forward for such a guide. I know good things doesn’t come cheap/free. It costs.

Thanks for your consideration.

Regards,
Saravanan

Thanks – that forum sounds good; I was not aware of it. Maybe I’ll see you at a future one.

@Ben,

Don’t give me too much credit — I am also intrigued to see what will happen.