Is California a Bad Place to Start a Business or Practice?

Is California a Bad Place to Start a Business or Practice?

Author: Erik Dietrich August 28, 2024 Duration: 23:42
I've been asked this more than once, but eventually got around to doing a video about it. Rumor has it that California is "business-unfriendly," and, if you live there, you should start a business in another state. What's my take on that?   View this podcast as a video on YouTube.   Links of the week: Salesforce Test Automation: What Every Engineer Should Know Key Components of a CI/CD Pipeline

Erik Dietrich, a seasoned freelancer and entrepreneur, brings his practical Q&A series to your ears with Hit Subscribe Freelancer Q&A. This isn't about abstract theory; it's a direct line to the real, often unspoken, questions that come with building and running your own independent business. Each episode tackles the specific hurdles freelancers face, from setting rates and finding clients to managing projects and navigating the personal challenges of solo work. You'll hear straightforward answers and actionable advice drawn from experience, all aimed at helping you make better decisions for your career. Think of this podcast as a regular conversation with someone who's been in the trenches, offering clarity on the complexities of self-employment. Whether you're just considering the freelance leap or are years into your journey, these discussions provide grounded perspectives for anyone looking to build a sustainable and fulfilling business on their own terms. Tune in for honest talk that cuts through the noise.
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Duration: 22:11
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Duration: 17:34
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Balancing Serious Side Hustles and Fulltime Work, with Swizec Teller [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:50
In this installment of our community guest speaker series, we talked to Swizec Teller about balancing serious side hustles with full time employment. He has balanced a career working for startups in Silicon Valley with b…
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Duration: 22:17
Not all clients are created equal. Many are great, but some you'd rather avoid. How do you tell the difference ahead of time, in order to avoid the headache of having nightmare clients? __________________________________…
What Do Freelancers Do for Benefits? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:24
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When Should You Quit Freelancing? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:59
I get a lot of questions about freelancing, but this is both one of the most interesting that I get and the least-asked. When should you quit freelancing? People set out with nothing but plans for success, so the "when d…
Invoicing Basics for New Freelancers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:24
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Duration: 55:57
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Duration: 17:49
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