Dash Bash
summary
Twelve concrete rules for freelance survival: wait 15 minutes before replying to emotional feedback to avoid burning relationships, run a pre-project postmortem to list what can go wrong, use the 15-minute rule and repeat confirmations (the negotiator’s rule of three) to prevent miscommunication, craft if/when email options to force yes/no responses, book contiguous days and accept holds as soft interest, offload tasks cheaper than your rate, practice daily skills, and try a 30‑second cold shower to train discomfort.
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chapters (12)
- 0:00Introduction and mindset
- 2:30Freelance principles
- 3:56Timing and emotional control
- 5:39Judgment and professionalism
- 7:45Expanding your perspective
- 10:45Anticipating project challenges
- 14:14Feeding the good wolf
- 16:14Communication and integrity
- 20:42Motivation and professional circle
- 23:49Stepping out of your comfort zone
- 27:14Continuous learning and integrity
- 30:27Business management and routine
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