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118 DSR – Job Description as Self Description

July 6, 2013 — Leave a comment

Running businessman.
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Thank you Tim Ferriss for today’s podcast title. He’s the author of The 4-Hour Work Week.

If asked “What Do You Do?” if someone is anything less than genuinely sincere, he replies “I”m a Drug Dealer.” It ends the conversation quickly.

Ask a new question. “How Do I Do?” or “How Do I Be?”

Resource:
The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere

There is no need to copyright truth

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100 DSR – The Craigslist Hustle – Author Interview

April 9, 2013 — Leave a comment

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In this 100th episode I sit down and talk to Nashville, TN entrepreneur LaJuan Stoxstill-Diggs. He’s the author of the book “The Craigslist Hustle.” He explains how he got started hustling on craigslist after being laid off and how it turned into a full time gig.

LaJuan get’s his hustle on and so can you. It’s easier than you might think. He describes craigslist as Life’s Coupon to Everything You Want to Buy.

Interview Questions:

1) Who is LaJuan Stoxstill Diggs?
2) How did this all get started in 2007?
3) What is The Craigslist Hustle?
4) What’s your favorite hustle?
5) Why would someone consider craigslist?
6) When can someone hustle?
7) Where can they hustle?

Resource:
MrCraigslistHustle.com

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098 DSR – Doin’ The Craigslist Hustle

April 2, 2013 — Leave a comment

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I’m always thinking of ways to make a little extra money. I like to browse craigslist once in a while to see what’s out there & how I can offer my services to people in my area.

The idea for an interview or book review hit me so I went to Amazon.com and searched for “craigslist.” The first book I found is The Craigslist Hustle by LaJuan Stoxstill-Diggs. And what are the odds? He’s from my area!

This is a 35 page Kindle book. Soup & crackers. No fluff. No hype. It’s simple, easy to read language on how to buy an item on craigslist in your local area. And then you immediately re-list it on craigslist and sell it in a short period of time.

If you have zero cash to get started, there’s good news. Check out craigslist “For Sale” section. Then browse the subsection “Free Stuff.” You’d be surprised what people give away. You have to be willing to go pick it up as these items can go quickly.

Be sure to get the 2013 revision with new info on how to flip (buy and re-sell) washers & dryers. Evidently these are one of the hottest items on craigslist. People need a good washer/dryer set more than they need a 40″ flat screen TV, right? No need to worry. You can use the ideas in this book to buy/re-sell any item you choose.

Practical & affordable reading at less than $10.00, this book delivers the goods. Read it and get started ASAP. No system to buy, no multi-level marketing, no CD’s or software. The author dishes it out as promised. And he has a few youtube videos to add to the flavor. I’ve already bought the book and am working on my Craigslist Hustle. I recommend you do the same.

Resource:
The Craigslist Hustle – 2013 Revision

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077 DSR – Erin Norin Interview

January 6, 2013 — Leave a comment

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In this episode I’m interviewing Erin Norin a 35 y/o, self employed, mother of two. She’s a Licensed Massage Therapist who, along with her husband, hit financial rock bottom in 2008. They’ve been on a comeback ever since.

A self described lover of life and freedom, Erin joins us by phone. Did I mention while visiting her nun aunt who lives in a convent?

Interview Questions:
1) Why do you do it (self employment)?
2) What is The Paleolithic Lifestyle?
3) How health lifestyle connects to financial lifestyle.
4) What if you never got paid again?
5) Who is Erin Norin?

Resources:
Marks Daily Apple (Paleolithic Lifestyle)

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059 DSR – Self Employed -vs- W-2’d

October 22, 2012 — Leave a comment

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What are the benefits of being self employed -vs- a W-2 employee? There are a few biggies worth mentioning.

Self employed:
Earn, deduct expenses, pay taxes, keep profit. Being able to deduct expenses before paying taxes is where it all happens for self employed people. Forming a corporation isn’t necessary, but is highly recommended. It can shield your personal assets from lawsuit.

W-2 employee:
Earn, pay taxes, deduct expenses, keep profit. You pay taxes before you do anything else. That’s why you can’t seem to get ahead. Not to mention all the other taxes you pay for everything you buy like food, gas, clothing, etc.

Starting a business:
Don’t go in debt to do it. Start today. Start small. If, after 1 year, you aren’t making any profit then it’s not a business it’s a hobby. If you continue to feed your business with money from your W-2 job, you don’t own a company. You have a hobby.

Smart investors buy assets that put money in their pocket each month (profit). Workers buy depreciating assets (cars, houses) that take money out of their pocket each month (liabilities).

Do your homework, but don’t study forever. Get started right where you are with exactly what you’ve got available to you now. Network and build relationships with others who do what you do. Amateurs compete. Professionals create. Huge difference.

There’s a rat race only if you decide to run in one.

Resources:
Own Your Own Corporation by Garrett Sutton

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052 Women Obtaining Wealth: Dina Harbour Interview

September 22, 2012 — Leave a comment

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Women Obtaining Wealth LLC is a unique wealth building and networking company geared towards bringing entrepreneurial men and women together for the purpose of enhancing the lives of people through health, wealth and education.

Debt Shepherd interviews Dina Harbour of Women Obtaining Wealth, LLC out of Atlanta, GA.

She shares with us:
Who is the real Dina Harbour?
She tells us her story.
Shares her favorite book.
Lets us know if she could change one thing about America, what it would be.
Reveals how she wants to be remembered and what her legacy looks like.
She reveals her number one piece of life advice.

Resources:
Women Obtaining Wealth

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015 – Debt Shepherd Radio: Quitting Your Day Job

July 10, 2012 — Leave a comment

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Thinking about leaving the 9 to 5 grind? Here’s a few suggestions to consider before you make the change. Biggest hint: you don’t need to go into debt to start your own business.

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by GREG WHITAKER on July 10th, 2012

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003 You’re The Boss – Jason Rivera Interview

June 24, 2012 — Leave a comment

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Working 9 to 5 dreaming of owning your own business?

In this episode we’ll talk to Jason Rivera, founder and president of Live Life Every Day, LLC. He’s an entrepreneur who created an inspirational, eco-friendly clothing line that packs a unique message.

He’s a business owner who will share his experience of what it’s like owning/running your own company.

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by GREG WHITAKER on JUNE 24, 2012

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