118: Swallowing the Frog

Segment 1: Dan interviews Sean McCabe. Segment 2: Dan reveals Trump's secrets and takes your questions live.

Dan returns to take your calls, answer your emails, and dispel the myth that you have job security. He also gets to the heart of what the show is about, talks about founding his startup, and reveals how he was able to make an insane purchase.

Dan and Haddie talk about doing the daily grinding tasks that you know will pay off one day, how Domino's Pizza is standing out, how reading can help you unwind from your day, and more! CALL FOR EMAILS: the next episode is going to be all listener emails but we need your help with that! Visit the contact page and select "Quit" to send in your question now. It may be the last time we take listener emails! Links for this episode:DAMN it takes forever – Ryan Carson – MediumHow Domino’s Pizza Stands Out In A World Awash In PizzaYouTube Released Their Top 10 Videos of 2017. Here's What Marketers Can Learn From Them. | Inc.comYouTube reveals its top 10 trending videos of 2017 - CNNPercy Jackson and the Olympians 5 Book Paperback Boxed Set (new covers w/poster) (Percy Jackson & the Olympians): Rick Riordan, John Rocco: 8601411271915: Amazon.com: BooksLet's Pretend This Never Happened by Jenny Lawson [Amazon]Haddie's book reccomendation Redwing - IRON RANGER BootsDan's boots! Brought to you by: LinkedIn Learning (Get a free 30-day trial with LinkedIn Learning today, by visiting LinkedIn.com/quit). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain name). BeansTalk Know How (Visit beanstalkknowhow.com/quit and use the promo code QUIT to get 50% off the Full Set bundle which is normally $495).

Dan and Haddie discuss how you can't expect your business to become a success overnight, a 6 year old making $11 million a year, the importance of having a good nighttime routine, thinking about the next emerging market. Links for this episode:Want Proof That Patience Pays Off? Ask the Founders of This 17-Year-Old $525 Million Email Empire | Inc.comThe evening routine essentials of the most productive people | Thrive GlobalUvex S0360X Ultra-spec 2000 Safety Eyewear, Orange Frame, SCT-Orange UV Extreme Anti-Fog Lens - Safety Glasses - Amazon.comDan's CBD Oil RecommendationCrave Skincare - CBD Infused SkincareBee DelightfulBrought to you by: LinkedIn Learning (Get a free 30-day trial with LinkedIn Learning today, by visiting LinkedIn.com/quit). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain name). RXBAR (Visit rxbar.com/quit for 25% off your first order and enter promo code QUIT at checkout).

Dan and Haddie talk about overcoming obstacles, making a business by cheating the system, and how productive you really are at work. Links for this episode:28-year-old makes millions buying from Walmart, selling on AmazonIn an 8-Hour Day, the Average Worker Is Productive for This Many Hours | Inc.comMore older Millennials live with relatives, a legacy of the recessionumhi-im-alexis-a-kid-at-my-school-has-a-panini-maker-so-29097751.png 500×522 pixelsBrought to you by: LinkedIn Learning (Get a free 30-day trial with LinkedIn Learning today, by visiting LinkedIn.com/quit). TopResume (For 10% off a resume writing service package, visit topresume.com/backtowork). eero (For free overnight shipping to the US or Canada, visit eero.com and at checkout select overnight shipping then enter QUIT to make it free).

Dan and Haddie talk about influence, attention, and scarcity using Apple as an example of effective execution. Links for this episode:5by5 | Killing TimeApple drops 'Computer' from name | Macworld• Apple iPhone sales 2007-2017 | StatistaApple's iPhone X Might Cost Apple Nearly $600 to BuildPhilomena Kloss on EtsyHuman bears. Primitive tweed teddy bears! Brought to you by: FreshBooks (All you have to do is go to FreshBooks.com/quit and enter QUIT in the 'How did you hear about us?' section). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain name). Linode (Visit the link to get a $20 credit).

Dan talks about building a SaaS platform, all the while joined by Haddie to discuss a listener email about the challenges of breaking into a new career and unpaid internships, changing the way you ask for feedback, and just being open about things. Links for this episode:Is the open office layout dead? | | Dropbox BlogHow to Recognize Burnout Before You’re Burned Out - The New York TimesWhen Is It OK to Not Pay an Intern? — ProPublicaUnlock honest feedback with this one word – Signal v. NoiseModula - Wikipedia5by5 | Killing TimeBrought to you by: FreshBooks (All you have to do is go to FreshBooks.com/quit and enter QUIT in the 'How did you hear about us?' section). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain name). RXBAR (Visit rxbar.com/quit for 25% off your first order and enter promo code QUIT at checkout). BeansTalk Know How (Visit beanstalkknowhow.com/quit and use the promo code QUIT to get 50% off the Full Set bundle which is normally $495).

Dan and Haddie talk about going the extra mile for your customers, regaining the excitement you had when you started your job, and answer listener Brian's question about CASHFLOW!!! Links for this episode:FiresideHarmonized sales tax - WikipediaCubs shortstop Addison Russell replaces fan's nachos - Business Insider5by5 | Quit #103: One-Way RelationshipBrought to you by: FreshBooks (All you have to do is go to FreshBooks.com/quit and enter QUIT in the 'How did you hear about us?' section). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain name). Linode (Visit the link for $20 towards your account).

Dan and Haddie do some followup about charging for your time/service, leaving a comfortable job to take an independant risk, asking yourself if you're critical to your company's success, digital nomads, and a reminder to take time to feed your soul. Send us your questions via email 5by5.tv/contact. Links for this episode:Have Smartphones Destroyed a Generation? - The AtlanticNo, Smartphones Are Not Destroying a Generation – Thoughts And Ideas – Mediummrb on Twitter: "Damn this programmer interview whiteboard question has me shook https://t.co/YkmnLQnLA4"Elon Musk firing his assistant is a good career and salary lesson - Business InsiderNavy SEAL explains what to do if you're attacked by a dog - Business InsiderLeaves of Grass - WikipediaSong of Myself (1892 version) by Walt Whitman | Poetry FoundationBest Way To Build Startup Is Travel The World - Business InsiderBrought to you by: FreshBooks (All you have to do is go to FreshBooks.com/quit and enter QUIT in the 'How did you hear about us?' section). eero (For free overnight shipping to the US or Canada,visit eero.com and at checkout select overnight shipping then enter QUIT to make it free)! Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase).

Dan and Haddie discuss the 'Briefcase Technique', Last Chance U, the fear of change, and asking for a raise. Links for this episode:Les Brown: The Power to Change (Full Transcript) - The Singju PostHomeEducationLes Brown: The Power to Change (Full Transcript)Les Brown: The Power to Change (Full Transcript) The Power to Change Les Brown FULL) - YouTubeNetflixBrought to you by: FreshBooks (All you have to do is go to FreshBooks.com/quit and enter QUIT in the 'How did you hear about us?' section). SendPro from Pitney Bowes (Visit pb.com/quit to learn more, and when you sign up you’ll get SendPro FREE for 90 days, you’ll get a free 10-pound scale, and when your free trial is over, you’ll get SendPro for only $5 a month). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase).