Rejigging the workflow - it's all about financial freedom

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After twelve years in a dynamic, independent publishing world, our host has undergone a major professional shake-up, transitioning from a reliable monthly salary to a pure commission structure.
In this episode, we unpack the lessons learned from this forced change management. It's an honest look at the fear and the opportunity that comes when someone else changes your "food supply."
The takeaway is critical: Don't waste energy mourning what change takes away. Instead, focus entirely on the opportunities it creates. We discuss the importance of controlling your supply and how seizing agency in your career is a crucial step toward achieving the ultimate goal: financial freedom.
4 Nov 2025 12AM English South Africa Society & Culture · Society & Culture

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