The Challenges of Self-Employment

The Blueprint with Mike Prewett · Aug 31, 2026 · 7m

Mike, a real estate agent, discusses the challenges of self-employment, focusing on the lack of motivation and discipline in managing oneself. They suggest that the hardest part is not the uncertainty of income or dealing with difficult clients, but rather the freedom and flexibility that comes with being self-employed. Mike argues that many people lack the necessary self-discipline to manage themselves effectively, suggesting that having a written schedule could be a starting point for improvement. They emphasize that without discipline and consistency, it're difficult to succeed in the real…