Most tech professionals talk about owning their future. But ownership isn't a mindset or a side hustle. It's three specific decisions: who you serve, what you charge, and how you spend your time.In this episode, I break down what real ownership looks like and why most engineers and technical professionals get it completely wrong.What You'll Learn:The three decisions that separate owners from employeesWhy your salary is a floor, not a ceilingThe gap between what you're paid and what you're worthHow to start thinking like an owner tomorrowWhy most people never make these decisionsThis is part of The Owner's Playbook series — a framework for helping technical professionals build careers and income on their own terms.Next episode: The $500/Month Test. How to know if you can actually do this.Subscribe on YouTube: Company of One on YoutubeI’ve been helping professionals turn what they already know into consulting work. If you’re curious how that might look for you, let me know.Send me a DM on linkedin with the word “consulting” and what you’re thinking about. https://www.linkedin.com/in/dalecallahan/Dale Callahan, Ph.D., P.E. Most people dabble in consulting. I help you build something real.Book a call: https://calendly.com/dalecallahan/30min🌐 dalecallahan.comDirector of Engineering Management @ UAB (205) 790-8447 dalecallahan.comLinkedIn. Weekly Newsletter Subscribe on LinkedInWatch Company of One on Youtube

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