5 Non-Negotiables When You Go Self-Employed
5 Non-Negotiables When You Go Self-Employed  
Podcast: The Journey with Morgan DeBaun
Published On: Fri Jul 17 2026
Description: Feeling stuck trying to figure out your next move as a business owner? You're not alone. In today's episode, we're breaking down the exact 5 things I'd do first if I were starting my business over from scratch. 👉 This episode is for you if: You just went full-time and feel buried in every task, from content to contracts You're making more money but somehow working more, not less You're ready to build a business that grows without you trading your time for money 🔗 MENTIONED IN THE VIDEO Audit your business: worksmartadvisor.com   ⏱️ CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS 00:00 Intro  00:35 Open two separate bank accounts (personal vs. business)  01:15 Identify what only you can do as CEO 02:00 Build your delegation org chart 03:00 The reinvestment mistake that keeps you stuck 04:00 A real example: scaling past $100K 05:00 The two-question filter for every hire or tool 05:45 Build partnerships that grow your business without you 📌 FOLLOW ME TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@morgandebaun WorkSmart → https://www.patreon.com/MorganDeBaun Get More Frameworks in My Book → https://www.amazon.com/Rewrite-Your-Rules-Achieve-Freedom/dp/0593725050/