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Risk vs. Safety

You: “It’s risky to leave my day job.”

Us: It’s risky to do a job you hate your whole life.

You: “It’s risky to ignore the rules they list in the job posting.”

Us: It’s risky to follow the rules they list in the job posting.

You: “I fear sending a video pitch because it won’t be good enough.”

Us: If you don’t send the video, we fear companies won’t find out how awesome you are.

Don’t risk being safe.


Office Hours Podcast

The Office Hours Podcast is three seasons of gold from Isaac Morehouse and TK Coleman. This dynamic duo is the inspiration for the DJH itself.

Here are top recommended episodes:

Keep feeding your mind a healthy diet while on the job hunt! (These guys are funny, too).


Quote of the Day

“90% of success is just showing up. Get there and start working. You’re not going to feel perfect everyday.”
—Joe Rogan