QUIT! with Dan Benjamin

Segment 1: Dan interviews Sean McCabe. Segment 2: Dan reveals Trump's secrets and takes your questions live.

Dan returns to take your calls, answer your emails, and dispel the myth that you have job security. He also gets to the heart of what the show is about, talks about founding his startup, and reveals how he was able to make an insane purchase.

Dan and Haddie talk about doing the daily grinding tasks that you know will pay off one day, how Domino's Pizza is standing out, how reading can help you unwind from your day, and more! CALL FOR EMAILS: the next episode is going to be all listener emails but we need your help with that! Visit the contact page and select "Quit" to send in your question now. It may be the last time we take listener emails! Links for this episode:DAMN it takes forever – Ryan Carson – MediumHow Domino’s Pizza Stands Out In A World Awash In PizzaYouTube Released Their Top 10 Videos of 2017. Here's What Marketers Can Learn From Them. | Inc.comYouTube reveals its top 10 trending videos of 2017 - CNNPercy Jackson and the Olympians 5 Book Paperback Boxed Set (new covers w/poster) (Percy Jackson & the Olympians): Rick Riordan, John Rocco: 8601411271915: Amazon.com: BooksLet's Pretend This Never Happened by Jenny Lawson [Amazon]Haddie's book reccomendation Redwing - IRON RANGER BootsDan's boots! Brought to you by: LinkedIn Learning (Get a free 30-day trial with LinkedIn Learning today, by visiting LinkedIn.com/quit). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain name). BeansTalk Know How (Visit beanstalkknowhow.com/quit and use the promo code QUIT to get 50% off the Full Set bundle which is normally $495).

Dan and Haddie discuss how you can't expect your business to become a success overnight, a 6 year old making $11 million a year, the importance of having a good nighttime routine, thinking about the next emerging market. Links for this episode:Want Proof That Patience Pays Off? Ask the Founders of This 17-Year-Old $525 Million Email Empire | Inc.comThe evening routine essentials of the most productive people | Thrive GlobalUvex S0360X Ultra-spec 2000 Safety Eyewear, Orange Frame, SCT-Orange UV Extreme Anti-Fog Lens - Safety Glasses - Amazon.comDan's CBD Oil RecommendationCrave Skincare - CBD Infused SkincareBee DelightfulBrought to you by: LinkedIn Learning (Get a free 30-day trial with LinkedIn Learning today, by visiting LinkedIn.com/quit). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain name). RXBAR (Visit rxbar.com/quit for 25% off your first order and enter promo code QUIT at checkout).

Dan and Haddie talk about overcoming obstacles, making a business by cheating the system, and how productive you really are at work. Links for this episode:28-year-old makes millions buying from Walmart, selling on AmazonIn an 8-Hour Day, the Average Worker Is Productive for This Many Hours | Inc.comMore older Millennials live with relatives, a legacy of the recessionumhi-im-alexis-a-kid-at-my-school-has-a-panini-maker-so-29097751.png 500×522 pixelsBrought to you by: LinkedIn Learning (Get a free 30-day trial with LinkedIn Learning today, by visiting LinkedIn.com/quit). TopResume (For 10% off a resume writing service package, visit topresume.com/backtowork). eero (For free overnight shipping to the US or Canada, visit eero.com and at checkout select overnight shipping then enter QUIT to make it free).

Dan and Haddie talk about influence, attention, and scarcity using Apple as an example of effective execution. Links for this episode:5by5 | Killing TimeApple drops 'Computer' from name | Macworld• Apple iPhone sales 2007-2017 | StatistaApple's iPhone X Might Cost Apple Nearly $600 to BuildPhilomena Kloss on EtsyHuman bears. Primitive tweed teddy bears! Brought to you by: FreshBooks (All you have to do is go to FreshBooks.com/quit and enter QUIT in the 'How did you hear about us?' section). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain name). Linode (Visit the link to get a $20 credit).

Dan talks about building a SaaS platform, all the while joined by Haddie to discuss a listener email about the challenges of breaking into a new career and unpaid internships, changing the way you ask for feedback, and just being open about things. Links for this episode:Is the open office layout dead? | | Dropbox BlogHow to Recognize Burnout Before You’re Burned Out - The New York TimesWhen Is It OK to Not Pay an Intern? — ProPublicaUnlock honest feedback with this one word – Signal v. NoiseModula - Wikipedia5by5 | Killing TimeBrought to you by: FreshBooks (All you have to do is go to FreshBooks.com/quit and enter QUIT in the 'How did you hear about us?' section). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain name). RXBAR (Visit rxbar.com/quit for 25% off your first order and enter promo code QUIT at checkout). BeansTalk Know How (Visit beanstalkknowhow.com/quit and use the promo code QUIT to get 50% off the Full Set bundle which is normally $495).

Dan and Haddie talk about going the extra mile for your customers, regaining the excitement you had when you started your job, and answer listener Brian's question about CASHFLOW!!! Links for this episode:FiresideHarmonized sales tax - WikipediaCubs shortstop Addison Russell replaces fan's nachos - Business Insider5by5 | Quit #103: One-Way RelationshipBrought to you by: FreshBooks (All you have to do is go to FreshBooks.com/quit and enter QUIT in the 'How did you hear about us?' section). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain name). Linode (Visit the link for $20 towards your account).

Dan and Haddie do some followup about charging for your time/service, leaving a comfortable job to take an independant risk, asking yourself if you're critical to your company's success, digital nomads, and a reminder to take time to feed your soul. Send us your questions via email 5by5.tv/contact. Links for this episode:Have Smartphones Destroyed a Generation? - The AtlanticNo, Smartphones Are Not Destroying a Generation – Thoughts And Ideas – Mediummrb on Twitter: "Damn this programmer interview whiteboard question has me shook https://t.co/YkmnLQnLA4"Elon Musk firing his assistant is a good career and salary lesson - Business InsiderNavy SEAL explains what to do if you're attacked by a dog - Business InsiderLeaves of Grass - WikipediaSong of Myself (1892 version) by Walt Whitman | Poetry FoundationBest Way To Build Startup Is Travel The World - Business InsiderBrought to you by: FreshBooks (All you have to do is go to FreshBooks.com/quit and enter QUIT in the 'How did you hear about us?' section). eero (For free overnight shipping to the US or Canada,visit eero.com and at checkout select overnight shipping then enter QUIT to make it free)! Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase).

Dan and Haddie discuss the 'Briefcase Technique', Last Chance U, the fear of change, and asking for a raise. Links for this episode:Les Brown: The Power to Change (Full Transcript) - The Singju PostHomeEducationLes Brown: The Power to Change (Full Transcript)Les Brown: The Power to Change (Full Transcript) The Power to Change Les Brown FULL) - YouTubeNetflixBrought to you by: FreshBooks (All you have to do is go to FreshBooks.com/quit and enter QUIT in the 'How did you hear about us?' section). SendPro from Pitney Bowes (Visit pb.com/quit to learn more, and when you sign up you’ll get SendPro FREE for 90 days, you’ll get a free 10-pound scale, and when your free trial is over, you’ll get SendPro for only $5 a month). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase).

Dan is joined by Haddie to discuss the possible guilt that comes with doing work for profit, new business owner advice from Listener Brian, the right way to encourage (not pressure) your partner to make the leap into a more fulfilling job, how to engage with freelancers, and the services you need to look into when starting your business. Links for this episode:Evolution of the LEGO logo | Logo Design LoveRoad Work on 5by5Gusto - PayrollBench.co - AccountingThe man who built a $1bn firm in his basement - BBC NewsBrought to you by: FreshBooks (All you have to do is go to FreshBooks.com/quit and enter QUIT in the 'How did you hear about us?' section). SendPro from Pitney Bowes (Visit pb.com/quit to learn more, and when you sign up you’ll get SendPro FREE for 90 days, you’ll get a free 10-pound scale, and when your free trial is over, you’ll get SendPro for only $5 a month). Casper (Visit Casper.com/quit and use the code QUIT for $50 towards your new mattress).

Dan and Haddie discuss limiting the hours you work per week, how athletes make sleep a priority, an inspirational quote about believing in yourself, and taking advice from Benjamin Franklin to examine your day. Links for this episode:First of all, I’m not interested in “crushing” anything.Basecamp's CEO Limits Himself to 40-Hour Workweeks--and He Thinks You Should Too | Inc.comIs group chat making you sweat? – Signal v. NoiseCommencement Speech, Bolelli-Style -Trickle-down workaholism in startups – Signal v. NoiseMookie WilsonMookie Wilson - WikipediaAlan Scherstuhl on Twitter: "wonderfully bizarre old Voice piece I think about much too often: "Favorite Dinosaurs of the Mets" https://t.co/x1rZlAon4T"Kobe Bryant Workout Routine: 666 Workout | Pop WorkoutsHow Athletes Make Sleep a Priority | Sleep.orgBen-Franklin-Schedule.jpg (621×853)I lived a day according to Benjamin Franklin's schedule and it changed my life | The Daily DotSeconds - Interval Timer for HIIT, Tabata Training on the App StoreSeconds Pro - The best interval timer app for HIIT, Tabata and circuit training workouts available on iOS and Android.High-Intensity Interval Training 101 | HIIT BenefitsPeak Fitness: High-Intensity Interval Training Workout BenefitsBrought to you by: FreshBooks (All you have to do is go to FreshBooks.com/quit and enter QUIT in the 'How did you hear about us?' section). SendPro from Pitney Bowes (Visit pb.com/quit to learn more, and when you sign up you’ll get SendPro FREE for 90 days, you’ll get a free 10-pound scale, and when your free trial is over, you’ll get SendPro for only $5 a month). Linode (Visit the link to get a $20 Linode credit on a new account).

Dan and Haddie talk about the soul-destroying addiction of workaholism, creative environments and creative teams, Millennials and saving for buying a home, and the detrimental effects of multitasking (and a solution). Links for this episode:Jason Fried on Twitter: "Pathetic… even Apple is promoting workaholism now. Check out this ad for their Planet Of The Apps show. https://t.co/PKn30pWWgn"Creative Environments Lead to Creative Teams – Thinking Design by Adobe – MediumMillennials Want to Buy Homes but Aren’t Saving for Down Payments - WSJWant to be more productive? Quit multitasking. | | Dropbox BlogRework: Jason Fried, David Heinemeier Hansson: 9780307463746: Amazon.com: BooksThe Lean Startup: How Today's Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically Successful Businesses: Eric Ries: 9780307887894: Amazon.com: BooksThe Ray Bradbury Theater - S01E01 - Marionettes, Inc. (Aired 5-21-85) - YouTubeMost millennials want to buy a home—but about half have nothing savedMulti-taskers are Bad At It | ProductivityMultitasking won’t make you more productive. Here’s what will. | Dropbox BlogBrought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase). Away (Visit awaytravel.com/quit and use the code QUIT for $20 off a suitcase). FreshBooks (All you have to do is go to FreshBooks.com/quit and enter QUIT in the 'How did you hear about us?' section).

Dan is joined by Haddie to answer listener emails about being prepared before you make your side hustle your full time gig, selling yourself in an interview, and being honest. Next week all about interviews! Send us your questions! Links for this episode:Line Of Credit (LOC)11001001 - WikipediaBynar | Memory Alpha | Fandom powered by WikiaBrought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase). Alibaba (Visit Gateway17.com/QUIT to save 75% off the registration fee, while event passes last).

Dan and Haddie talk about managing your time, distractions, and going the extra mile to save your customers time. Brought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase). Alibaba (Visit Gateway17.com/QUIT to save 75% off the registration fee, while event passes last). Linode (Visit the link to get a $20 Linode credit on a new account).

Dan and Haddie answer your emails, followup about PhDs, and what to do when the people you're counting on don't do their job. Links for this episode:Unemployment rates and earnings by educational attainmentGraduate Record Examinations - WikipediaDoctor of Philosophy - WikipediaBrought to you by: HireLoop (Visit hireloop.io/quit to get a free credit towards their Professional features). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase).

Dan and Haddie talk about the art of sales, not just selling your product but selling yourself during interviews, the math behind making $1 million dollars, podcast promotion strategies, and a comparison of millennials and baby boomers. Don't forget to send us your questions via email for next week's episode! Links for this episode:Best Answer to “Sell Me This Pen” | Heena Mansuri How to make $1 million dollarsYou are not your job search – Dear Design StudentYoung Americans Are Killing Marriage - BloombergThe 7 Best Podcast Promotion Strategies (And How to Use Them)Brought to you by: HireLoop (Visit hireloop.io/quit to get a free credit towards their Professional features). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase). Linode (Visit the link to get a $20 Linode credit on a new account).

Dan and Haddie discuss the struggles that millennials are facing at work, how to make a new hire feel like part of the team. They take listener emails about how to hire the right person for the job and how to get your new business set up. Links for this episode:Why Incorporate in Delaware? Why Form a Delaware LLC?TrelloMillennials are struggling at work because their parents 'gave them medals for coming last'Brought to you by: HireLoop (Visit hireloop.io/quit to get a free credit towards their Professional features). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase).

Dan and Haddie talk about smoking meats, Kentucky Colonel ties, paying attention to your users/fans, geography, and answer your emails about wanting a position at a company that isn't currently hiring, marketing yourself, and choosing between money and your passion. Links for this episode:* Boards | TrelloMasterbuilt 2-Door Propane SmokerFireside.fm - By podcasters, for podcasters!Visit Fireside.fm today to take the tour and use the code QUIT for 20% off the Standard plan for three months. What we thought was called a Kentucky Colonel TieWhat turned out to be called a 'western string tie'. How my search progressed: Kentucky Colonel Tie > Kentucky Bow Tie > Western Tie > Western String Tie/Long String Tie Map of Northern EuropeJust look at the size of Norway! The cast iron pan smoker mod Do you see the poorly designed pan underneath the cast iron one? Brought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase).

Dan and Haddie talk about applying for jobs, giving your work away for free, pride in a job well done, and another USPS nightmare. Links for this episode:Google got it wrong. The open-office trend is destroying the workplace. - The Washington PostWhy Office Perks Are Traps, Not BenefitsPiping"Good candidates do this?"But is it good? Omni (magazine) - WikipediaTo Raise Productivity, Let More Employees Work from HomeBrought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code QUIT to get 10% off your first purchase). Fireside (Visit Fireside.fm today to take the tour and use the code QUIT for 20% off the Standard plan for three months).