Finally, a Realistic Path to Self-Employment

No shortcuts. No overnight success stories. Only proven disciplines that work.

Perfect For You If...

You want to advance your career—with or without self-employment

These disciplines help you excel as an employee while keeping future options open

You're ready to be more strategic and valuable at work

Learn to think like an owner, position yourself as an expert, and build meaningful professional relationships

You have a side project you'd like to grow

Whether it becomes your main income or stays supplemental, these strategies help you do it sustainably

You want practical wisdom, not empty motivation

Real stories, proven disciplines, and honest insights from someone who's successfully made the journey

"The majority of these chapters and disciplines are equally applicable to those who stay in traditional roles within a company."

— CEO, Manufacturing Company

"What I appreciated most about this book is how grounded and real the advice feels... honest guidance that applies to both work and life."

— Amazon Review

""Sustainable Self-Employment is a book that has gems of wisdom for people in many different situations."

— Amazon Review

"My favorite quotes in the book are John's 'Relationships are better bridged than broken'"

— Goodreads Review

Inside This Book

A $100,000 Pricing Mistake

Learn from John's painful lesson about undervaluing services—and how to price for your true worth

From Awkward to Advantage

How an uncomfortable encounter with the Governor became a lesson in standing out professionally

The Failed App Success Story

How a mobile app that earned less than $200 led to six-figure client relationships

Daily Disciplines That Work

The exact morning routine that allowed John to build his business while excelling at his day job

About John MacAdam

John spent 15 years as a professional engineer while building his side business. Unlike many "gurus," he didn't quit on a whim—he developed proven disciplines that allowed him to transition sustainably to self-employment. Today, he runs a successful consulting practice and shares strategies that work in the real world. Connect with John on LinkedIn.

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