
In Chapter 11, the reality of self-employment comes crashing in when work begins to overtake the very reason you left your firm in the first place: family. We share the painful lesson of missing school pick-up, bedtime routines, and the guilt that follows when your priorities slip.This chapter is about more than client work or time management — it’s about boundaries, balance, and the commitment to build a business that doesn’t cost you the relationships that matter most. If you’ve ever felt torn between delivering for clients and being present at home, this story will hit close to the bone and show you how to reset.For self-employed lawyers, the wake-up call is clear: your schedule must reflect your values. In this episode, you’ll learn why saying “no” at the right time actually earns respect, and how to design your week so family and freedom come first, without sacrificing growth.Bonus Resource: PRODUCTIVE TIME INVESTOR