Here are my notes and links.
- People skills matter
How to Win Friends and Influence People, by Dale Carnegie
Influence: the Psychology of Persuasion, by Robert Cialdini
Toastmasters International
- Market yourself and your project
Blog
Podcast
Videocast
Talk
Article
Opensource projects
- Start retirement contributions in your first job
Roth 401K
Rule of 72
- Always be learning
New languages and programming techniques
Become an expert at what you do
Code Complete, a Practical Handbook of Software Construction by Steve McConnell
- Live below your means
Dave Ramsey (book, radio, TV show)
Your Money or Your Life by Joe Dominguez and Vicki Robin
- Working for yourself vs. working for a company
Flexible lifestyle
Less risky than in the past
Requires financial cushion
