Retro Root

Keyboard Cowboy Since 1994

The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Upwork Freelancing

Author: Retro Root

Date: March 4, 2025

Categories: Business

When I first got on Upwork, I wasn’t looking for a side hustle or some extra cash. I had just moved to San Antonio in 2020 and needed a solid way to generate leads. My wife actually came up with the idea of trying Upwork, and it turned out to be one of the best … Read More

5 Lessons in 5 Years: What I Learned Running a Software Company

Author: Retro Root

Date: February 17, 2025

Tags: business, entrepreneurship

Categories: Business

Running a software company has been one of the most eye-opening experiences of my life. Over the last five years, I’ve learned some tough lessons that I wish I had known earlier. Here are a few key takeaways from my journey. 1. Don’t Hire Friends, Family, or Anyone Associated with Existing Employees Now I understand … Read More