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  • Package your skills into an offer

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    How to secure your first paying client before writing a single line of production code.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the playbook and newsletter.

Is this free?
Yes. The Playbook and the newsletter are free.
What exactly am I getting when I sign up?
You’ll get the CTC Playbook immediately, plus the Code to CEO newsletter with practical frameworks on business model, offers, pricing, outreach, and leverage.
How often do you send emails?
Once a day. If I don’t have something worth sending, I don’t send.
Is this about quitting my job?
Not necessarily. The goal is to build leverage so your 9–5 stops being your only option.
Is this a SaaS-only newsletter?
No. SaaS can work, but it’s not the default. We focus on getting paid first, usually through services or productized offers, then scaling if it makes sense.
Will you try to sell me a course every day?
No. Most emails are pure value. When I do mention Code to CEO, it’s occasional and relevant.
Who is this for?
Software engineers (and AI engineers) who want more income and control, and are willing to take action outside work hours.
Who is this not for?
If you want “passive income” with no outreach, no selling, and no discomfort, this won’t be a fit.
Do I need a business idea already?
No. The Playbook helps you find a direction based on your skills, network, and what people will actually pay for.
I’m early in my career. Can this still help?
Yes, but expect to start simple. You’ll be better off learning how to sell a small outcome than trying to build something huge.
Can I unsubscribe anytime?
Yes. One click at the bottom of any email.
Do you share my email or spam me?
No. Your email stays private, and you’ll only get Code to CEO content.
I’m not in the US. Does this still apply?
Yes. The frameworks work globally. The examples skew US-heavy because that’s where many clients are, but the principles transfer.
What if I’m too busy with my 9–5?
That’s normal. The whole point is a path that works with limited time. Start with the smallest step: one offer, one message, one client.

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