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EPISODE · Feb 9, 2026 · 8 MIN

1958: Self Employed? Here’s Everything You Need to Know About Disability Insurance by Emily Guy Birken on Income Protection

from Optimal Work Daily - Career, Productivity and Entrepreneurship · host Optimal Living Daily | Dan W.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1958: Emily Guy Birken breaks down the essentials of disability insurance for the self-employed, revealing how vital income protection is when you're your own boss. From understanding the nuances of short- and long-term policies to navigating passive income challenges and finding affordable coverage, this article empowers freelancers to make smart, protective financial choices. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ptmoney.com/disability-insurance-for-the-self-employed-2/ Quotes to ponder: "There may nothing more valuable to your financial health as your ability to earn income." "Basically, it’s important to be able to pinpoint the continuing work you do in order to bring in your 'passive' income." "If your house is paid off and you’re debt-free, you may be able to get by with a lower payout." Episode references: Breeze – Disability Insurance for the Modern Workforce: https://www.meetbreeze.com Just Answer: https://www.justanswer.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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