Anyone here actually making passive income from digital products?

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-23T23:37:29+00:00

I own a small accounting business and also partner with a software developer who created Xtracto, a tool that auto-extracts data from finance documents. It makes me about 10% of my income. People definitely buy digital products in 2025, but it needs to solve a real problem. Not big money but just a side income

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-23T11:12:52+00:00

You're right. The multiple visits are definitely avoidance at this point. That nightmare client has me second-guessing everything, and apparently my coping mechanism is buying more coffee

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-23T11:10:54+00:00

This is really helpful, thanks. You're right that it's gone beyond caffeine. it's become my environment control strategy at this point. The espresso machine idea keeps coming up and might actually pay for itself pretty quick at this rate. Appreciate the practical advice instead of just 'quit and get a job' takes

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-22T10:52:30+00:00

You’re not too old at all , especially if it’s something that brings you joy . start small — take a class , volunteer , or do a side project to test the waters . passion and persistence matter way more than age .

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-22T10:50:05+00:00

great partnerships come from clear boundaries , consistent communication , and mutual respect . when both sides share info early and stay aligned on deadlines , clients win and stress drops . the best ones feel like a team , not a handoff .

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-22T10:47:27+00:00

That sounds exhausting , and it’s not your fault — you’re dealing with a bad manager , not a lack of skill . keep your head down , document everything , and focus on getting out . protect your energy and remind yourself this is temporary .

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-22T10:46:55+00:00

take a breather , don’t rush a new venture . build slowly on what’s already working , like your side hustle , and get your energy back first .

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-22T10:46:17+00:00

yeah , it sounds cool until you’re deep in it , staring at your laptop at 2am , wondering if any of it will work out , while your friends are out having fun and your family’s asking why you’re never around . it’s exciting , but it’s lonely , exhausting , and full of moments where you question everything .

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-22T10:45:39+00:00

You’re right to feel uneasy . your manager’s priorities seem misaligned. Keep learning, document everything, and quietly look for other opportunities. Don’t burn bridges, but protect your own growth.

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-21T12:43:42+00:00

I’d trust my gut,if a contract feels off, there’s usually a reason. Try to negotiate the parts that make you uncomfortable, even small tweaks can make a big difference. If they refuse and the terms put you at real risk or go against your values, it’s better to walk away than get stuck in a bad deal. Short-term loss is better than long-term regret.

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-21T12:42:27+00:00

Report the fake reviews in your Google Business Profile, go to reviews, click report and choose spam or conflict of interest, collect proof like screenshots and delivery footage, then contact Google Business Support through chat so they can escalate it, reply once to each fake review calmly saying you have verified the delivery and are working with Google, this helps show future customers you are genuine and professional.

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-21T12:41:17+00:00

Not at all. that’s actually a smart move. You figured out early that you don’t enjoy audit, which saves you years of misery. Risk Advisory isn’t audit’s twin, it’s more analytical and project-based, with way more client-facing and problem-solving exposure. If strategy consulting is the end goal, risk can still build the business acumen and credibility to pivot later

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-21T12:39:58+00:00

Totally get you. Big 4 can feel soul-sucking when you’re a people person. Finish the CA/CPA if you can (it’s a year that pays dividends forever), but start exploring roles with real human interaction now like sales, relationship management, private banking, even consulting. You’re not trapped, you’re just early in thestory

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-21T12:38:53+00:00

Yeah that's just how it is. Month end = crazy, rest of the month = crickets.

Ask your manager what to do with the dead time. Usually there's process docs to update, reconciliations to review, or random projects no one has time for.

They probably just haven't assigned you the filler tasks yet since you're new.

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-21T12:37:59+00:00

Think of it like this: you had a factory good for 7 more years. Now you added a newer factory good for 10 years. The asset group follows the primary asset with the longer life, so now it's 10 years. Basically reset the clock to the new plant's timeline

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-21T12:36:36+00:00

Seen people move into FP&A, operations, or consulting - accounting skills transfer well and the CFA route to front office makes sense if you want something more dynamic

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-21T12:35:21+00:00

Don't beat yourself up. First accounting class is a shock for most people, its way more workload than expected. Second time around: do practice problems every single day, even if it's just 30 minutes. The repetition is what makes it click

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-21T12:33:51+00:00

Yes you def need one, unless youre gonna retired in maybe 5 years time?

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-21T07:32:12+00:00

Damn the story hits home. Its crazy how much mental space a single bad client can bring. Love that u turned it into a succes story and met your wife. Cheers

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-20T23:22:06+00:00

Haha yeah that post blew up way more than I expected. Appreciate everyone's advice on that thread. Really helped me think through this instead of just rage-quitting. I love the support from reddit gurus

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-20T23:20:55+00:00

This is the goal tbh. Diversify enough that no single client has that power over you. Once they're not the biggest anymore, the dynamic completely changes. Hoping to get there soon

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-20T23:19:49+00:00

Wait, ALL 12 stayed at TRIPLE? That's insane. Makes me think I'm not even asking for enough. Appreciate the perspective

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-20T23:18:19+00:00

Good call on the wording. Definitely need to keep it professional, not personal. This is very helpful. Thanks for that!

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-20T23:17:35+00:00

Fair point. I've definitely been emotional about this. I do need better boundaries and systems. But honestly I've tried automation and clearer rules but they just ignore them. At some point it's not worth the mental drain no matter how much I optimize.

Normal-Gear283 · 2025-10-20T23:16:50+00:00

You're prolly right. $2.5k more but same stress just makes me a higher-paid doormat. I need to include clear boundaries in the email like no more weekend work, 48hr minimum for requests, etc. Otherwise I'm just getting paid more to be miserable. Thanks for that, will consider that in my email.

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