Hi. I’m Mark D. Hines. I used to have a “good” job managing institutional investment portfolios—overseeing billions. I enjoyed the analytical work and many of the people, but I couldn’t stand the corporate politics of working for a large organization. I wanted more control over my work and my time.

So I saved up some cash, resigned, and set out to make a living writing about my professional expertise online.

Brilliant idea, right?…

…Fast-forward to today. My digital product still exists, and it continues to generate meaningful income. It’s also taught me valuable lessons about building a one-person business.

It’s opened doors to substantial consulting work and my independent advisory firm. The flywheel effect is real.

I write On Your Own Terms to help professionals build what’s next. The overarching theme is to leverage your own unique background to build simple, scalable income, and a lifestyle you enjoy.