a Is Freelancing Right for You? by Sahr Ngegba | Nov 30, 2022 | Leadership, Sahr Ngegba
Freelancers are independent consultants who work for the people or businesses of their choice. In contrast to employees who work for one firm and report to a boss, freelancers have clients instead of supervisors and choose to work with as many clients as their schedules allow. Freelancing can be done part- or full-time and in tandem with other employment. You set your own schedule. Before making the switch to full-time freelancing, it’s customary to start part-time, gaining experience while they continue to work their regular employment. Over the last two years, many people re-evaluated their career and life goals, turning towards other priorities. Some had no choice due to layoffs. Others made an intentional change. Regardless of the reason, over 60 million Americans are currently working as freelancers in the US. That does not mean it is the right choice for everybody. To decide whether being freelance is the best course for you, consider the following benefits and drawbacks of freelancing. You will find that most benefits are a double-edged sword.