4 Things to Do Before Becoming a Full Time Freelancer
by melo villareal | November 8, 2007 | In Blogging, Make Money Online, Netrepreneur, Work at Home
Becoming a full time freelancer should not be an overnight decision. Sure, you can throw your hat over the fence, so to speak, but you might be exposing yourself unnecessarily to certain risks. Here are ways you can transition from your 9-to-5 job and become a full time freelancer:
Learn everything about the business.
If you’re transitioning naturally to a freelance business that’s related to your present job, you shouldn’t have a lot of problems. However, if the freelance work you’re looking at is a hobby or an interest, try to learn what you can about it first. That way, you’ll have a better perspective
Keep your day jobs at first.
Don’t quit your job yet. Freelancing is notoriously unpredictable, particularly in the early stages. Having a job will keep you secured should your first forays into freelancing are not as well as you expected. [More]
