The topic of insurance and “benefits” as a full-time freelancer is one that both fascinates and perplexes old and new friends alike. “I could never leave my salaried job — I need benefits!” they exclaim. “But what do you do about insurance?” they effusively inquire. To which I usually reply…

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to setting professional boundaries in your freelance career. For many, boundaries are a constantly evolving construct, ever-changing to realign with new goals and aspirations. For instance, early on in my career, I had very few boundaries. I frequently pulled as many hours as…

I remember having a conversation with my husband about taking on a $10 gig on Upwork, a freelancer marketplace, shortly after quitting my job to become a full-time freelancer. I worried I was selling myself short, despite the fact that the job was small and could be completed in well…

Asking for a raise is often a scary proposition, for both salaried employees and freelancers alike. Some of us suffer from a bad case of imposter syndrome and worry that we just aren’t good enough or are undeserving. For others, it’s a fear of rejection. Sometimes it’s the discomfort talking…

In 2017, I quit my salaried job to become a full-time freelancer and never looked back. Since then, freelance has become more than just a career — it’s become a way of life. And I never miss an opportunity to preach the freelance gospel whenever given the chance. Luckily for…

It’s every freelancer’s greatest fear — getting stuck with a “bad” client. Most seasoned freelancers know how to avoid these less-than-ideal interactions before they happen by paying attention to red flags. Red flags include when the client: Is indecisive, non-committal and disorganized. A client who has a difficult time making…

I remember being highly offended when my husband accused me of being a terrible employee. We had been enjoying a glass of wine on the balcony of our high-rise apartment and reminiscing about how we’d gotten so far in such a small amount of time. Three years prior, I had…

While researching this article, I was shocked by the abundance of editorials that rail against the practice. A quick Google search produces headlines such as “ Why Self-Promotion is a Terrible Idea “ and “ Your Self-Promoting Is More Annoying Than You Think .” Even headlines that tout the benefits…

Making the leap from a comfortable salaried position or steady paycheck into the world of entrepreneurship and freelance can be an intimidating proposition. When I walked away from my full-time job almost four years ago, I was well aware of the risks involved, and I knew success was not a…