Are you wondering how you might fare when choosing to ‘work for yourself?’
Each of us ‘work for ourselves’ whether as an employee, a sole trader or a company director. We’re all looking to build better through personal experience.
In this instance though, let’s look at one or two reasons why being a freelancer makes you stand out from the crowd:
1. Your name is on the can! You have the luxury of focusing on business your way. Deciding where to concentrate your efforts and for how long. You are seen to be in control, which allows your expertise and dedication to shine through … often making a lasting impact on clients.
2. You have the power! Forget the red tape and party politics. When working directly with clients, there’s a personal connection that fosters collaboration through trust. There are fewer middlemen – leading to more transparency!
3. Opportunities that suit your skillset! As someone with a certain set of skills, you are a valuable connection to any thriving business. As opposed to in-house teams you have a select expertise that is highly sought after.
4. Flexibility. As a freelancer, you’re able to manage your schedule. There’s more productivity, an efficiency at every level, from the dialogue to the production/supply process. This leads to greater customer satisfaction.
5. Recognising your Value. Many larger corporations and agencies rely on freelancers to handle overflow projects. By offering your services directly, you cut out the middleman and unlock the full value of your talent. It’s easy to overlook the value we bring. Take pride in knowing that freelance expertise is in high demand; clients show a high appreciation of the added value you bring to their projects.
Most importantly …
6. Look forward to growth! As an independent, there’s the opportunity to develop valuable relationships with clients. Through direct collaboration, over time, you establish a network of satisfied clients who refer your skills to others.
The greatest compliment is a recommendation delivered by word of mouth. Embrace those skills you have, Knowing that, as a freelancer, your skills are highly sought-after and form a valuable part of the economic impact. Wherever sector you represent, your business will always thrive through transparency and collaboration.
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