August 15, 2010

Perks of the freelance jump

Nobody likes to work under pressure or under an over-demanding boss, and this is one of the main reasons why people resort to trying out 'work from home' options. There you have no boss to report to, you don’t have to commute long distances or worry about the kids being at home alone if you are opting for freelancing work.

Try always to choose jobs that appeal to you, then set your own 'comfort yet competitive' price and work at your own convenience. Build up a good reputation by doing your job honestly and with dedication, and the money will eventually start rolling in.

If you are an aspiring writer, then there is a huge market ranging from writing for the web to writing for various publications. Start by creating a good online portfolio of whatever you are good at and present it to the potential client who is planning to give you a writing job. Similarly, if you are keen on designing, photography or programming, make sure that you have some good work to show around.

Your portfolio speaks for you, so be careful and you will land up with a job that you have been coveting. Getting the jobs you wish for depends on the genuine skills you master and have solid proof to tag along. With a day job, you may have never had time for yourself, but while working at home, you will have ample time to concentrate on housekeeping, looking after your kids, keeping a tab on their education and so on.

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