What is Freelancing?

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As a freelancer, you don't work exclusively for any specific company and as a result, you have the freedom to 

 with a reliable internet connection. You have control over 

, it is easier than ever to find people and businesses that need your services. You could work for clients who live across the country or across the world. You might even work with other freelancers who are many miles away from you.

Each freelancer is as unique as their skill set.

As a group, freelancers offer many kinds of 

, the things you’re good at, and your 

 within your industry. Are you talented at math? Tutoring could be for you. Do you have experience organizing projects and working with calendars? Becoming a personal assistant might be an option.

Freelance work is an excellent choice for social media managers, tutors, computer programmers, and illustrators. Writers, editors, and musicians also make great freelancers.

Ultimately, the main things you need to get started are 

Keep in mind that when freelancing, time is money. 

Unlike many jobs where you clock in and out or work on salary or commission, freelancing requires that you use 

 to schedule and produce your tasks. After all, you need a way to ensure the work gets done. So 

The better you are at managing your time, the more money you'll make. Your goal is to deliver high-quality services 

Another important aspect of freelancing is 

You might think as a freelancer, that there's no one to answer to but yourself, but you’d be wrong. When you're self-employed, your customers are your boss and customer service 

Positive word of mouth and good reviews can often be your best way to generate new work. By 

 with excellent customer service, you can start to develop an ongoing list of clients that will form a strong foundation for your growing business. 

how much money can I make doing freelance work?

how do I figure out what to charge for my services?

 depending on your services, experience, and customers, but generally, freelancers can charge anywhere between $10 - $75 per hour, and at times, even more.

There are many factors to consider when you're working on your own:

 You’ll need to seriously consider your 

For example, if you're a graphic designer, you'll probably need a subscription to Adobe Creative Suite. Or if you're a filmmaker or photographer, you’ll need cameras, lighting equipment, as well as editing tools and software.

 When you are first starting out, you will also need to build a 

time, and you might need to charge a lower rate on the first several projects you take

. You are required to pay taxes on all revenue that you generate, and as an independent contractor, your taxes are higher at

the end of the year than those of a regular office job.

As you can see, there are many things to think about as you take your first steps into living the life of a freelancer, but the good news is that you don't have to jump right into full-time self-employment. 

 when first starting out. That means you might work with just a couple of customers as you start to figure it all out. 

But for some, working as a freelancer and striving to build a successful business could lead to a much more 

 work life. With the right plan, you can work for yourself and earn a living.

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