How can you survive your life from freelancing work

How can you survive your life from freelancing work

I have been doing freelancing for almost 3 years. This is not a smooth ride. Some days are good and some days are not so good at least average but there is one thing to consider. I am self-employed and since I have been working on the internet and working as a freelancer I have not felt the desire to find a full-time job.

The Internet is a great resource. Too powerful to say the least.  I can see more opportunities coming on the internet with the introduction of 5G all over the world. Spectrum has a huge, equal playing field for those who are willing to cash in on it with both hands

As a freelancer, one of the most important things that pave the way for your success is time management.

Self-employment is not easy, it requires the same level of time and effort for 9 to 5 jobs.

Time lags carry a lot of weight in disrupting a bad schedule and then you fall into the vicious circle of poor project management. This is because you win new projects but you are unable to deliver the old project on time.

How do we become successful Freelancers?

1. Learning technical skills.
2. Learning communication skills. Written English is very important.
3. A good sales pitch to win projects.
4. Quick response to the client’s messages. Remember, communication is the key.
5. Maintaining a timetable for the project and making sure it is followed closely.
6. Don’t over promise and under deliver. Reverse it.
7. Do not show tantrums in your words. A nice, easy message shows your flexibility as a human.
8. When you get the job done, ask for payment. Don’t feel shy
9. Except for Fiverr, gently ask your client to review your work and give feedback. Fiverr hates this question somehow.
10. Spare time for yourself in a day. Work out
11. Weekends are your family time. Hang out with friends and family.
12. Don’t overeat at work. Maintain a balanced diet.
13. Get a minimum of 7 hours of sleep
14. Do not sit continuously on your seat for over 30 minutes. Take a 5 minutes break. Take a walk or walk a talk.
15. Listen to your favorite thing before you start your work.
16. Write notes when you wrap up the work at the end of the day. See what have you accomplished from overnight notes and what is pending. Prioritize pending tasks the next day.

Conclusion:

Yes, freelancing could help in making some serious money. Yes, you can survive your life on freelance work but you have to be smart enough to schedule the process.