{"id":38913,"date":"2020-09-24T13:07:24","date_gmt":"2020-09-24T17:07:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.andysowards.com\/blog\/?p=38913"},"modified":"2020-10-12T13:50:38","modified_gmt":"2020-10-12T17:50:38","slug":"how-to-kickstart-your-freelance-career-when-you-have-a-full-time-job","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.andysowards.com\/blog\/2020\/how-to-kickstart-your-freelance-career-when-you-have-a-full-time-job\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Kickstart Your Freelance Career When You Have a Full-time Job"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The gig economy has been growing exponentially over the last several years. In 2017, 55 million Americans<\/a> worked as freelancers or contractors in the gig economy, and that number has only continued to grow. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, more people than ever are considering ways in which they can start a side hustle or begin a career as a freelancer if they lost their jobs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But, many people who still have full-time jobs also think about becoming freelancers, and there are plenty of reasons why. Working as a contractor allows you more flexibility. You can set your own hours, work with the clients you want, and the money you can earn is virtually limitless as long as you build up a steady client base. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are some potential drawbacks and risks. Freelancers often have to save money<\/a> or limit themselves to a budget when they\u2019re first starting out. It can take a while to find repeat clients. You will also have to pay for your own healthcare insurance. But, most people love the idea of being their own boss. So, the risks outweigh the rewards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re still in a full-time job but you want to become a freelancer, there are a few things you can put in motion to make it happen. A good rule of thumb is not to fully dive into freelancing until you know you\u2019re going to be able to make a living. While it might feel as though you\u2019re working two full-time jobs for a while, they payoff will be worth it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, how can you develop a successful freelance career when you still have a fulltime job? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make Measurable Goals<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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20 QUICK TIPS FOR ASPIRING FREELANCERS<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s not enough to just say that you want to become a freelancer. You need to have tangible, realistic goals and expectations. They should be written down almost as a sort of \u2018business plan\u2019 for yourself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important to think of yourself that way when you become a freelancer. Essentially, you will be your own business and brand. So, what do you want to accomplish? If you don\u2019t have goals in mind, you\u2019ll have a hard time feeling like you\u2019re moving forward as a freelancer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Obviously, your goals will be personal to your needs and desires. But, some common goals to consider include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n