I’ve noticed a trend among people who work a 9-5 job, but desire to one-day own their own business:
They’re scared.
Scared that if they take the leap into the freelance world, they’re going to end up scraping pennies from under their sofa and lose all the job security they took years to build at their current 9-5.
Today, I’m here to tell you why I think that mindset is a little twisted, and, in my experience, incorrect. Want to be a freelancer or business owner, but feel the heebie jeebies about quitting your “safe” career? Well, I think freelancing can actually be a heck of a lot more secure and profitable. Want to know why? Read on, friend.
Before we begin, I want to say two things:
- Freelancing probably won’t be easy at first. You might struggle for a few months. But who doesn’t struggle for a little while as they’re getting used to a new job? I don’t want to make it sound like becoming a successful freelancer is a piece of cake (Pineapple Upside-Down, if you’re taking orders), but you just have to get over the hump.
- If you have a 9-5 that you love, then this post isn’t designed for you. I’m not here to say that everyone should jump ship and start their own business. That…would be madness. But if you feel stuck or bored in your current line of work and yearn to start your own biz, then this post is totally for you, yo.
Cool, so now that we’re on the same page, let’s get crack-a-lackin’. Here’s why I think freelancing can bring you more job security and income than your current career.
1. You create your own ceiling.
This is one of my favorite aspects of freelancing. One of my Strengthsfinder strengths is “Maximizer,” meaning I’m always trying to push my own limits. As a freelancer, there are no limits. At other jobs I’ve worked at, I was glued to the positions I held, even if I felt like I had more potential or was bored with the work I was given. You have to climb up the ladder slowly, and by the time you get to higher positions, you may realize you don’t even like your job or company and have to start nearly from scratch.
With freelancing, you have the power and autonomy to change anything that doesn’t fit your vision. This also creates the potential to earn more money, since you’re in control of how you earn your income. Nowadays, I earn 3-4 times as much each month as I did at any of the other jobs I held previously.
2. What kind of security do you really have?
How do you measure your current job security? By the fact that you get a paycheck every month? Or perhaps because your employer can’t fire you willy nilly? Well, guess what? You’ll have those things as a freelancer, too! Yes, it will take hard work. But (hopefully) it will be work you freakin’ love, so you won’t feel burdened by putting in the extra time when you’re first starting out.
Another thing? I’ve found that being a freelancer has more job security than the other jobs I’ve held. Why? I have a constant flow of clients and I’m always getting new inquiries from other people who would like to work together. I’m not relying on another boss or business to keep me afloat. Many people seem to have the idea that being a freelancer means you’re scraping for work. Unless you’re in the early stages, I haven’t found that to be the case at all. Once you put in the time and build your clientele, it’s likely that you will create a sustainable business that will be around for the long haul.
3. Location independent.
Many freelance jobs are location independent, meaning you can work anywhere in the world — from as close as your local coffee shop to as far as another continent! In fact, I started my business while I was living in Japan. Let’s take a scenario: your partner needs to move for her or his job. At your current job, would that make you unemployed? Would it cause a strain in your relationship with your partner? With freelancing, you rarely have those worries, because location often isn’t very important. In this example, freelancing is much more secure because you’d never be out of a job if you needed to move.
What’s keeping you from making the leap to full-time freelancer?
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The location independent part is one that I love. Yes, I have a centralized base where I live for my particular job, but there is still a lot more freedom of movement than if I had a regular 9-5.
Totally, Stacia! Such a neat component of running your own business.
I would love to be a freelancer but I don’t have any skills that would lend towards it. Totally wish I were as talented as you!
Oh man, if you knew me two years ago, you would have heard me say the same.exact.thing. I honestly just followed my passions/hobbies at the time, and they ended up turning into a job. 🙂
Loved it!
I’m currently in college but I’m also trying to have a part-time job, but is so difficult to have one in my country, that I’m afraid not having ways to maintain my blog. However, this post gave me strenght and will to keep going to work on it.
Thank you, xo
That’s the spirit, Mara! Sounds like you’re in a tough position, so I’m sending you lots of good luck! 🙂 Which country do you live in?
Portugal
Ahh my relatives are from Portugal! 🙂
That’s awesome. Did you ever visit the country?
Not yet, but hopefully one day soon! 🙂
I absolutely love this post! I am working hard toward becoming a freelancer, but I do have some commitments to my current job. It’s hard for me to take the plunge once my commitment is over because of the fear of not succeeding. Thankfully I have a couple of months to give myself a nice cushion before deciding to go freelance.
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I know the feeling, Connie! Since it sounds like you have a couple months left, now would be a great time to start freelancing a little bit on the side in order to get into the swing of things and start working with a few clients. 🙂
I love this, and I totally agree! It is a bit of a struggle at first but it does also depend on how you define your success. Right now, I’m making $10k less than my agency job that I left behind, but I’m also WAY less stressed, crabby and burnt out, and I’m working with clients that I actually love. To me, that’s worth far more than $10k 🙂
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Amen, Anastasia! I totally agree that it’s about how you define success. And working with awesome clients doing what you love is pretty darn priceless. 🙂 And who knows — with enough time, you might ending up making more money than your previous job, too. 🙂
Thank you for this career advise!
I am also considering freelancing.
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Also, what I think is keeping me from taking the leap is that I’m afraid of handling everything on my own.
Hi Vanessa! I would definitely recommend gaining a little experience first, even by doing things for free or cheap to start. 🙂 That will give you more confidence in handling everything on your own, too!
These are such wonderful inspirations! I’m hoping to become a freelancer in the next couple of years, so thank you for the encouragement 🙂
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So glad to encourage, Natalie! 🙂
Really wonderful post. I am currently torn between going full-time freelance or not. I currently have a 9-5 job as a ux/ui designer, but I would love to work full force on my blog and photography. It’s really hard to do all 3 when you are tied to the office m-f for the entire day.
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Ahh that’s definitely tough! Before quitting my previous job, I switched to part-time, which helped a ton! Maybe you could try something like that?
When I started blogging I discovered a bunch of PR, Marketing and freelancing blogs, yours among others. I am in high school but free lancing is my dream. I fell in love with these subjects, mostly SEO and email/social marketing at it gets me so PASSIONATE! I can’t wait until I’m in uni and will have the choice to choose what I want to learn. I read so many posts like this and can’t wait until I can finally work. School stresses me out, makes me anxious and depressed and is just torture for me.. I can’t wait until I become a freelancer and I get excited just thinking about it!!! xx
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That’s awesome to hear, Zoe! There is SO much to look forward to. 🙂
What a cool perspective! I hadn’t thought of it this way, but it’s kind of true. Love it 🙂
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Thank you for this post! I actually can’t wait for the day when I unleash myself from my 9-5 job and pursue my own passions. Little by little I’m working towards that goal. 🙂
That’s awesome Carmen! Good luck to you on that journey! 🙂
My top fear is what if i couldn’t get enough projects to pay my utilities
I totally understand that fear. But my answer would be that you can and you will. I really like believe that! If you start freelancing and have to face the realization that YOU are the only one bringing in your income, you’ll hustle your butt off to make sure you get it done. 🙂
I would try to launch the freelancing while still having a regular job.
Mel~ Hello ♥!
First of all, thank you so much for reminding us the good things about freelancing 🙂
I’m still working very hard on my brand/blog but I feel like this year I found my way; I just need to keep working and working since, as you mentioned, at the beginning we might struggle some time but then we’ll get over the hump 😀
Have a happy and wonderful friday & weekend ♥!
So glad to hear that you’re finding your way, Cori! Isn’t that the best feeling? 🙂
So.. I’m just starting to get into this whole freelancing thing. I work a full time job and have a blog but that’s about it. I saw a spot open for something that fit me perfectly and I applied. Still haven’t heard although it hasn’t been long. But I was wondering if you could share where you find these jobs! I’ve found some sites but being new to the field I’m not really sure who to trust. Thanks!
Hey! What kind of freelancing do you do? I have a website for my graphic design services and potential clients email me if they’re interested. So, I don’t actually find any jobs/clients, they find me! But having a blog and building a readership has helped a lot in building my business! I’d definitely suggest focusing on that at first, which it sounds like you already are! 🙂
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My favorite part is being location independent. BUT, I’m still stuck to one same location because of my boyfriend’s work. Sucks. Badly! But it is nice to know that if I ever need to move, anywhere in the world is fine (as long as I have internet). 🙂
If only your boyfriend was a freelancer too! 😉 But seriously, such a great perk of this job! 🙂
yo yo yo! thaaanks for this inspiring & motivating post! a great reminder for us freelancers, & motivator for someone new, or yet willing to start!
Glad you liked it, Vaida! 🙂
Pumped up after reading this! Can’t wait for that sweet day. 🙂
Woohoo!! I’m excited for you!
Such a great post! Been a freelance marketing consultant for-evah! And teach and train others how to do what I do so they can have the life I have (if that’s what they want). Total freedom. #joy!
Love that! And great pic! 🙂
I love this! I would love to work for myself one day but I have trouble figuring out how I’ll ever get there. My biggest issue is time because I have to start building my business while still working my 9-5. I’m a single mom to a two year old so I just can’t have those months of just scraping by because I have lots of bills and childcare and have to be able to provide for him. I have no doubt it’ll happen, but I feel like that definitely complicates things for me.
Man, that sounds like a tough situation, Chloe! I love that you’re still optimistic about it though. 🙂 Maybe once your baby is a little older and in school, you’ll have more time to work on your business. 🙂
I’ve been reading this article over these last few days because I’m feeling an intense need to take the leap and this is so encouraging! It’s something I’ve wanted to do since I got my day job 2+ years ago, and now everything is so at a peak right now with building clientele and having a grasp on how to run a business. What’s holding me back? To be honest it’s the money and a steady, for sure paycheck. However, my day job drains me to no end, has nowhere for me to grow, and I know freelance would be much more rewarding!
Oh man, I totally know that feeling, Beth! I think we’ve been trained to believe that taking the leap into our own business is less “certain” than being employed by someone else. I honestly feel like if you work hard (which I’m sure you do!), then that is a total myth.
Could you start by going part-time with your current job for 1-2 months? That way, you can really begin working on your business and bring in enough money to feel confident about being able to do so for the long haul. 🙂
You can always land jobs as a freelancer! You land your own jobs and set up your own hourly rate and the only thing keeping you away from earning money as a freelancer is your fear. For all the commentators here who say they would be glad to start freelancing but are afraid or insecure: there’s no reason to be!
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The biggest thing that would keep me from this is the journey in the beginning and the health insurance + benefits. How do freelancers get their health insurance? And let’s be real, after Obama leaves office, the Affordable Care Act is going right out the window.
I can’t speak for all freelancers, but I pay for my own health insurance. It’s really not that much money! 🙂
This is something that scares me too… the health insurance! Do you just pick your own plan? Is it comparable to the ones offered by traditional jobs?
Yes and yes! 🙂 It actually is a lot less scary than you might think. Health insurance websites are pretty easy to understand, so picking the right plan for your needs isn’t too difficult. You can always switch your plan the next year, too, if you find you need more or less coverage.
Thanks for this! Its something that I have been wondering about
Anytime! 🙂 If it helps, I have a medium-level plan with no real health issues and it costs $150/month.
Thanks! This helps
I LOVE the freedom that freelancing/blogging affords! I still have a part-time job outside of the home, but I like that when we move..I don’t have to frantically search for a job. I can even blog about the move! 😉
Isn’t that the best?! haha and seriously, moving even gives you content to blog about — love that!
LOVE that post! Becoming a freelancer was the best decision I ever made indeed. 🙂 It was the way to HAPPINESS and FREEDOM of course!
Heck yes!! 🙂
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I really want to freelance, but have no clue where to even start, or what to do! I’m interested in style consulting, but I need a spin that no one else has. We shall see.
Ohh very awesome, Tiffany! By the looks of your Instagram that I so happily have been perusing through, it seems like you already have a lot of what “no one else has.” You’re creative, spunky, and colorful — I love it! I think if you hone in on the values you have in your own style, you might be able to find a way to convey it to potential clients in a digestible way. In any case, I think you’d be a GREAT style consultant. 🙂
Wow thanks! That means a lot coming from someone who inspires me so much!
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good post
I’ve tried Freelancer and Odesk but have had no success with them so far. I feel that the first and most crucial step in those platforms is getting that first positive testimonial. Most of my freelance work are from writing articles for various lifestyle and wellness publications.
Good for you for putting yourself out there! Do you have a website and business of your own that you get clients through? I’d highly recommend that as a more lucrative option.
I do have a website but I don’t have a business yet. I’m still thinking of a product or a service which I can eventually integrate with my website. Thanks.
Yes, I do. I’m working on that now. Thanks!
At least you have made the first step, and tried putting yourself on those sites.
Yes. Thanks.
great article
Excellent article
I absolutely love your blog! So many useful articles.
Thank you Monica! That means so much! 🙂
First off, great post and blog. You have so much helpful info on here. Going freelance is the goal I’ve started working towards. My 9-5 job is so uninspiring and I’d much rather be doing design and branding for others as well as be my own boss 🙂
Thank you Amanda! That’s awesome that you want to start freelancing. You definitely won’t regret it. 🙂
This is a great post. I’ve done some freelance writing and my dream is to be a full-time freelancer. I truly agree with you and I believe that freelancing is more secure than full-time job since as a freelancer you always know exactly where you are and what you need to do right now. If you work in a company, you can’t do much when the business is slow.
Very true!
well said
I would love to freelance full time, however, it just doesn’t seem feasible right now. I was laid off from my job last fall and thought it would be a good time to start freelancing (I am a photographer) but it didn’t/hasn’t been working out. I ended up moving back home and will be starting a new 9-5 in a few weeks (as a photo editor). I feel apprehensive about being in an office again–dealing with office politics, worrying that I will say/do the wrong thing, worrying that I will stay stagnant and stuck, worrying that I might be laid off again–but the alternative is being broke and not being able to afford some much-needed health insurance, even with the reduced costs thanks to the affordable care act, unfortunately.
I tried freelancing when I moved back home five months ago but I have only landed one freelance assignment and I’m approaching day 90 of not getting paid.
I should be excited about starting another job, but I feel stuck and trapped. But at the same time, it’s been really difficult to find clients and get started (yes, I’ve been going to networking events, getting/giving out business cards, scheduling coffee dates, following up with brief, concise emails, sending my portfolio and mailers to several publications, websites, apparel stores, restaurants, etc. to no avail), especially when you lack the capital to start. I’m well aware there’s no such thing as real job security but I would also like to see a discussion of the challenges that come when trying to build a client base, dealing with nonpayment, watching your savings and unemployment checks dry up until you are left with no choice but to go back to a 9 to 5. I would also like to see a discussion of how much of a privilege it is for some people to freelance and pursue their dreams because not everyone has the privilege to afford to pursue their dreams and go freelance in the first place.
Hi Dee! Those are great post suggestions, and I definitely think they’re things that people need help with. Like you, I started my business with no money, so I definitely understand the desire to start a business without hefty up-front expenses.
I’m sorry that your freelance business didn’t pan out at first. I definitely think that with some tweaking to your approach, you can still create a full-time business. It’s difficult, but possible. Did you create a website when running your business? Also, which types of clients were you trying to attract?
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Awesome! Inspiring and definitely true. Working as freelance is a hole adventure. Sometimes could be frustrating not watch the results but in log term is the best way to know how persistent and passionate about your job are you. Thanks for this post! Your blog is amazing, i discovered few days ago and now I can’t stop to read it!! Congrats!
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I’m so glad you’re feeling the same way, Ana Maria. 🙂 And thank you! Very glad you enjoy the blog.
This is a fab post. I have gone freelance full time now and I have been slightly worried but this post has inspired.
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First of all, congrats on going freelance full time! That’s awesome. It can be tough at first, but has SO much potential to be the best thing, ever. 🙂
I am currently working on plans to become a freelance writer, so this post was very helpful and timely. You tell it like it is and I genuinely appreciate that. Thank you!
Thank you Abby! Glad you liked it 🙂
Thank you for this post! I’m only 18 but I’ve actually started thinking about starting my own business through my blog. The 9-5 has never appealed to me and I’m such a perfectionist and self motivator that I believe I could make my dream a reality in the next few years. – Juliet from http://www.thelittlejewelsoflife.com
Hey Juliet! Thank you for your sweet comment! How awesome that you’re so young and already thinking starting your own business. You inspired me, girl!
Wonderful post. Thank you !
Regarding your last question, I’m more afraid about the money. I’m building my part time freelance job since 4 month, I only had a few contract, so not enough to pay my bills. Of course, I can be fired everyday, but if I quit my job now (by my own decision), I won’t have some help from ” the state” (here in belgium it works like this, if you want money from unemployement, you “need” to get fired).
So I do my best every evening after my 9-5 job, and every week end to build my company. I’m glad to read that the beginings are hard, because I’m getting a little bit discouraged since a few days ^^
Hopefully, one day I’ll fly away 😉
I totally feel you and completely understand, Odile! It really can be difficult, especially at first when the money isn’t coming in right away. Hang in there and keep working hard! You will be running your own kick butt freelance business before you know it! 🙂
This is so true! I’m still in school, but have been freelancing for the last year as a copywriter. I’ve been bouncing between clients, and they always appear when I need them. Now I have my student loan to fall back on, so it’s kinda safe, but I do worry sometimes about what will happen when I finish school. But I know that I now can charge three times as much as I did six months ago, and love that I can say no if I don’t have the time.
But what I’d really love to hear is how to approach new clients. I guess there might be some cultural differences, but a client is a client I guess! I do wonder how to do that. Now I get all jobs thorugh people who reccomend me, but I’d love to be able to aproach someone in a segment I’d like to work in. Maybe you already have a post on that you could link me? 😀
I have been working freelance for years now and I’m enjoying it but I’m a bit scared now, too. I know, everything will be okay, but every start is difficult and now I’m at a start, I’m changing my niche and my platform. Plus the language. It’s scary, but exciting-scary, not worry-ing scary 😀
Exciting scary is the best! Just have faith in yourself and you’ll see how awesome everything will turn out, Noemi 🙂
I currently have a 9 to 5 job, but to add variety to what I do in the office and enrich my skillset, I do freelance writing and editing gigs on the side. The key, I realized, is simply proper time management and only taking up offers that I know my schedule can handle.
The right choice is about knowing what you want.
Well said, thanks so much!
I’m still currently working 9 to 5, but trying to build my business on the side. This is an interesting way of thinking. I never thought of freelancing to have more security than a 9 to 5. The two main things that are preventing me from leaping are fear of failure and finances. Although my mentor pointed out that it’s difficult to create a full-time income in the beginning when you are working part-time hours.
Making the leap into full-time freelancing is not for everyone but some people need to make that type of commitment in order to make it happen. If you can and are willing to build your business on the side while working a 9-5, then by all means stick to it and keep on keepin’ on my friend 🙂
Melyssa you are totally gonna make me burn the boats and quit my day job. This article just confirmed everything I’ve been day dreaming about lately!
Hey Rochelle! I’m so glad this post helped inspire you to take control of your future! Best of luck and please keep me posted on your progress 🙂
How do you know who to freelance for? Do you pitch to a certain genre/crowd? I don’t feel “good enough” but want to shut up that foul self-talk, quit whining, and try something!
It depends on what services you offer but if you put yourself out there and advertise your skills, people will ask for quotes or samples of your work. Once you get to a place where you have plenty of clients, then you can ask yourself who you want to freelance for but if you’re just starting out, I would recommend building up your portfolio first. Good luck! 🙂
Great advice, thanks Melyssa. Love your work. I have about 100 of your posts pinned to my computer desktop right now #hahaha.
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I have been freelancing since August 2016 and I wouldn’t trade it for the world. I have had my difficult points, sure, but I’ve kept at it through thick and thin. I can’t see myself going back to a corporate job once I leave the one I am currently at. I want a freedom lifestyle where I am fulfilling my own dreams instead of someone else’s. How else could I do that? 🙂
Amen! Best of luck to you, Lisa! Please do keep me posted on your progress. 🙂
Spot on, Melyssa! Fear is definitely my biggest hindrance. Coming in second and third are my introversion and perfectionism. I’ll make the plunge one of these days, though. Thank you for sharing so much inspiration daily!
Thank you for your kind words, Erika! Fear is absolutely one of the #1 hindrances stopping people from leaping from their 9-5. I know you can do it though, even if just to try it out and see how it goes! 🙂 Nothing has to be permanent, which inspires me to try things as often as possible, even if I’m nervous!