Freelancing may sound cool. It’s fun and gives you freedom, right? I mean that’s the idea. The laptop lifestyle. Relax and work from the beach. Well, being a freelancer is a bit more than that actually.
1. Successful freelancers have a mission and vision, not just a to-do list
2. Successful freelancers are able to live without immediate or positive feedback
3. Successful freelancers know when to listen to their clients and when to ignore them
4. Successful freelancers have clear goals
5. Successful freelancers have a positive attitude
6. Successful freelancers expect their clients to succeed, but don’t take it personally if they don’t
7. Successful freelancers have a sense of humor
8. Successful freelancers use email and client communication smartly
9. Successful freelancers know how to take risks
10. Successful freelancers are consistent
11. Successful freelancers are reflective
12. Successful freelancers seek out a mentor for themselves
13. Successful freelancers practice and commit to building relationships with other freelancers
14. Successful freelancers enjoy their work
15. Successful freelancers adapt to client’s needs without becoming a doormat
16. Successful freelancers welcome change in their business and work life
17. Successful freelancers take time to explore new tools & build skills
18. Successful freelancers know that client work is often linked with emotional & psychological support
19. Successful freelancers are comfortable with the unknown
20. Successful freelancers are not threatened by other freelancers
21. Successful freelancers bring fun into their workday
22. Successful freelancers think outside the box and about the big picture
23. Successful freelancers get in the client roll once in awhile
24. Successful freelancers push beyond their limits
25. Successful freelancers are masters of their industry
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Looks like I’ve got some work to do if I ever want to become a freelancer. These are really great tips!