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hello
My journey so far
university
Clothing
ProMotion
event organisation
internshiP / freelanCing
Current Business
Why aM i telling you this?
from my experience the pathway towards working for yourself is very random. some of the least likely conversations and ideas can lead to the biggest rewards, whilst the opposite can be said in that something you truly believe in and invest your time (and money) in can fail.
it’s rarely easy, but it’s nearly always rewarding.
freelanCe vs Business
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usually part-time work
irregular, random projects
huge competition to chase a project
Constant battle to justify price (undercutting and overseas fees very low)
lack of understanding of client and target market if sourcing online
Cost is often most important driving factor for clients
(My exPerienCe)
then:
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full time desk job
Consistant, targeted work
recommendations & word of mouth advertising brings the work to you
set price structure
Clear understanding of who your client is and why they can benifit from your business
you define the usP of your business and the reasons it benifits the client
noW:
(My exPerienCe)
a tyPiCal ProjeCt Model
unPaid, essential tasks
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the ability to pick and choose exactly how and when you work.
setting your own time schedule.
greater experience.
a huge sense of pride and achievement.
excitement of the unknown.
Making every penny you own!
Pros:
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rarely a 45 hour week. Be prepared to work overtime.
very hard to get away from the business completely.
no security. if the work doesn’t come in you don’t get paid.
Can take over your life. Make sure you allow for your spare time!
Cons:
sound good?
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spend as little money as possible and research as much as you can!
enroll in a similar programme to headstart at the hive. (this is where it all began for me).
say yes to as much as possible!
let your idea adapt and evolve so that you do not ‘pigeon hole’ yourself.
always ask for the advice and opinions of others. don’t be too precious with your ideas.
set yourself s.M.a.r.t targets and goals for both the short and longterm (i find breaking down work in to lists and crossing tasks off as i go extremely useful)
What to do next
Most iMPortantly
have fun!
