WARNING: This post will contain hurtful words. So if you are a sensitive she-male, then stop reading immediately.This topic is all about the sad truth of the freelancing world.
You have probably found this page because you have just started to do freelance work and shit that's similar to that. Now, you are probably looking up for some little tips from the pros on how to be successful on this field so let me give my two cents in.
1. You have to be extremely talented whatever that is your doing. Average is not enough. If you're average, then just go home, look for a job online or walk-in to companies and get a stable job.
2. You have to be as patient as shit
3. You must have a never-ending drive to learn stuff and shit on your own.
4. A decent internet connection.
Do I even need to justify my points? Ok then. I'll be doing this by paragraph.
To be successful in the freelancing field, you must be really great, almost perfect. Average will not get you anywhere aside from a few small-time projects. But if you are also number 3, then it would work. But I'm telling you now, that there's a few people who's number 3.
Patience! Ah, fuck waiting. It's hard to be patient when you're doing all this freelance stuff (samples to show prospected clients). When I was in freelancing there were times that I tell myself "What the hell? I have been working my ass off doing all these samples and promoting this shit online and contacting possible clients but there's still no feedbacks or any shit. Should I stop doing this nonsense?" Of course at first I was still a little optimistic. But as the time passed, I decided to drop the ball and as you all know, I am now the "Corporate Sellout".
Why is a never-ending drive to learn stuff important? It's because time flies by so fast, new techniques and shit in your filed is developing every now and then. With that said, you must always be in the know of what's hot and what's not. Clients are also aware of trends mind you.
Lastly, most freelance stuff are best promoted online. Plus a lot more of other stuffs like talking to clients, creating facebook pages, twitters about this shit and stuff. That's why you need an internet connection.
So with that, I know that I've shared a piece of my knowledge. I am confident that you've learned something new from me, the "Corporate Sellout". You're welcome.
Sunday, January 27, 2013
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Let Me Introduce Myself!
Good day,
My name is Mike. I am in my early 20s and I am currently working for a desktop publishing company. I work nine hours a day, five days a week. Things have been pretty steady so far but you know what? If a year a go, you told me that I should work at a company, I would've thought that you are the most stupid person I know.
Before I entered this corporate job, I have dreamt of being an independent freelancer as a web developer. I hated the idea of a corporate job. It ties you down and makes you stagnant. Because of that reasoning, I worked hard day and night to hone my skills. So there I was, very enthusiastic and driven on getting my first client. I contacted my friends and colleagues, built up my own website and all that shit. After a few months, I realized that my hard work is paying off as I am able to get clients and save up some money.
But then, even though I was able to earn some cash, I noticed that I still can't buy the things that I want. That can only mean one thing: "That I am not earning enough money". So I analyzed deeply and asked myself "How can I make more money?". But no matter how hard I think, I can't seem to find a way out of this. But then..
Suddenly, the idea of a corporate job doesn't sound so bad as long as I'll be working in a field in which I am able to apply my skills. Finally, I decided to look for a job on the internet. After three months time, I was already hired.
At first, I thought "Oh sure, I just need to show up here, share my talents and I'll get paid at a monthly basis". But boy I was wrong. These companies really value the people that they hire. I was surprised because aside from my monthly salary, there's also allowance (which cuts the tax), a medical benefit and a lot of other freebies. Aside from that, fun activities and events are here and there.
Nowadays, I hugely believe in companies and the idea of a corporate job. I am proud to say that from a dreamer, I came down to reality and became a corporate sellout. And yes, I am not ashamed to say that I am a corporate sellout.
And with this blog, I will tell you all the differences of being a corporate sellout vs a struggling independent freelancer. Not only that, I will also tell stories all about the corporate world! Until then.
My name is Mike. I am in my early 20s and I am currently working for a desktop publishing company. I work nine hours a day, five days a week. Things have been pretty steady so far but you know what? If a year a go, you told me that I should work at a company, I would've thought that you are the most stupid person I know.
Before I entered this corporate job, I have dreamt of being an independent freelancer as a web developer. I hated the idea of a corporate job. It ties you down and makes you stagnant. Because of that reasoning, I worked hard day and night to hone my skills. So there I was, very enthusiastic and driven on getting my first client. I contacted my friends and colleagues, built up my own website and all that shit. After a few months, I realized that my hard work is paying off as I am able to get clients and save up some money.
But then, even though I was able to earn some cash, I noticed that I still can't buy the things that I want. That can only mean one thing: "That I am not earning enough money". So I analyzed deeply and asked myself "How can I make more money?". But no matter how hard I think, I can't seem to find a way out of this. But then..
Suddenly, the idea of a corporate job doesn't sound so bad as long as I'll be working in a field in which I am able to apply my skills. Finally, I decided to look for a job on the internet. After three months time, I was already hired.
At first, I thought "Oh sure, I just need to show up here, share my talents and I'll get paid at a monthly basis". But boy I was wrong. These companies really value the people that they hire. I was surprised because aside from my monthly salary, there's also allowance (which cuts the tax), a medical benefit and a lot of other freebies. Aside from that, fun activities and events are here and there.
Nowadays, I hugely believe in companies and the idea of a corporate job. I am proud to say that from a dreamer, I came down to reality and became a corporate sellout. And yes, I am not ashamed to say that I am a corporate sellout.
And with this blog, I will tell you all the differences of being a corporate sellout vs a struggling independent freelancer. Not only that, I will also tell stories all about the corporate world! Until then.
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