Why people who want to become freelancers will have a hard time engaging in the virtual world?
By Barbara Carubio
Some people want to explore or try new things to learn and enhance their passions and skills. It is a long journey, and it takes courage, discipline, and belief in yourself. Also, there are a lot of employees who want to jump from corporate to the virtual world. What are the possible reasons that some employees have a hard time entering the virtual world? Check this out!
- You are not prepared
You can’t say that “Okay, I want to become a freelancer now!”. Before everything else, you need to prepare yourself and take action. List down the possible skills that you already expert or mastered, what will be the services that you will offer to your future clients, your salary range, your working hours, and also you will list possible platforms that you want to showcase your skills.
- Ask someone
It’s tough to get someone to trust either the corporate or virtual world. But in the case of the virtual world, it requires more trust in both parties. Ask someone who already has experience in freelancing, and take note of his/her advice. LinkedIn also is a great platform to build connections.
- Portfolio
To get the trust of your prospective client, you must show them that you’re the perfect person that they are looking for.
LinkedIn is one of the most popular platforms when it comes to applying for a new job, finding new clients, etc. Yeah! Build your LinkedIn profile.
- Workspace
One of the essential equipment when you want to be a freelancer. It would help if you had your personal computer or laptop, a headset, a comfortable desk and chair.
- Reliable internet
Yes! This is a must. Some of the companies require 5mbps above, and another pocket wifi in case of a power outage.
