{"id":1148,"date":"2022-09-28T09:24:17","date_gmt":"2022-09-27T20:24:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marketingwebsite.afirmo.com\/nz\/?p=1148"},"modified":"2023-05-23T07:16:08","modified_gmt":"2023-05-22T19:16:08","slug":"the-ultimate-guide-to-becoming-a-freelancer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.afirmo.com\/nz\/resources\/the-ultimate-guide-to-becoming-a-freelancer\/","title":{"rendered":"The ultimate guide to becoming a freelancer"},"content":{"rendered":"

People go freelancing for all sorts of reasons and they provide a vast range of services. Increasing connectivity over the last few decades has seen online and remote businesses flourish. Gig working has proven beneficial for both freelancers and their customers. Even large organisations have found they can often be more nimble and cost effective by hiring skilled freelancers for specific projects, rather than hiring permanent employees. And finally, the explosion in remote working due to Covid-19 has shown everyone that a freelance-style environment can offer significant benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n

The main types of freelancing<\/b><\/h2>\n

A freelancer is typically someone who sells their services on a time or job basis, rather than working for an employer.\u00a0 Freelancers can be working for several customers at the same time or on an in-house contract for a specified period. Some start freelancing while still in full or part-time employment, while for others freelancing is all they do.<\/span><\/p>\n

Computer-based jobs – such as graphic design, different types of writing, online marketing, and software or web development – feature strongly when it comes to freelance work. But freelancers also work in customer-facing roles like retail sales, tech support and hospitality, often providing on-call support when additional staff are required.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re good at what you do and your skills are in demand, freelancing might well work for you. This ebook is designed to help you validate that assumption and plan for a successful start.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The pros and cons of freelancing<\/b><\/h2>\n

Freelancing can have enormous appeal, but it can also be very demanding and stressful. Here\u2019s a brief summary of the main pros and cons, to help you start planning with a balanced view.<\/span><\/p>\n

Advantages of freelancing<\/b><\/h3>\n