This is part 3 of a 4 part blog series about becoming self employed.
Read part 1: https://www.inspiringportfoliocareers.com/how-do-i-become-self-employed-part-1/
Read part 2: https://www.inspiringportfoliocareers.com/how-do-i-become-self-employed-part-2/
Both Peter and I have run our own businesses for many years. I (Rachel) have spent many more years doing my own thing than being employed. In 2021, it will be 24 years.
Here are 10 tips
- Follow up is key – don’t waste effort going for the ‘new shiny thing’
- Be clear on your attitude to risk
- Adopt smart tech to work expediently and plan IT reviews and updates
- Create a financial ‘cushion’ for quiet times
- Design your business and working environment around your personality type e.g. extrovert or introvert
- Make the most of the quiet months (August/December/January) to think and plan, don’t worry that it is quiet – it is a gift!
- Utilise the support of a Virtual PA – play to your strengths
- Be honest with yourself – what do you really want, rather than what you think you should do?
- Know the key words for your specialism – use Google Keyword planner
- Define your personal brand and personal brand assets, e.g. avatar – this is increasingly important in the digital age
What tips would you add?
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Read about some of our clients and how they became self-employed.
Starting a charity: https://www.inspiringportfoliocareers.com/starting-a-charity/
From insurance to being a piano tutor: https://www.inspiringportfoliocareers.com/from-insurance-to-being-a-piano-tutor/
Contact us to arrange your free 20 minute meeting to explore what would be useful for you: https://www.inspiringportfoliocareers.com/contact-us/