If you’re looking for flexibility and autonomy in your work, consider becoming a freelancer by following these steps.

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Working freelance can be exciting and stressful. You don’t have the same job security as someone employed full time with a salary and benefits. You might not know where you will receive your next ...

You have the skills. You have the desire. You have the persistence, work ethic, and belief in yourself required to start your own business and become a successful freelancer. But what you don’t have ...

Josephine Sabin is the Marketing Manager for DesignCrowd. Being a freelancer is one of the most flexible jobs in the world, especially since it means being your own boss and creating your own hours.

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