Tips for the Newly Self-employed

It is that time of year again. There’s a warmth in the air (known mostly as humidity) and a spring in the students’ steps (mostly from nervous bouncing). It is also the time I get lots of visits from students wondering what the heck they’re supposed to do next.

Beth Farrar, a recent and successful grad, posted a link earlier today to a blog post about freelancing that’s well worth spending some time on. It isn’t so much about how to do it as it is about whether you should go that route or not. There are two parts, so start with the “20 Reasons You Shouldn’t Be a Freelancer” and then head over to “How to Overcome 20 Reasons Not to Be a Freelancer.“