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Hi there. It’s Prisca, bringing you this week’s edition of HeadSTart.
Freelancing is quite common in my industry, and while I like my job, I’ve sometimes wondered if being my own boss will be an ideal career path instead. The flexibility that comes with being a freelancer is certainly appealing, but I’m not sure if I can live with worrying about when the next pay cheque will arrive.
It’s great to know that several freelancers whom my colleague Teo Kai Xiang spoke to have no regrets. A couple of them left their corporate jobs to be self-employed, for reasons such as better work-life balance and giving their all to ventures they find rewarding.
However, their journey has not been a bed of roses. A top concern is the lack of protection and benefits compared with someone in full-time employment. If you’re thinking about striking out on your own, this one’s for you.
Are you a freelancer, and how do you cope with the challenges it brings? Tell me more at headstart@sph.com.sg and have a good week ahead!
Source: ST HeadSTart: Working as a freelancer – is it worth it?
