How to Start Freelancing: Tips for navigating self-employment

Our speakers

Maureen Horan

Maureen Horan Freelance Graphic Designer

Travis Tyler

Travis Tyler Sr. Digital Content Producer

A lot of people aspire to be their own boss. But becoming self-employed comes with challenges that can be hard to overcome. Maureen Horan, a brilliant branding expert and graphic artist, joins the Customer Engagement Lab to share her tips on how to successfully attract and retain clients during your first year as a full-time freelancer. 

 

In this episode, you’ll learn about:

  • How and when to make the leap to being 100% self-employed
  • The top mistakes to avoid when working with your first clients
  • Tips for handling vacations, sick-days, and overworking