The Writing Life
The words “freelancer,” “solopreneur,” and “remote work” can conjure images of people sprawled on couches and beds. Clad in their pajamas, they’re busy at work on laptops and mobile devices. It’s three in the afternoon.
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People get work for three reasons or, at least, two out of three reasons: their work is good; they’re easy to get along with; and they deliver the work on time. – Neil Gaiman, “Make Good Art”
If you’re a business owner or entrepreneur, you have a vision for your company. You cherish it. You might coddle it (I hope not.). You try to keep it safe. You try to make it a reality.
I decided to pose my question about freelancing and entrepreneurship* on various social networks. I’ve received a variety of responses. Some of them have been detailed and included links to the Small Business Administration and other resources. Other responders have argued that freelancers are entrepreneurs and suggested that my problem is one of perception.