Freelance Fashion vs Full-Time Jobs

It's so good to know that we have options in the work world. Depending on our desires at a specific time in our work life we can choose to either work full-time or freelance. Both has it's pros and cons. I'd like to share some of the benefits from my experiences.

Freelance Pros:
-Flexibility: Great to do when you need the flexibility to work on your own projects, meet clients and exhibit or attend shows.
-Focused: Most freelance jobs are very specific so, you don't have to juggle too many tasks that you are not assigned to do.
-Exposure: Working at different jobs builds your experience of working in various computer systems and, job cultures more quickly than at a full-time permanent job.
-Insurance: Health insurance may be available through your freelance agency.

Freelance Cons:
-Pay: Income may not be steady depending on how aggressive one is in finding work (includes working outside of the freelance agencies)


Full-Time Pros:
-Pay: Great for "continuous" pay (as long as your position is needed). You may earn enough to have the money you need to continuously fund your projects if necessary.
-Growth: Career growth and build relationships based on your interest in moving forward with your company.
-Insurance: Most likely to have health insurance options.

Full-Time Cons:
-Time Consuming: Definitely time consuming which includes, time dedicated to the full work day plus any over-time and, commuting back and forth to a job. This may or may not become a challenge in working on your own projects depending on how organized and determined one is.

Share your own pros and cons of working freelance and full-time by posting a comment here.

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I haven't posted in a month. I knew that it was a while ago but, I did not realize that it has been this long. What have I been up to? Well juggling my business and freelancing in the fashion industry up until early February. My freelance job ended and I've been focusing on the business full-time. It's great because, the business has been good since December. I'm excited to be giving my 100% focus to my dream and goal. I love designing fashion accessories, costing my product, shipping to my customers and following up with them.

What happens when you put your full time and energy into a dream? I think, ultimate achievement and happiness. This is when you can be yourself all of the time and let your true talents shine. When I was freelancing I felt guilty about not putting enough time and energy into my business.

The snake necklace that I offer has been doing extremely well so now, I'm offering it in two sizes. I'm also excited because, I now offer it in black which is my favorite. I did not design this necklace but, I absolutely love it. You can also wear it as a bracelet. It's a fun piece to own.

I'll keep you posted on what's going on with New York Accents business wise this year and of course, I'll interview associates in the industry and post about other topics of interest regarding a design career.

Enjoy,
Kali

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