I’ve decided to make it official. Yes, I’ve decided to do this freelance writing thing full-time. HAH. I have two main reasons for finally doing this: one, I am actually enjoying this writing thing even if it hasn’t paid me much (yet!); and two, I can’t imagine myself going back to the corporate world and I realized that I don’t have to. I just need to make a few adjustments to my schedule and perspective to turn this little hobby into my real job.
So you know I already have a few writing gigs on oDesk, which is really cool because it gives me a little bit of variety in terms of writing assignments. I also just signed up as a freelance writer with a local company. I get paid based on how much I’ve done and I can work anywhere – at home or at their Ortigas office. I just started so I’m still in the process of getting a feel for the system and all that, but eventually I will be able to control the number of assignments I get. So basically the amount of work I have to do and how much I want to earn is pretty much up to me. WOOHOO! No work, no pay. Hah. Welcome to the freelancer’s world, eh? :P
Aaand that’s where I’m at right now. Operation Jump is off to a good start. I think. Yayyyy.
Good Job, Leur! That’s something I would want to do eventually. For now, let you know if I need a freelancer.:D
ohh i love your job..how did you start on being a freelance writer? i heard Odesk really helps but i don’t know how. share..=)
We have the same job! I’ve been writing online for about four or five years now full-time. :) Hope it goes well for you, too. If you need any tips, just let me know!
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Good luck on the career move, I admire that you’re doing what you love and want even if it can be challenging. Wish you the best with your new job.
great news, good luck!
Thanks, everyone! Woohoo! :P
sabi nga nila, ’til you’re fully committed..don nalang magsisimula lahat. kudos for fully committing lei. I’ve been a half-baked entrepreneur for four years…good thing I made the jump! 2012 and leaps. I love it!
Congratulations, Lei! I might have to ask for advise soon about Odesk. Ehe.
Buona fortuna! :)
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That’s so awesome, good luck on this endeavor! :D
What exciting news, hopefully you can keep us updated on how this all goes for you :)
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Dana
This is exciting–I know you’re going to do great!
Thanks, Shy! :)
Welcome to the club, Lei :) I’m very confident that with your talent, you are gonna be successful online. I’m very happy for you. I’ve quit my day job since June 2011 and online work has taken care of me and my family ever since. And it’s been good :) I know you can do more!