Rammy Blue
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Added to everyone else’s comments, I’ve done it a couple of times in setting up successful businesses, and I’ve seen plenty of people fail at it too.So after many years of working for one employer I am getting itchy feet and considering going freelance.
Having spoken to my boss I think I can negotiate a deal where I keep them on as a client, which gives me a bit of financial security while I do some business development and get other clients on board (hopefully!)
I was wondering if anyone on here could advise on the in's and out's. It's a brave new world for me!
My industry is marketing / digital / campaign management for the entertainment and events industries. There's not much in the way of equipment or capital I'd need to invest really. I can do my job mostly from a laptop and an iPhone..
I haven't 100% decided on it yet, just looking into it. I like the idea of working with a few different people on different things and being my own boss.
One of the most important elements, without stating the obvious, is business development and consequently can you “sell”? Lots of people out there who are good at what they do but just can’t get the customers. My current business is web design & internet marketing, so not too dissimilar to you, but I’m a shit hot salesman (if I don’t say so myself) so getting customers is the easy part for me and I have others who do the techy stuff, however I come across lots and lots of good web designers who go solo but then haven’t got the personality or ability to bring the new business in.