I Became My Own Boss Because I Had To–Here’s What It’s Taught Me

Get the Full StoryOver a third of freelancers don’t choose self-employment. Here’s how these accidental “solopreneurs” found success after layoffs, startup failure, and loss.

Some people dip their toes into self-employment slowly. They take their time. They plan it out–for years, even–before finally quitting their day jobs to work for themselves. But while steadily, deliberately building your solo portfolio or startup idea on the side can make the transition easier, some people do it much more abruptly. Many first-time “solopreneurs” are simply people who’ve been fired, laid off, or have to deal with an illness–whether their own or in their families–and that can sharply dial up the pressure on learning how to support yourself.Read Full Story

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