How to start freelancing and what you can expect - with Greg Kihlström of CareerGig

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#080 - CareerGig co-founder Greg Kihlström gives an insight into what life is like working as a freelancer and the upsides and downsides associated with this ever-growing form of self-employment.What you'll learn[01:12] Greg introduces CareerGig and how it helps freelancers.[03:15] Greg explains how he got into the industry.[06:15] Defining the term ‘freelancer’.[07:08] The similarities and differences between consulting and freelancing.[10:05] Industries which are particularly well suited to freelancing.[13:19] The upsides and downsides to being a freelancer.[14:26] The freedom of freelancing.[15:25] How you can control how much you earn through freelancing.[16:38] How freelancers can dictate their terms.[18:37] Collaborating with other freelancers.[19:46] Understanding your own abilities to be able to reject jobs.[21:25] Networking and making long-lasting relationships. [25:10] Personality traits that translate well to freelancing.[27:45] Positioning yourself as part of a team while freelancing.[29:47] Planning for your transition into freelancing.[30:22] Looking at the impact of financial crises on traditional jobs.For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/how-to-start-freelancing-and-what-you-can-expect/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.