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What do you do if you want to transition from a traditional research career to self-employment?

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Many researchers dream of being their own boss, setting their own schedule, and choosing their own projects. But how do you make the leap from a traditional research career to self-employment? In this article, you will learn some practical tips and strategies to help you transition from a salaried researcher to a freelance, consultant, or entrepreneur.

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1 Assess your skills and goals

The first step to becoming self-employed is to assess your skills and goals. What are your strengths and weaknesses as a researcher? What kind of work do you enjoy and excel at? What are your professional and personal aspirations? How much income do you need to sustain your lifestyle and savings? These questions will help you identify your unique value proposition, your target market, and your desired business model.

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Prasanna Srinivasan Ramalingam

Editor at Oncology Research; CSIR-Senior Research Fellow at Vellore Institute of Technology
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First of all, fix your goal (Mission), and achieve that with your objectives (Vision). Vision can vary from person to person, but mission should not. Set small achievable goals and give a reward to yourself for achieving them, eventually, it will bunch up into achieving a big goal. Dont forget to take feedback from your peers, and don't hesitate to learn something new from any person. This will boost your confidence and strength towards your scientific goals. Access what's your skills and update them regularly to achieve your goals.

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Maria Kristine Villafuerte

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To transition from a traditional research career to self-employment: Assess your skills and expertise to identify viable self-employment opportunities. Develop a business plan outlining your services, target market, and pricing strategy. Build a professional network and establish an online presence to attract clients. Consider freelancing platforms or consulting agencies to find initial projects. Continuously market yourself and adapt to the demands of the self-employment landscape.

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Dr. Anujeet Paul

Cataract & Vitreo-retina Surgeon | Co-founder: Doctors For A Cause | 30+ PubMed Papers + Helping you publish your first paper! ??
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People are looking for convenience and value in the content they are viewing. So if you can teach them something, without having them get up from their couch, they will come to you. To sustain alone, however, there is some amount of ‘beating one’s own drum’ that is necessary. Every solo created finds a niche they are ultimately comfortable with.

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Emily Tissot

Health systems and innovative technologies professional | Health Advocate | Management Professional
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Interview people who have done it. The gig-economy is growing but you have to be highly entrepreneurial and frankly... that is really hard. Bootstrapping is not for everyone and I really believe be honest with yourself about what you want and what you are good at plays a huge role in your success.

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2 Build your network and reputation

The second step to becoming self-employed is to build your network and reputation. As a self-employed researcher, you will rely on your contacts, referrals, and testimonials to find and secure clients and projects. You need to establish yourself as a credible, reliable, and competent researcher in your field and niche. You can do this by attending events, joining online communities, publishing articles, creating a portfolio, and asking for feedback and recommendations.

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3 Find your clients and projects

The third step to becoming self-employed is to find your clients and projects. You need to research the demand and competition for your services, and develop a marketing and sales strategy. You can use various platforms and channels to promote your services, such as your website, social media, blog, podcast, newsletter, or online marketplace. You can also leverage your network and reputation to get referrals and repeat business.

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Dr. Anujeet Paul

Cataract & Vitreo-retina Surgeon | Co-founder: Doctors For A Cause | 30+ PubMed Papers + Helping you publish your first paper! ??
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You will be pleasantly surprised by the number of people who actually need help with the sector you are willing to provide help in. The challenge of course is to find them and this where, patience is a true virtue. Providing a large fraction of your content, value without charging the user and only asking for a premium for a last 10 percent works as well.

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4 Manage your finances and legalities

The fourth step to becoming self-employed is to manage your finances and legalities. You need to set your rates, negotiate your contracts, invoice your clients, track your expenses, pay your taxes, and protect your intellectual property. You also need to budget for your income fluctuations, emergencies, and retirement. You may need to hire an accountant, a lawyer, or other professionals to help you with these tasks.

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5 Learn new skills and tools

The fifth step to becoming self-employed is to learn new skills and tools. As a self-employed researcher, you will need to wear many hats and handle various aspects of your business. You may need to improve your skills in communication, project management, marketing, sales, customer service, and more. You may also need to use new tools and software to streamline your workflow, such as productivity, collaboration, accounting, or design apps.

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6 Balance your work and life

The sixth and final step to becoming self-employed is to balance your work and life . Being self-employed can be rewarding, but also challenging and stressful. You need to set boundaries, prioritize your health and well-being, and avoid burnout. You also need to maintain your social and professional connections, and seek support and advice when needed. You can join a coworking space, a mastermind group, or a mentorship program to network and learn from other self-employed researchers.

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Katie Rodammer, M.H.A.

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Work/life balance is an ever moving target and means different things to different people at different times. There is usually a core reason people want to go from a traditional job to self-employed. Maybe your reason was to spend more time with family, to work more flexible hours, or to specialize in certain projects/fields. The key is to know your “why” and constantly check in with yourself to protect it. It takes discipline and courage to counteract busy seasons with dedicated time to rest, re-assess and recharge. This will ensure your personal and professional goals stay on track. Signed, Someone who learned the hard way

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1 Assess your skills and goals

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