4 Reasons Not to Start a Freelance Writing Business

Obviously, I’m a fan of the webpreneur lifestyle and helping others start their own freelance writing businesses.

So why then would I give you four reasons not to do it? Because it’s not for everyone. And sometimes it seems easier than it really is. And I’m not trying to lie to you.

Today I’m going to do just that. Give you a few reasons not to start a freelance writing business. Why it might not be for you after all. Let’s dive in!

1. You Eat What You Kill

Unlike in Corporate America, as a freelancer or self-employed individual you only get paid off of results. Or you only eat what you kill, if you like the hunting analogy better.

You don’t get to sit back and collect a paycheck month in, month out if your business isn’t doing well. There’s no skating by when it comes to running your own freelance enterprise.

You need to pitch to land clients. And you need to complete writing gigs to invoice for the work you’ve done. And even then sometimes you have to wait awhile to get paid.

In other words it takes a lot of effort. And even when you put forth that effort, there’s no guarantee you’ll make money. There are no guarantees of a next job, a paycheck or anything in this business really.

Starting your own business is full of risks. It’s a bit of a gamble y’all.

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