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Freelance Design Myths

Thursday January 8, 2009
Thinking of starting the new year with a new career? Perhaps as a freelance designer. Not to discourage you, but look before you leap. As Mason Hipp writes, Freelancing Is Freakin' Hard.

Hipp touches on these but also explore these freelance design myths with a focus on discovering if freelance design and publishing is the right career for you. It takes more than just design talent.

And if you've already taken the plunge, make sure you avoid these Top 10 Reasons Why Many Freelance Designers and Fresh Start Up Design Firms Fail, as posted by Jon Bergan. About.com Web Design/HTML Guide Jennifer Krynin also offers her one recommendation for aspiring freelancers. Take note.

Are you just starting out or considering doing so? What do you see as your own personal biggest obstacles to overcome?

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