Why Being Self-Employed Isn’t All It’s Cracked Up To Be - Part Four

The last part! I think... (it is)

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If you’re reading this, I’m guessing you’ve already checked out parts one, two and three. If not, you can find them here, here and here. I’d recommend reading them first, especially part one, since it’s got more of an intro as well as a bunch of other useful information.

Now read on for more pitfalls (honestly, this isn’t meant to discourage you - only inform you).

13.      Difficulties with clients

I’m happy to say for me, at least, this hasn’t been much of an issue. I’m mostly on the same wavelength as the people I work with, and because I’m big on communication and asking questions, the vast majority of my projects work out great. But sometimes people just don’t gel. It doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with your work, or with you, or even the client—it just means that not everyone gets on, which is the way of the world. And that’s usually fine, but when you’re contracted to work together, things can get tricky. Sometimes it can be better for all concerned, if you’re in a position to do so, to step back and consider pulling out of the project. It could save a lot of headaches going forward. Trust your gut on this one. If you have to keep going, make the best of the situation and find a way to make sure you’re never in that situation again.