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Troy
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Springfield, Missouri
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What do I do if I wanna work for myself
I wanna do freelance work because I will die if I have to work for some company, how do I prepare for this # #construction
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Adam Gallant
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Troy, since you've tagged this with construction I would say that you should pick a trade (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, finishing, millwork, etc.) and start your own business. The problem is, it can take many years of experience before a tradesperson might be able to do this successfully, since you will need the experience and network of clients that usually comes with time. Not to mention the upfront capital needed to start a new business.
I know you don't want to work for "some company" but what I would consider is working for someone else who is their own boss first, and to learn from them about how they did it. Chances are this person will have had the same mindset you do and they will appreciate that you want to learn how to do the same. This is a lot different than working for a big company which I get the sense is what you want to avoid. You could try to find someone who is looking for an apprentice, or someone who wants to sell their business and retire.
Ultimately though, even if you are able to immediately start your own business you are always going to be working for "someone"- usually your customers. Keep this in mind- true independence is rare, but not impossible. I would say that construction being what it is though you will always need to cooperate and compromise with other trades or customers.
I know you don't want to work for "some company" but what I would consider is working for someone else who is their own boss first, and to learn from them about how they did it. Chances are this person will have had the same mindset you do and they will appreciate that you want to learn how to do the same. This is a lot different than working for a big company which I get the sense is what you want to avoid. You could try to find someone who is looking for an apprentice, or someone who wants to sell their business and retire.
Ultimately though, even if you are able to immediately start your own business you are always going to be working for "someone"- usually your customers. Keep this in mind- true independence is rare, but not impossible. I would say that construction being what it is though you will always need to cooperate and compromise with other trades or customers.
Megan Dugan
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Hi Troy!
It sounds like you should consider entrepreneurship or starting your own business and working for yourself! This can be a lot of work but also very rewarding. While you may not be working for anyone else you will probably have little separation between work and personal life. On the other hand, your work would be flexible and change whenever you'd like. Eventually you may even have people working for you!
Start by looking for a "need." Is there a problem you could solve? Is there a product you could make better? Is there a skill or service you could offer? What can you sell? Will it be profitable? Do you enjoy it? Is it sustainable? How will you reach customers? How much are they willing to spend? How can you add value to their lives? Does it excite you? These are all questions to consider!
I would also suggest reading books about entrepreneurship and studying how successful start-ups operate. Personally, I enjoy listening to podcasts and learning from other successful people. Technology and social media has opened lots of doors when it comes to starting your own business. There are lots of free resources to get started. For example, you could start a website for your business using your own computer at home for free! The possibilities are truly endless! Your drive and passion can take you far! Good luck:)
It sounds like you should consider entrepreneurship or starting your own business and working for yourself! This can be a lot of work but also very rewarding. While you may not be working for anyone else you will probably have little separation between work and personal life. On the other hand, your work would be flexible and change whenever you'd like. Eventually you may even have people working for you!
Start by looking for a "need." Is there a problem you could solve? Is there a product you could make better? Is there a skill or service you could offer? What can you sell? Will it be profitable? Do you enjoy it? Is it sustainable? How will you reach customers? How much are they willing to spend? How can you add value to their lives? Does it excite you? These are all questions to consider!
I would also suggest reading books about entrepreneurship and studying how successful start-ups operate. Personally, I enjoy listening to podcasts and learning from other successful people. Technology and social media has opened lots of doors when it comes to starting your own business. There are lots of free resources to get started. For example, you could start a website for your business using your own computer at home for free! The possibilities are truly endless! Your drive and passion can take you far! Good luck:)