TRANSLATING TECH Tips for success in the gig economy Jane Harrison
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You know that bad feeling you get in the pit of your stomach on Sunday evening when you realize tomorrow is Monday? I call it the “ga-gunk,” and I never get that feeling. Never. Why? Because as a freelancer, while so many are rushing out the door in the morning, I’m having a leisurely cup of coffee, reading the news and planning my day. Many retirees and younger workers are turning to freelancing or what some call the “gig economy.” While I genuinely revel in the freedom, life without a steady paycheck is a trade-off. In three decades on my own, I’ve collected some tips on managing finances as a solopreneur.
