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Freedom from the 9 to 5

Started by sarach · 6 months ago

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I parted ways with my full-time employer this week. Though it was an unplanned departure, my overwhelming feelings of relief let me know that it was for the best. You see, I can work 16-hour days writing and marketing online. However, I just have never been able t ... Continue reading »

15 comments

  • Mikael

    11 months ago

    Well Sara, I want to wish you the best of luck working on your own business. I know that it is a dream that many people have and that many never take the plunge because of their "job security".

    I'll look forward to follow your progress so please keep us updated on the blog.

    Mikael

    Mikael's last blog post..Getting More Traffic to Your Blog
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  • Vinny Lingo

    11 months ago

    Congratulations, Sara. It's been fun watching your progress. And this may be just the change you needed thrust upon you. I wish you the best. I know you'll do fantastic. If you ever need anything, feel free to email me.
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  • Sara Ch.

    11 months ago

    Thanks for the support, everyone.

    Vinny - I think you're absolutely right. I'm not sure I would have made the jump on my own, but it sure was a great time to be forced to focus solely on my online projects or go get another 9 to 5. =) Your support means a lot!

    Sara
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  • Nintendo Wii For Sale Cheap

    11 months ago

    Way to go Sarah! I know it can be scary, but stick with it and persistence always shows results.
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  • law

    11 months ago

    Keep up the good work! I myself am trying to create a reasonable online income. I wish you the best!

    law's last blog post..A Landmark Environmental Case
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  • Suz

    11 months ago

    I too made the jump rather unexpectedly to the full-time freelance life. Check out frelancewritinggigs.com for GREAT job leads. It was there that I got my first freelance job and the gig that eventually landed me my now full-time freelance gig. I was able to get enough gigs within 3 weeks to replace my lost income because I was applying to freelance gigs full-time and was frequently the first applicant in. That helps a lot *grin*.

    You can do this! I'm always so excited to see fellow writers make the jump to full time. Good luck!
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  • Data Entry

    11 months ago

    Hope it's going well. I'm hanging on till retirement myself. Sometimes things turn out for the best when you think they might be bad. Did that make sense? I lost a job some years back when the company moved out of town - I changed professions and it has really turned out to be a blessing.
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  • Civil Site Design Consultant

    11 months ago

    I'm in the same position and making it month to month.
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  • Jeremy Hatfield

    10 months ago

    I've enjoyed some of your posts and I just wanted to take the opportunity to say I wish you the best not working for"the man". Best of health and with your free time I expect more good things to come!!! Take your time...health is more important.

    Jeremy
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  • Civil Design Support

    10 months ago

    Now that I'm a consultant, no more 9 to 5 for me, I'm working 7 to 10. Oh well, at least I'm the boss.
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  • Lindsay

    10 months ago

    Good luck to you!

    I make a nice living from my blogs and websites, so I know it's possible. :) The nice thing about liking to write is there are so many ways to turn that passion into assets that create passive income.

    Lindsay's last blog post..What the Olympics Can Teach Us About Building Wealth
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  • Cenay Nailor

    10 months ago

    Sara,

    I have no doubt that you can succeed as you are already off to a great start.

    Did you (were you) planning on sticking to just online marketing and blogging? Or were you willing to take you skills in the software/web design world into private practice?

    Just curious. I do both, from home and have since 1991. I would be interested in hearing your overall plan. And I occasionally need a bit of help (when I get more on the *feast* side of the feast or famine equation).

    Good luck!

    Cenay'

    Cenay Nailor's last blog post..Organize, Compress and Send Digital Photos
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  • Sara Ch.

    10 months ago

    Thank you everyone for the great comments.

    Cenay: I'm not going to paint myself into any corners. It would be less than smart for me to completely ignore my database and other design skills, especially since my business will be completely online based. So, yeah, when you're on the feast side, definitely contact me. Getting things moving is big challenge. =)

    Thanks,
    Sara
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  • Free Directory List

    10 months ago

    Good luck with your business after sheding your 9-5. Independence is a great feeling, knowing you are in control of your life. I've had some bonehead bosses in the past, so I really know where you are coming from!
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  • SEP IRA Guide

    9 months ago

    Congrats on the big move! While you've cashed out your retirement, it's important to start saving for retirement as soon as possible. An SEP IRA is a great option for the self-employed!
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