Quitting Your 9-to-5 Isn’t The Magic You Hope For

Why you should keep your job for as long as you can while building on the side.

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Leaving the boring 9-to-5 job to be your own boss has become a trend today.

The internet is flooded with stories of people achieving financial freedom and a more fulfilling life by working for themselves.

It’s hard not to feel the urge to quit your boring job and start a self-employed life, especially when you’re stuck in the mundane corporate run.

I get that, but I’d still say don’t rush into it without analyzing the competition and instability you might have to face.

• There are now 26 million full-time freelancers in the US, a 91% increase from 2020.
• Only 4% of creators make $100,000 a year, reports Goldman Sachs.
• 64% of freelancers feel lonely because of their work and 62% of them feel stressed as per a 2021 report.

This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t consider following your passion.

I quit my job in 2021, and so far, it’s been the best decision of my life.

All credit goes to the practical approach I followed to make the most of my creative skills. This article is all about how to start your…