We often hear about living paycheque to paycheque as a struggle in todayโs economy. It describes relying on a single income source without room to build savings. Many entrepreneurs use this narrative to argue that freelancing is better than a 9-to-5 job.
However, this romanticized view of freelancing misses the harsh reality of living invoice to invoice. Iโve been experiencing this myself recently, leading to missed work and a reshuffling of priorities.
Hereโs the hardest part about being a freelancer or entrepreneur:
Invoice-based income is unpredictable. Even with contracts, payment timelines are never guaranteed. Emergencies and unexpected changes to client payment plans only add to the challenge.
One important lesson Iโve learned is to focus on accountability. Blaming others wonโt solve the problem. I made mistakes by not having proper time management and backup systems in place. These gaps caused communication delays and missed deadlines when I faced connectivity and equipment issues.
The service industry operates on uncertain financial patterns. This is why deposits are essential. To improve for the future, Iโve introduced a flexible payment system. Clients can now choose between a one-time payment, three-month instalments, or six-month instalments. You can view an example of this with one of our premium services, perhaps it will make you consider finally taking the plunge to the next level with your brand.
This approach helps prevent financial disruptions for both sides. It also allows me to manage my time and resources more effectively.
While we canโt control lifeโs surprises, I believe in designing solutions. Design, at its core, is problem-solving.
To clients Iโve inconvenienced during this difficult time, I sincerely apologize. I hope this new system reflects my commitment to better service.
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