Ask Is it common to feel like an imposter when you start calling yourself a freelancer?

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A lot of people entering freelancing go through a phase where they question whether they really belong in the space. Calling yourself a freelancer can feel strange at first, especially if you do not have a long list of clients or a polished portfolio yet. That internal doubt is more common than most people admit, and it can affect how you present yourself to potential clients. Some get past it quickly, others carry it for a long time without realising it is holding them back. Did you ever feel that way when you first started, and what helped you move past it?