Ask Is there a way to test whether freelancing suits your personality before committing fully?

[Brendan]

Freelancing is not something that works equally well for every type of person, and jumping in without testing the waters can lead to a lot of frustration. Some people try taking on small projects on the side while still working a regular job, just to see how they handle deadlines, client communication, and working without supervision. That kind of trial period can tell you a lot about whether you are built for this type of work. Did you test things out first or did you go all in from the start?