Pros and cons of freelancing - Technical Writer Freelancer Employee Review

3.0
Aug 3, 2020
Recommend
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Pros

- Being free with a flexible schedule, hours and location - Running every business aspect and acquiring new important experience (invoicing, signing contracts, troubleshooting technology, keeping track of tax deductible business expenses, making estimated tax payments, etc. - Having no office politics, annual performance reviews, etc.

Cons

- Inconsistent work and cash flow/income - No paid time off, no maternity/paternity leave

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3.0
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Pros

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Cons

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