A reader once asked me a very interesting question–how do I stay motivated long-term when I don’t receive any raises or benefits as a freelancer? This got me thinking hard–just how do I keep myself motivated?
I was never really lucky enough to have a job with good benefits, bonuses or raises, so maybe the lack of these things doesn’t bother me as much as someone who did have them at a full-time job. Or, perhaps it’s because I feel like I do receive all of these benefits–and more.
There are tons of things that keep me motivated as a freelancer, so much so that I don’t think I would ever go back to any kind of regular job.
The trick is to reward yourself regularly for the hard work you do, much like a boss would. Here are some ways I’ve kept myself motivated through years of freelancing.
Love What You Do
Give Yourself Raises
Have Goals in Mind
Better Benefits
Always Moving Forward
Working Some Place You Love
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