The best — and worst — of being a freelance web developer

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What’s not to love about freelancing? Being your own boss and setting your own hours has long been the pinnacle of employment. And yet, it’s not so simple. While more and more Americans turn to freelancing – with more than half of Millennial Americans currently freelancing – that does not mean it is easy to secure contracts and make it worth your while.

This is especially so in the field of web developing, where workers require the right skills and motivation to progress in the online industry. There’s just no denying that writing proposals can take an ungodly amount of time and contribute to burnout in the longer term. So, let’s dig a little deeper to discuss the best – and worst – parts of being a freelance web developer, and what workers are best advised to do about it.

The best of times

The internet and shifting cultural norms

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