My time to freelance is about to end as I find myself back in the corporate world. Some may think that I have sold out. But, personally, this is a strategic move for my career. It is actually a first strategic move career-wise. And I am very happy with my decision as well as excited to go back I can’t even believe I am saying this! Hahaha!

In almost 8-months living as a freelancer, I have definitely gained so much in experience, learnings and insights – in myself as a person, in others and in purpose. I can say that I really have a fresher view and outlook on my career and life. Happy!

So what very, very valuable lessons will I carry to the next life from my time served as a freelancer?

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I refuse to hide behind the mask and choose to reveal the truth

My mentor (whom I do consider as one of my greatest idols) Anton Diaz told me that leaving the comforts of the corporate life is not easy. And for those who think I am living the life and really taking it so easy…I am not.

I most definitely enjoying. I will share the advantages of freelancing in a separate post. But in true Wais fashion, FIRST, I want to share with you the challenges, before all the glitz and glamour of freelancing.

It’s been almost 6 months, this coming March (WOW! Ang bilis pala!) and these are the things that have been a constant tug of war in my head and heart (until this very moment)…

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I need money lotsa lots of money!

I know, you guys must be wondering, what da hell do I do to earn money nowadays?!? I definitely do not have a regular monthly salary to look forward to like I had in my previous job. I definitely still have bills to pay. I have feed myself (when I go out). I have to keep myself clean (I buy my own toiletries for my special needs because I prefer natural locally made stuff). You get the picture…I need money. And I am not exactly rolling in it. Plus I am not as blessed as other people who have their parents to help sustain their regular expenses while in between jobs.So I have to make it work…I have to make money.

Before actually getting into the nitty gritty of what I do to make money, I learned some mindsets one needs before entering the world called FREELANCING…

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