[NABS-L] Self employment inquiry

[Amanda Cape]

What do you do Gabriel?

Amanda

> On Oct 13, 2019, at 1:29 PM, Gabriel Mendez-Frances via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hey Mariya,
> 
> I've been self-employed for over a year now and I can tell you some of the
> pros and cons I've experienced.
> 
> PROS
> - You can set your own schedule and work when you want
> - You have the freedom to work wherever you want
> - You can set your own prices based on what you think your work is worth.
> - As long as you have a phone, a computer, and an internet connection you
> won't need anything else.
> 
> CONS
> - Your tax situation gets a bit more complicated than with a W2. Business
> tax deductions, tax credit criteria, and having to account for business
> expenses can be a hassle.
> - You will likely earn less than you expect at first since you have to
> build your brand first.
> - You will have to find clients and deal with unexpected circumstances like
> them not paying you or disappearing on you without a trace.
> 
> I think the best thing about freelancing/self-employment is that you don't
> have to worry about transportation to and from work. It definitely isn't
> for everyone, but it can serve as a good source of alternative income if
> you're dedicated to it.
> 
> 
> -- 
> 
> Sincerely,
> 
> Gabriel Mendez-Frances
> 
> UAH C/O 2023
> 
> 205.569.9852
> 
>> On Sun, Oct 13, 2019, 9:54 AM Mariya Vasileva via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
>> wrote:
>> 
>> Thanks, I really appreciate the advice.
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>>> On Oct 13, 2019, at 06:49, Harry Staley via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
>> wrote:
>>> 
>>> I have been self employed in the past. The pay may seem awesome but
>> there are drawbacks. Your tax situation will get much more complicated and
>> you will need to find and manage your own benefits such as health
>> insurance, life insurance, etc. that being said if you are passionate about
>> your craft, are competent, and can network the sky is the limit as an
>> entrepreneur.
>>> 
>>> There are two job markets the one where you apply through the normal HR
>> channels and the job market made up of connections and relationships.
>>> 
>>> Harry Staley
>>> (330) 718-1876
>>> hstaley at nfbtx.org
>>> 
>>>> On Oct 12, 2019, at 20:12, Mariya Vasileva via NABS-L <
>> nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>> Hi, has anyone on this list been self employed? If so, what is it like
>> and is there anyone doing this in Atlanta? I am asking because seeking
>> regular employment with my handful work experience is damn near impossible.
>> Thanks.
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