[AccessD] freelancing job sites

I wish you'd add those to the blog discussion Arthur!

I'm one of the few freelancers that often works less than 40 hours a week. 
My husband is retired and we have few financial needs, so I don't have to 
work like a maniac anymore to support children and all that. It's not that 
I'm making so much money (I'm not), I have fewer needs to satisfy. I like 
it! ;)

Susan H.


> After 20-odd years in the freelancing game, I agree with your take 100%. I
> do think that you left a few other bad things out:
>
> 1. What freelancer works 40 hours a week or fewer?
> 2. You're only as good as the weakest link in the chain. Employers have
> accounting departments and pension advisors. Unless you have those skills 
> or
> are prepared to pay for them, you're better off as an employee.
> 3. Employees get paid vacations. Almost every freelancer I know is afraid 
> to
> take a vacation.
> 4. Especially nearing the end of a contract, the freelancer is working 
> more
> hours than usual and is not free to scout for the next gig. This often
> results in some down-time between gigs.
>
> Great piece, Susan!
> A.
>