From Corporate to Freelance – Matching My Salary in Year One
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Olivia Rockeman, a former corporate journalist, shared her journey of leaving her full-time job to freelance full-time.
By saving aggressively before quitting and dedicating months to networking, she secured enough writing projects to match her corporate salary within the first year.
Her experience underscores that freelance success is achievable but requires patience, persistence, and strategic planning.
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Earning parity in year one reflects adaptability and a clear understanding of personal value.
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I would start part time as a side job first.