{"id":19461,"date":"2022-06-20T11:54:12","date_gmt":"2022-06-20T09:54:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.factofly.com\/?p=19461"},"modified":"2022-09-19T12:31:43","modified_gmt":"2022-09-19T10:31:43","slug":"the-18-most-common-freelancing-mistakes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.factofly.com\/en\/blog\/de-18-mest-almindelige-freelancing-fejl\/","title":{"rendered":"The biggest freelancing mistakes \u2013 and how to avoid them"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"60\" data-lineheight=\"78px\"><strong>Your guide to avoiding the biggest freelancing mistakes<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.factofly.com\/en\/blog\/what-is-freelancing\/\">Freelancing<\/a> is a great way to make money and be your own boss, but the free freelance life doesn&#039;t come without its challenges. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many things to think about when you work as a freelancer \u2013 from finding clients and projects, to completing the work within the deadline and making sure you charge the right price for your work.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making mistakes when freelancing can be a costly affair. This can cost both time, money and customers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the 18 most common mistakes we see new freelancers make, and of course a checklist on how to avoid them.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><style type='text\/css'>.reading-box-container-1 .element-bottomshadow:before,.reading-box-container-1 .element-bottomshadow:after{opacity:0.7;}<\/style><div class=\"fusion-reading-box-container reading-box-container-1\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-margin-top:20px;--awb-margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"reading-box\" style=\"background-color:var(--awb-color2);border-width:1px;border-color:rgba(226,226,226,0);border-left-width:3px;border-left-color:var(--primary_color);border-style:solid;\"><a class=\"button fusion-button button-default fusion-button-default-size button-default-size button-flat fusion-desktop-button fusion-tagline-button continue fusion-desktop-button-margin continue-right\" style=\"-webkit-box-shadow:none;-moz-box-shadow:none;box-shadow:none;border-radius:13px 13px 13px 13px\" href=\"https:\/\/app.factofly.com\/?screen_hint=signup&amp;referral_id=blog_storstefreelancingfejl\" target=\"_self\"><span>Create a free user<\/span><\/a><h2>Be a freelancer without administration<\/h2><div class=\"reading-box-additional fusion-reading-box-additional\">\n<p>Use Factofly to invoice and get paid without having your own CVR number or registered company. We handle all the boring stuff, so you can spend your time where it&#039;s most fun.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><a class=\"button fusion-button button-default fusion-button-default-size button-default-size button-flat fusion-mobile-button continue-right\" style=\"-webkit-box-shadow:none;-moz-box-shadow:none;box-shadow:none;border-radius:13px 13px 13px 13px\" href=\"https:\/\/app.factofly.com\/?screen_hint=signup&amp;referral_id=blog_storstefreelancingfejl\" target=\"_self\"><span>Create a free user<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\"><b>1. No system to keep track of expenses<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you are a freelancer or self-employed, it is important to keep track of your expenses so that you can deduct them from your taxes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if tax is not your biggest headache, keeping a watchful eye on expenses will help ensure healthy finances in your business.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few different ways to keep track of your expenses. You can use a simple spreadsheet, an app like Mint or YNAB, or even just a notebook. The important thing is to find a system that works for you and to be consistent with it.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\"><b>2. Not getting (enough) paid<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most common mistakes freelancers make is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.factofly.com\/en\/blog\/freelancer-pricing-101\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">not charging enough<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for their services.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you&#039;re just starting out, it can be tempting to lower your prices to compete with other freelancers or get more clients.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But it&#039;s a mistake that could end up costing you more in the long run.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charging too little means you&#039;ll have to work more hours to earn the same amount, and it also devalues your services.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don&#039;t charge enough, customers also tend to think you&#039;re not worth the investment, or your quality follows the low price. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-5 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\"><b>3. Not having a contract<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another very common mistake new freelancers make is not having one <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.factofly.com\/en\/blog\/freelance-kontrakt-5-ting-du-altid-skal-have-med\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">contract<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with their customers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A contract protects both you and the customer by outlining the scope of work, deliverables, payment terms and more.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Without a contract, there is no clear agreement between you and the customer, which can easily lead to misunderstandings and conflicts down the road.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To avoid this, always have a contract in place before you start working with a client.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#039;re not sure how to write a contract, there are plenty <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jotform.com\/pdf-templates\/contract\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">templates<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and resources available online.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-6 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\"><b>4. Lack of reconciliation of expectations<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-10\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many \u2013 especially new \u2013 freelancers make the mistake of not setting clear expectations for their clients. This can lead to misunderstandings about the scope of work, deliverables, deadlines and much more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To avoid this, you need to be clear about expectations from the start. Outline the scope of work in your contract and be sure to communicate with the client regularly to ensure everyone is on the same page.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><style type='text\/css'>.reading-box-container-2 .element-bottomshadow:before,.reading-box-container-2 .element-bottomshadow:after{opacity:0.7;}<\/style><div class=\"fusion-reading-box-container reading-box-container-2\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-margin-top:20px;--awb-margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"reading-box\" style=\"background-color:var(--awb-color2);border-width:1px;border-color:rgba(226,226,226,0);border-left-width:3px;border-left-color:var(--primary_color);border-style:solid;\"><a class=\"button fusion-button button-default fusion-button-default-size button-default-size button-flat fusion-desktop-button fusion-tagline-button continue fusion-desktop-button-margin continue-right\" style=\"-webkit-box-shadow:none;-moz-box-shadow:none;box-shadow:none;border-radius:13px 13px 13px 13px\" href=\"https:\/\/app.factofly.com\/?screen_hint=signup&amp;referral_id=blog_storstefreelancingfejl\" target=\"_self\"><span>Create a free user<\/span><\/a><h2>Be a freelancer without administration<\/h2><div class=\"reading-box-additional fusion-reading-box-additional\">\n<p>Use Factofly to invoice and get paid without having your own CVR number or registered company. We handle all the boring stuff, so you can spend your time where it&#039;s most fun.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><a class=\"button fusion-button button-default fusion-button-default-size button-default-size button-flat fusion-mobile-button continue-right\" style=\"-webkit-box-shadow:none;-moz-box-shadow:none;box-shadow:none;border-radius:13px 13px 13px 13px\" href=\"https:\/\/app.factofly.com\/?screen_hint=signup&amp;referral_id=blog_storstefreelancingfejl\" target=\"_self\"><span>Create a free user<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-7 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-6 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-11\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\"><b>5. Not meeting deadlines<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-12\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most frustrating things for a client is working with a freelancer who doesn&#039;t meet deadlines.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you consistently deliver your work late, it&#039;s only a matter of time before you lose the client.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To avoid this, be realistic about the timeline for each project, and also be willing to add some buffer time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are not sure you can meet a deadline or things start to slip, contact the customer as soon as possible and see if there is some flexibility on the other end. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-8 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-7 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-13\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\"><b>6. Not being professional<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-14\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just because you work from home in your pajamas doesn&#039;t mean you can slack off on professionalism. Freelancers who are unprofessional risk losing out <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.factofly.com\/en\/blog\/5-concrete-tips-for-retaining-customers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">customers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and not least damage their reputation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few things you can do to ensure you act professionally.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First, you need to be responsive to your customer. If you are not available immediately, let them know when to expect a response.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secondly, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dress the party<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> - even if you &quot;just&quot; work from home, dressing for work can help you get into the right mood and mindset.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And of course, be respectful and courteous in all your interactions with your customer.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-9 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-8 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-15\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\"><b>7. Don&#039;t set boundaries<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-16\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you freelance, it can be easy to let work fill more and more of your life and everyday life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may find yourself working late into the night or on weekends because you feel it is required to get ahead. But you will change your performance over time, and this is a strategy that will often lead to burnout.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to set boundaries between work and private life \u2013 and then stick to them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This may mean that you only work within fixed working hours or take a fixed day off each week.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whatever it is, setting boundaries will help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-10 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-9 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-17\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\"><b>8. Work for free<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-18\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you start as a freelancer, you can stay <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/articles\/2019\/02\/freelancers-should-not-work-for-free\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tempted to work for free<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or at very low prices. While there&#039;s nothing wrong with doing a pro bono project or two, you shouldn&#039;t make it a habit to work for free.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working for free devalues your services and makes it harder to justify what you&#039;re worth down the road.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#039;re just starting out, you may need to offer discounts or lower prices to attract customers, but don&#039;t make a habit of giving away your services entirely.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><style type='text\/css'>.reading-box-container-3 .element-bottomshadow:before,.reading-box-container-3 .element-bottomshadow:after{opacity:0.7;}<\/style><div class=\"fusion-reading-box-container reading-box-container-3\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-margin-top:20px;--awb-margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"reading-box\" style=\"background-color:var(--awb-color2);border-width:1px;border-color:rgba(226,226,226,0);border-left-width:3px;border-left-color:var(--primary_color);border-style:solid;\"><a class=\"button fusion-button button-default fusion-button-default-size button-default-size button-flat fusion-desktop-button fusion-tagline-button continue fusion-desktop-button-margin continue-right\" style=\"-webkit-box-shadow:none;-moz-box-shadow:none;box-shadow:none;border-radius:13px 13px 13px 13px\" href=\"https:\/\/app.factofly.com\/?screen_hint=signup&amp;referral_id=blog_storstefreelancingfejl\" target=\"_self\"><span>Create a free user<\/span><\/a><h2>Be a freelancer without administration<\/h2><div class=\"reading-box-additional fusion-reading-box-additional\">\n<p>Use Factofly to invoice and get paid without having your own CVR number or registered company. We handle all the boring stuff, so you can spend your time where it&#039;s most fun.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><a class=\"button fusion-button button-default fusion-button-default-size button-default-size button-flat fusion-mobile-button continue-right\" style=\"-webkit-box-shadow:none;-moz-box-shadow:none;box-shadow:none;border-radius:13px 13px 13px 13px\" href=\"https:\/\/app.factofly.com\/?screen_hint=signup&amp;referral_id=blog_storstefreelancingfejl\" target=\"_self\"><span>Create a free user<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-11 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-10 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-19\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\"><b>9. Not preparing for the slow periods<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-20\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Freelancers often make the mistake of failing to plan for the slow periods \u2013 also known as freelancing dryspell. Some periods just have more coal on them than others.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just because you&#039;re busy now doesn&#039;t mean you always will be. It&#039;s important to have a plan for what you&#039;re going to do and how you&#039;re going to get through the slow times so you don&#039;t get caught with your pants down.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One way to do this is to set aside a portion of your earnings each month so that you have a net to help you through a drought.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The slower periods are also ideal to use as an opportunity to focus on marketing and networking so you can bring in new clients.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-12 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-11 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-21\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\"><b>10. Lack of communication<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-22\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Communication is key in any relationship, but it is especially important in a client-freelancer relationship.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not communicating clearly with your client can lead to misunderstandings, missing deadlines and even a loss of business.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To avoid this, make sure you communicate regularly with your customers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set up a communication plan at the start of the project and stick to it. This will help ensure that everyone is on the same page and your customer will not experience unexpected surprises along the way.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-13 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-12 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-23\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\"><b>11. Not keeping track of your time<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-24\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don&#039;t track your time, you may be working more hours than you realize.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This can lead to an unnecessarily stressful everyday life and also means that you are probably not invoicing your customers accurately.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tracking your time doesn&#039;t have to be complicated. You can use a simple spreadsheet, an app like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/toggl.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">toggle<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rescuetime.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RescueTime<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or even just a piece of paper.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As with point number 1, the most important thing is to find a system that works for you and stick with it. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-14 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-13 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-25\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\"><b>12. Not taking breaks<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-26\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you&#039;re freelancing, it can be easy to get so wrapped up in work that you forget to take breaks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#039;s a classic mistake that steals your productivity over time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be sure to schedule breaks into your day, even if it&#039;s just a few minutes here and there. Get up and walk around, go outside for some fresh air, or do something else to clear your head.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking breaks will help you stay sharp and focused so you can get more done.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-15 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-14 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-27\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\"><b>13. Work in isolation<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-28\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you work from home or somewhere outside of an office, it can be easy to feel isolated from the rest of the world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feeling isolated can lead to loneliness and reduced productivity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try to schedule some time each day for social interaction, even if it&#039;s just a quick coffee date, a phone call with a friend, or or interaction in an online group.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also join coworking spaces or professional organizations to get more involved with other freelancers.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><style type='text\/css'>.reading-box-container-4 .element-bottomshadow:before,.reading-box-container-4 .element-bottomshadow:after{opacity:0.7;}<\/style><div class=\"fusion-reading-box-container reading-box-container-4\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-margin-top:20px;--awb-margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"reading-box\" style=\"background-color:var(--awb-color2);border-width:1px;border-color:rgba(226,226,226,0);border-left-width:3px;border-left-color:var(--primary_color);border-style:solid;\"><a class=\"button fusion-button button-default fusion-button-default-size button-default-size button-flat fusion-desktop-button fusion-tagline-button continue fusion-desktop-button-margin continue-right\" style=\"-webkit-box-shadow:none;-moz-box-shadow:none;box-shadow:none;border-radius:13px 13px 13px 13px\" href=\"https:\/\/app.factofly.com\/?screen_hint=signup&amp;referral_id=blog_storstefreelancingfejl\" target=\"_self\"><span>Create a free user<\/span><\/a><h2>Be a freelancer without administration<\/h2><div class=\"reading-box-additional fusion-reading-box-additional\">\n<p>Use Factofly to invoice and get paid without having your own CVR number or registered company. We handle all the boring stuff, so you can spend your time where it&#039;s most fun.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><a class=\"button fusion-button button-default fusion-button-default-size button-default-size button-flat fusion-mobile-button continue-right\" style=\"-webkit-box-shadow:none;-moz-box-shadow:none;box-shadow:none;border-radius:13px 13px 13px 13px\" href=\"https:\/\/app.factofly.com\/?screen_hint=signup&amp;referral_id=blog_storstefreelancingfejl\" target=\"_self\"><span>Create a free user<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-16 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-15 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-29\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\"><b>14. Not to promote yourself and your services<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-30\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are not promoting your freelance business, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.factofly.com\/en\/blog\/get-clients-as-a-freelancer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you miss out on potential customers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure you prioritize things like networking, attending events and staying active on social media.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also create a website or blog to showcase your work and attract new clients.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A good place to promote yourself as a freelancer is Linkedin. You can join relevant groups, post articles and showcase your work to a large audience of potential customers.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-17 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-16 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-31\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\"><b>15. Not keeping your skills up-to-date<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-32\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter what field you operate in, it is important to keep yours <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.factofly.com\/en\/blog\/2022s-most-in-demand-freelance-skills\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">toolbox razor sharp<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a freelancer, this is especially important as you are competing with others who may be more qualified than you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure you regularly take courses or learn new skills that will help you stand out from the competition.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also look for opportunities to guest blog or speak at local events to showcase your expertise.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-18 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-17 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-33\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\"><b>16. Not having any strategy<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-34\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you freelance, you have to think of yourself as a business, and it is of course important to have a plan for your business.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This includes setting goals, creating and managing a budget, and putting systems in place to help you stay organized and productive.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Without a plan, it will be difficult to achieve long-term success as a freelancer.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><style type='text\/css'>.reading-box-container-5 .element-bottomshadow:before,.reading-box-container-5 .element-bottomshadow:after{opacity:0.7;}<\/style><div class=\"fusion-reading-box-container reading-box-container-5\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-margin-top:20px;--awb-margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"reading-box\" style=\"background-color:var(--awb-color2);border-width:1px;border-color:rgba(226,226,226,0);border-left-width:3px;border-left-color:var(--primary_color);border-style:solid;\"><a class=\"button fusion-button button-default fusion-button-default-size button-default-size button-flat fusion-desktop-button fusion-tagline-button continue fusion-desktop-button-margin continue-right\" style=\"-webkit-box-shadow:none;-moz-box-shadow:none;box-shadow:none;border-radius:13px 13px 13px 13px\" href=\"https:\/\/app.factofly.com\/?screen_hint=signup&amp;referral_id=blog_storstefreelancingfejl\" target=\"_self\"><span>Create a free user<\/span><\/a><h2>Be a freelancer without administration<\/h2><div class=\"reading-box-additional fusion-reading-box-additional\">\n<p>Use Factofly to invoice and get paid without having your own CVR number or registered company. We handle all the boring stuff, so you can spend your time where it&#039;s most fun.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><a class=\"button fusion-button button-default fusion-button-default-size button-default-size button-flat fusion-mobile-button continue-right\" style=\"-webkit-box-shadow:none;-moz-box-shadow:none;box-shadow:none;border-radius:13px 13px 13px 13px\" href=\"https:\/\/app.factofly.com\/?screen_hint=signup&amp;referral_id=blog_storstefreelancingfejl\" target=\"_self\"><span>Create a free user<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-19 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-18 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-35\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\"><b>17. Not diversifying your income<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-36\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your income base depends on a single customer, you expose yourself to unnecessary risk. If this customer decides to terminate your agreement, you will be left without any income.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To diversify your income, make sure you are always looking for new clients and opportunities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#039;t put all your eggs in one basket and don&#039;t be afraid to try new things.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may find that some of the new ventures lead to even more success than your original freelance direction. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-20 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-19 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-37\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\">18. Not having control over taxes and administration<\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-38\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a freelancer, you are responsible for reporting and paying your own taxes. It can come as a surprise to many people, and if you&#039;re not prepared, it can lead to a big tax bill at the end of the year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, make sure you set aside money each month to cover your tax. You may also want to work with an accountant or financial planner to help you understand the tax implications of freelancing.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><style type='text\/css'>.reading-box-container-6 .element-bottomshadow:before,.reading-box-container-6 .element-bottomshadow:after{opacity:0.7;}<\/style><div class=\"fusion-reading-box-container reading-box-container-6\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-margin-top:20px;--awb-margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"reading-box\" style=\"background-color:var(--awb-color2);border-width:1px;border-color:rgba(226,226,226,0);border-left-width:3px;border-left-color:var(--primary_color);border-style:solid;\"><a class=\"button fusion-button button-default fusion-button-default-size button-default-size button-flat fusion-desktop-button fusion-tagline-button continue fusion-desktop-button-margin continue-right\" style=\"-webkit-box-shadow:none;-moz-box-shadow:none;box-shadow:none;border-radius:13px 13px 13px 13px\" href=\"https:\/\/app.factofly.com\/?screen_hint=signup&amp;referral_id=blog_storstefreelancingfejl\" target=\"_self\"><span>Create a free user<\/span><\/a><h2>Be a freelancer without administration<\/h2><div class=\"reading-box-additional fusion-reading-box-additional\">\n<p>Use Factofly to invoice and get paid without having your own CVR number or registered company. We handle all the boring stuff, so you can spend your time where it&#039;s most fun.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><a class=\"button fusion-button button-default fusion-button-default-size button-default-size button-flat fusion-mobile-button continue-right\" style=\"-webkit-box-shadow:none;-moz-box-shadow:none;box-shadow:none;border-radius:13px 13px 13px 13px\" href=\"https:\/\/app.factofly.com\/?screen_hint=signup&amp;referral_id=blog_storstefreelancingfejl\" target=\"_self\"><span>Create a free user<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-21 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-20 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-39\"><h4 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"23\" data-lineheight=\"29.899999618530273px\">Master the most important foot mistakes and create a successful freelance career<\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-40\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Freelancing can be a great way to make money, but it&#039;s important to steer clear of the most common mistakes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By taking breaks, networking and keeping your skills up to date, you are well on your way to a successful freelance career.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And don&#039;t forget to diversify your income by seeking out new clients and opportunities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tax season can be difficult to navigate for freelancers, so make sure you&#039;re prepared by setting aside money each month and possibly working with an accountant or financial planner.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><br style=\"font-weight: 400;\" \/><br style=\"font-weight: 400;\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":321,"featured_media":19772,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[96],"tags":[95],"class_list":["post-19461","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-guides","tag-guide"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>De st\u00f8rste freelancing fejl - og hvordan du undg\u00e5r dem<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Nye freelancere beg\u00e5r oftest de samme freelancing fejl igen og igen. 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