I built a freelance career by saying yes. Now, I'm learning when not to.

After being laid off at the age of 27, the author decided to pursue a freelance writing career. She gave herself six months to earn enough to cover rent on her small apartment and support herself. Over the years she accepted almost all work that came her way, and at 39 the loss of a major client has prompted her to rethink her approach. She said she doubts she would have had the courage to become a freelancer without being laid off.

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