A Freelance Writer Reflects on Five Years In

In early 2018, I left my corporate career in human resources to go on what I then called a sabbatical.

Five years later, I’m a freelance writer, business coach, and writing mentor.

The in-between is a journey I reflect on often, and I’m grateful to have the opportunity to share it with you.

Why I Started Freelancing

I started freelancing accidentally. During my sabbatical, I launched a blog that partially focused on personal finance.

I made connections within the niche via social media and, after a while, wrote a guest post for a prominent website in the space.

When I got paid for my work, a lightbulb went off. If I could earn $50 writing, I could earn $500, $5,000, and more.

So I immediately started looking for platforms I could contribute to regularly. My first steady client was Women Who Money!

As a few dollars turned to thousands, I realized I had met the goal of my sabbatical: finding a location and schedule-independent way to earn a living. That way, I could fully show up for myself and those I loved.

I could work around my life rather than live around my work.