What Type Of Person Thrives In Freelancing According To A Self-Employed Consultant And Project Manager
Manaf, a nonprofit consultant and freelance project manager, identifies a thriving freelancer as someone who enjoys "working with different people, different organizations," and relishes autonomy and varied challenges. Success in this field requires a strong skillset, the ability to market oneself, and comfort with the inherent uncertainties of client acquisition, essentially "running your own business."
Project Management, Communication, Problem-Solving, Resilience, Self-Motivation
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Manaf Mansure
Nonprofit Consultant and Freelance Project Manager
Self-Employed
University of California, Los Angeles
Harvard University, MEd in Organizations, Leadership, and Entrepreneurship
Fine Arts, Music
Education, Nonprofit, Foundations & Grantmaking
Sales and Client Management
Scholarship Recipient, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. People who thrive as freelance consultants enjoy variety in their work, possess strong self-management skills, and are comfortable with autonomy.
2. A love of challenges and the ability to market one's skills are crucial for success in this field.
3. Freelance consultants essentially run their own businesses, requiring expertise in a specific area and proactive client acquisition.
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
Freelancers and project-based consultants often thrive on working with different people and organizations. They enjoy challenges, variety in their projects, and tasks that are not necessarily alike.
These individuals also value autonomy and the opportunity to create their own structure and schedule for their work. They tend to enjoy a challenge, which is inherent in freelancing because you aren't tied to a specific employer.
Finding your own clients and securing your own work can be uncomfortable, exhausting, or even anxiety-inducing for some. When freelancing or consulting, you are essentially running your own business.
For those with strong expertise in a specific task, skill, or project, and who can market those skills, this could be the right profession. It's for those who aren't afraid to actively seek out clients who need their abilities.
The great thing about being a freelancer or consultant is the broad range of opportunities. You can freelance or consult in virtually any field; it's about finding people who want to engage with your expertise.