Freelance with Confidence: How to Transition from 9-5 to Working for Yourself

You’re stuck in a job that drains you. You daydream about freelancing, but the “how” feels overwhelming.

You’re not sure when to make the leap. You don’t know how to find your first clients. And you definitely don’t want to post on LinkedIn every day just to be seen.

This guide was made for you.

If you’re craving more freedom, purpose, or control over your career—but feel unsure about where to start—this guide gives you a realistic, step-by-step roadmap for building a freelance business on your terms.

You don’t need to be 100% certain you’re ready. You just need to be willing to explore what’s possible.

I’ve been exactly where you are.

My freelance journey started after a terrible day at work—one that ended with a sprinkler, a furious client, and a decision to finally bet on myself. I didn’t have a plan. But I figured it out. And over the past two decades, I’ve built a successful freelance business working with national banks, law firms, credit unions, and SaaS companies. Now, I want to help you skip the trial-and-error and move forward with clarity.

In this guide, you’ll get:

• Tangible steps to get started while still employed, like how to find side projects and build a portfolio
• A financial game plan that helps you save, budget, and prepare for the ups and downs
• Client attraction strategies that don’t rely on constant self-promotion or gimmicks
• Mindset support to help you take action, even if you don’t feel “ready” yet
• Checklists and tools to make your transition smoother and more intentional

Whether you’re hoping to freelance as a writer, editor, or another service provider, this guide will help you move from stuck and uncertain to prepared and in control.

You don’t need to wait for a perfect moment.
You just need to start.

Let this guide be your first step toward the career—and life—you actually want.