It took some therapy, as well as reading books and blogs that deconstruct productivity literature, for me to realize that I’m not the source of the problem. I just have a low tolerance for capitalist pressure and workaholism, because I was born with a brain that can’t thrive in that environment. There are many, many people out there who are experiencing the same issues and are made to feel like a problem, because the silent majority doesn’t want to rock the boat.
I have limited hours available for client work, so my calendar fills up very quickly. I often turn projects down for a variety of reasons.
Because I don’t have the time for it.
Because it doesn’t pay well.
Because I have ethical concerns about the project.
Because I don’t like the client’s personality.
Because I don’t feel excited about the project.
That’s another luxury that many agencies don’t have.
▻https://neladunato.com/blog/why-wont-grow-freelance-studio-into-agency