Brian Honigman
@brianhonigman.com
Career Freelancer for 12 yrs! Career Coach, Marketing Consultant; Fast Company Columnist helping freelancers and marketers with career development.
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Rejection is part of freelancing. No matter how skilled or experienced you are, not every pitch or proposal will land. The key is frequency. The more you put yourself out there, the less each “no” will sting. It sounds counterintuitive, but it's the truth, in my humble opinion.
December 4, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Rejection is part of freelancing. No matter how skilled or experienced you are, not every pitch or proposal will land. The key is frequency. The more you put yourself out there, the less each “no” will sting. It sounds counterintuitive, but it's the truth, in my humble opinion.
Many freelancers burn out, struggle with cash flow, or lose love for what they do. These pitfalls are often why folks can’t continue freelancing for the long haul. Here’s how to recognize and avoid them.
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #freelancerlife
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #freelancerlife
December 3, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Many freelancers burn out, struggle with cash flow, or lose love for what they do. These pitfalls are often why folks can’t continue freelancing for the long haul. Here’s how to recognize and avoid them.
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #freelancerlife
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #freelancerlife
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Proactive networking is the best insurance policy as a freelancer.
November 20, 2025 at 12:11 AM
Proactive networking is the best insurance policy as a freelancer.
Less sting, more strategy. How to reduce the hurt when getting rejected as a freelancer.
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #careeradvice
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #careeradvice
December 1, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Less sting, more strategy. How to reduce the hurt when getting rejected as a freelancer.
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #careeradvice
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #careeradvice
Freelancing is finally being seen as an equal career path. It comes with its own unique pros and cons of course. Here's why now is as good a time as ever to dive into self-employment. 👇
November 26, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Freelancing is finally being seen as an equal career path. It comes with its own unique pros and cons of course. Here's why now is as good a time as ever to dive into self-employment. 👇
Slow periods happen for every freelancer. It’s what you do with them that defines if this is a viable career path for the future.
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#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #careeradvice
November 25, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Slow periods happen for every freelancer. It’s what you do with them that defines if this is a viable career path for the future.
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #careeradvice
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #careeradvice
The rise of freelancing isn’t replacing traditional jobs, it's an equal alternative. 29.8M solopreneurs now represent 81% of all U.S. small businesses. The shift is real! Here's why self-employment is as viable as ever. www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-se...
Why self-employment is a viable career path today — Solopreneurship is booming
Howdy! This is Career Freelancer, weekly insights on how to embrace freelancing as a sustainable career path, not just a stopgap between roles. Learn what strategies and tactics professional freelance...
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November 24, 2025 at 9:31 PM
The rise of freelancing isn’t replacing traditional jobs, it's an equal alternative. 29.8M solopreneurs now represent 81% of all U.S. small businesses. The shift is real! Here's why self-employment is as viable as ever. www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-se...
Ever felt like a client’s just tossing tasks at you? You’re not alone, but that’s not your only option. Leading a project, not just reacting to it, is how you protect your boundaries AND deliver better results. Learn how in this week's newsletter: www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-fr...
November 21, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Ever felt like a client’s just tossing tasks at you? You’re not alone, but that’s not your only option. Leading a project, not just reacting to it, is how you protect your boundaries AND deliver better results. Learn how in this week's newsletter: www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-fr...
How freelancers act as leaders, not order takers.
November 20, 2025 at 6:47 PM
How freelancers act as leaders, not order takers.
Proactive networking is the best insurance policy as a freelancer.
November 20, 2025 at 12:11 AM
Proactive networking is the best insurance policy as a freelancer.
Want more clients? Spend five minutes every work day pitching, applying, or networking. Freelancing for the long haul requires you make business development a routine, one incremental step at a time.
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #careeradvice
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #careeradvice
November 17, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Want more clients? Spend five minutes every work day pitching, applying, or networking. Freelancing for the long haul requires you make business development a routine, one incremental step at a time.
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #careeradvice
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #careeradvice
November 14, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Your next move as a freelancer isn’t likely on your to-do list. Make the time today to start planning for the continued sustainable growth of your practice. One step at a time.
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #freelancer
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #freelancer
November 13, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Your next move as a freelancer isn’t likely on your to-do list. Make the time today to start planning for the continued sustainable growth of your practice. One step at a time.
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #freelancer
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #freelancer
Create marketing that energizes your audience AND you as a freelancer. That’s what works. 🧡
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips
November 12, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Create marketing that energizes your audience AND you as a freelancer. That’s what works. 🧡
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips
Long-term viability in self-employment isn't about one big win; it's about a consistent, reliable flow of income. Here’s how to find your own clients: lnkd.in/ewwX8PBW
November 12, 2025 at 1:27 AM
Long-term viability in self-employment isn't about one big win; it's about a consistent, reliable flow of income. Here’s how to find your own clients: lnkd.in/ewwX8PBW
Newish freelancers: Do the hard, unscalable things now. Your expertise multiplied through repeated, intentional effort can become your edge. Your future self will thank you.
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips
November 10, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Newish freelancers: Do the hard, unscalable things now. Your expertise multiplied through repeated, intentional effort can become your edge. Your future self will thank you.
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips
Don’t wait for connection to find you. Freelancers who thrive are the ones proactive about collaboration.
November 7, 2025 at 10:53 PM
Don’t wait for connection to find you. Freelancers who thrive are the ones proactive about collaboration.
Whether you're a freelancer or a full-time employee, don't wait until you need something to start sharing your expertise and accomplishments on private or public forums like LinkedIn.
The goal is proactively making the right people aware of your expertise, experience, and impact at work.
The goal is proactively making the right people aware of your expertise, experience, and impact at work.
November 6, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Whether you're a freelancer or a full-time employee, don't wait until you need something to start sharing your expertise and accomplishments on private or public forums like LinkedIn.
The goal is proactively making the right people aware of your expertise, experience, and impact at work.
The goal is proactively making the right people aware of your expertise, experience, and impact at work.
How I made freelancing less risky by diversifying with multiple clients, various industries, and different formats of work. The goal is to never rely on one source of income and have continual career security.
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips
November 5, 2025 at 10:36 PM
How I made freelancing less risky by diversifying with multiple clients, various industries, and different formats of work. The goal is to never rely on one source of income and have continual career security.
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips
Gigs today, career tomorrow! Build a lasting freelance practice by diversifying, pivoting, investing in skills, prioritizing work that sparks joy, and designing a career that reaps the full benefits of freelancing.
November 4, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Gigs today, career tomorrow! Build a lasting freelance practice by diversifying, pivoting, investing in skills, prioritizing work that sparks joy, and designing a career that reaps the full benefits of freelancing.
After 12 yrs of self-employment, here's my two cents on how to make freelancing a career that pays, remains enjoyable, and sustainable. Long-term success comes down to a few key habits:
1. Diversifying income streams to avoid relying too heavily on one client, project, or industry.
1. Diversifying income streams to avoid relying too heavily on one client, project, or industry.
November 4, 2025 at 11:28 PM
After 12 yrs of self-employment, here's my two cents on how to make freelancing a career that pays, remains enjoyable, and sustainable. Long-term success comes down to a few key habits:
1. Diversifying income streams to avoid relying too heavily on one client, project, or industry.
1. Diversifying income streams to avoid relying too heavily on one client, project, or industry.
How to describe yourself strategically as a freelancer to stand out, land more clients, and signal credibility and trust.
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips
November 3, 2025 at 7:54 PM
How to describe yourself strategically as a freelancer to stand out, land more clients, and signal credibility and trust.
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips
#freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips
How to market yourself as a freelancer without social media. Yes, I recognize the irony sharing here. 🙃
October 31, 2025 at 8:38 PM
How to market yourself as a freelancer without social media. Yes, I recognize the irony sharing here. 🙃
October 30, 2025 at 10:51 PM
October 30, 2025 at 1:29 AM