Are you a freelancer? Or is that how you describe yourself to others? You might not realize it, but labeling yourself as a freelancer actually creates some limiting beliefs.
In this video, Chris takes a deep dive with Ben Burns and Greg Gunn on the topic of freelancing and what it really means. If you claim to be a freelancer, Chris has one message for you: you are not a freelancer.
What is a Freelancer?
Merriam Webster defines a freelancer as a person who pursues a profession without a long-term commitment to any one employer. Freelancers generally look for specific, short-term jobs, and get paid an hourly rate.
A freelancer sells their time and is expected to do the work themselves. They’re expected to have all the necessary tools to get the work done and be self-sufficient. They’re temporary employees, are directed by a supervisor/manager, and can either work on or off site.
Why Precision of Language Matters
So, what exactly is the harm in calling yourself a freelancer? Let’s think of it this way: what you think, you end up saying; and what you say, you end up doing.
We often say that your beliefs manifest into your reality, so if you believe you’re a freelancer—a temporary employee who works gig after gig—that’s what you’ll be.
The things you repeatedly do will become your routine, and your routine will become your habit. That habit eventually shapes your behavior, ultimately affecting your beliefs.