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@u/Prudent-Acadia22506 months ago · e.g. 1 year after
8/10
Regret

shutting down freelance business

Recent bad gig left me feeling crap, worried about reviews

What I wish I knew
how to handle difficult clients
FreelanceGraphic Design
@u/Delicious-Tax-24826 months ago · 1 year after
6/10
Regret

Purchasing a freelance ID before getting paid

I paid for the ID and still waited a month for payment

What I wish I knew
The platform was a scam
FreelancePayment
@u/HiddenCascade7 months ago · 1 year after
6/10
Regret

Communicate boundaries with clients

Hit communication bottleneck with clients sending long voice notes

What I wish I knew
To establish clear communication expectations upfront
FreelanceClient Communication
@u/Complex-Feedback32827 months ago · 3 months after
8/10
Regret

Applying to freelance briefs on a specific platform

Received no responses despite 90 proposals, noticed suspicious patterns

What I wish I knew
Research the platform thoroughly before investing
FreelancePlatform Issues
@u/Rude_Ad94207 months ago · past few months after
8/10
Regret

Posting in freelance communities without considering the impact

I've wasted time responding to fake leads, damaging trust in the community

What I wish I knew
Be cautious of low-budget offers and cheap talk
FreelanceFake Leads