There is no better feeling in life than taking control of your own financial future and controlling everything about your working life. Breaking away from the chains of a 9-5 office routine can bring a sense of fulfilment not much else can, and starting a business is a dream come true. Whether you have quit your corporate life to start your own e-commerce business, to become an artist, or to develop your own app — there are many perks to working for yourself. Below, we’ve listed some of those perks and convince you why you should make a change and chase your dreams this year.
By Team Savant
Image: Keren Levand
Create Your Own Vibe
The first thing that is great about working for yourself is the ability to control your own working environment. The beauty of owning a business means you can work anywhere. Whether you decide to rent out a Soho Office or you work from your own spare room, you can create a workspace that works for you and has everything you need. Colorful walls, a spacious desk, and fun artwork - you can make your office into your own palace and this is something that will inspire you to work harder and take your steps to becoming a successful entrepreneur.
Work Flexible Hours
In the last 10 years there has been a major shift in the way people work. Where it was the normal in the 00s to work from 9-5 and then come home and repeat; this way of working no longer suits everyone and workplaces have noticed. The great thing about having your own business is that you control your working hours and this means you only have to work when you feel like it is necessary for you. You can work early in the morning, in the middle of the day, or late at night. Work around your personal life and enjoy a much better work life balance that suits you.
Be Creative with Content
Content is a fun part of marketing your own small business. Whereas working as a marketing consultant for a larger company might limit you in terms of content; working for yourself gives you control over what you want to share. You can make YouTube and TikTok videos, create fun articles, and share content that makes you happy. This is the great thing about being a creative person in control of their own business and it will likely get you seen by many of the right people.
Work Anywhere And Everywhere
Fancy working on the sofa? Go for it. Want to work in a cafe? Feel free! By far the best thing about working for yourself is the freedom. You can work at home, in a park, or even abroad if you want to. There are no walls around your business and this gives you the chance to explore new places and work while also enjoying travel.
If you like any of these ideas for your working life, consider starting your own business today and take control of your life.