Freelance Peril: Skill Stagnation

 Sure, you're hearing a lot about freelancing as THE solution for the over-50. You might have been forced out of your job and it's near impossible to land another one.

But, unlike full-time positions, contracting usually has no professional development. The result: skill stagnation. That makes you unmarketable in a labor market mutating daily. I discuss this downside of freelancing on Substack.

As an intuitive career coach/tarot reader I uncover the opportunities/obstacles in your earning power that others miss. Free confidential consultation. If we work together, fees are custom-made for your budget. For an appointment: contact Jane Genova (text/phone 203-468-8579, janegenova374@gmail.com). In-person and remote.


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