Anyone make the jump from Big 4 accounting advisory services to an independent gig?

I’ve been pondering the idea recently as a means to gain more work life balance and flexibility. I’d be okay with an occasional gig to provide a decent source of income for the family. Any insight into what you experiences have been like, where your early clients came from, things I can start doing now to set me up for LT success or other words of advice would be very appreciated.

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Following, have the same idea but in the indirect tax side

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Also following, a recruiter from People Caddie reached put to me with a similar proposition.

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