Freelancer dilemma. In a 3 mo contract with a small indie; great people & clients; a LOT of work. They’re open to part-time + extension (~5 months), which suits me as I have a 2YO. I’ve also passed final stage for a top-tier agency, starting in ~3 weeks. If I take it, I’d do a short intense stint then take time off. Question: career signal or flexibility/lifestyle? And reputationally, is leaving a freelance contract early (with proper handover) acceptable?

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