Have prepared a brand business for awhile. All professional experience /signs point to it/suspect it my calling. However all of my career has been building towards this point and now that it’s here, am terrified to approach customers. What’s worse is the job market is so bad, I feel I may have no choice…

That said, my fear is if I’be been unable to find a job (for two years), what if I’m unable to find/build a customer base? Savings is dwindling/paralyzed with fear/unsure of my next move..

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Given the volatility of the industry and that clients are now actively seeking cheaper, independently-owned alternatives, there’s never been a better time to give it a go like now. 👍

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