Thinking about going freelance. I want to have more control over the projects and clients I work on, and get more involved in strategy and creative vs politics and leadership.

Anyone here who’s made a similar move? Do you regret? Can you make decent money?

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I have (title posted is very outdated), and it’s been the best thing I’ve ever done. I’m at the GAD lever. Feel free to to DM me and I’ll give you more deets.

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