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Is it possible to be self employed from home if i have autism? (leminal.space)
submitted 3 weeks ago by GrumpyCat@leminal.space to c/autism@lemmy.world
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Like i want to do something where i am my own boss, i make my own time. Im just not sure how possible something like that would be or if its a good idea, Im even sure what i could do to be self employed. I tend to dream big and this may be one of those dreams. I just feel limited on what i can do, Like im too afraid to drive and im stuck at home because i have to look after parents and such. I dont even know how to make a actual resume.

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[–] Captainautism@lemmy.dbzer0.com 2 points 3 weeks ago

Yes, absolutely! I struggled so much working for others for a long time! Then, I got laid off from my first wfh job a few years ago. I was devastated. I applied to over 600 jobs, and interviewed and interviewed. Nothing worked. While I was job hunting I started freelancing.

I slowly picked up a few clients and then a few more! Eventually, I stopped job hunting and made freelancing into my real job! I’m so very happy working…for the first time in my life! I work when I want to, and don’t when I don’t want to. However, I keep myself accountable by always being reachable to clients during normal business hours and work extra when I need to.

You can do it if you figure out what you’re good at and don’t mind doing.