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Hello everyone really struggling with what to do ? I have just qualified after doing my apprenticeship ( the proper way not in 3 weeks ) and I'm considering going self-employed just wondering what all your thoughts are on what's best for me to do ?
 
first q. is " are you employed at the moment?". if so, going it alone is a big step. van/MFT/insurances all cost a bomb, then there's scam fees etc. if you are employed, i would think about doing private work spare time and if an when it builds up, then consider the break.

This is sensible way forward, especially in this climate
 
Hard times to choose the sole route.If you consider going alone to be like setting off in a skiff from Penzance to America,it IS possible but at the moment the tide,wind and elements are against you.There is no lifeboat (unless provided by yourself) not many ships will tow you (slows them down) and ALL the ships duties are yours....Sound a bit pessimistic? Sorry about that but reason beats giddiness all day long.In my opinion,if you have to ask,you know the answer,because to succeed you will require NO doubt. Starting to sound like the drill sarge in "Full Metal Jacket",so good luck in your decision :mickey:
 

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