Working from home has generally been a positive experience for many, yet it has led to misconceptions about freelancers' availability. A graphic designer shared an incident where a woman assumed she was free during work hours, highlighting broader societal misunderstandings about freelance work. Many believe freelancers enjoy free time just because they are not in a traditional office. This article elaborates on how assumptions about remote work can lead to expectations and strained relationships, emphasizing the invisible workload that freelancers often manage behind closed doors.
Many people assume that if you're a freelancer working from home, your day must be wide open, with free lunches, midday naps, and spontaneous coffee dates galore.
When you're on a regular schedule, clocking in at an office, spending hours in a visible space, people see you at a desk from nine to five.
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