“The benefits of having steady business go far beyond the ability to
pay your bills. There’s a huge psychological effect at work — one that
you need to be aware of if you want to achieve long-term success as
a freelance professional.”

He mentions three ways you can avoid disaster and create a cycle of good, positive outcomes.
1. Market yourself. Even when you don’t need it. If anything, it will put you in a position where you can choose which work and clients work best for you. That can have a very positive effect.
2. Watch you language. Be careful what you tell yourself when times get bad.
3. Find a “quick win”. Sometimes you need to get a quick easy job to get you back into things. Sometimes a quick win can turn into something bigger and lead to more clients.

“Why go after a quick win? Quick wins provide the fuel you need to get
back on the superhighway of success — and the protection you need to
avert negative downward spirals.”

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