Once upon a time in Egypt – and pretty much everywhere else – most graduates’ dreams revolved around getting their hands on that one stable job to provide them with a steady income until the day they retire. Today, however, the youth’s aspirations transcend the rigidity that comes with stability. Rather than having lines to color within, they want blank canvases to paint however they please. Whether you’re shifting careers, building a professional track early on in parallel with undergraduate studies, or you simply feel restrained by working under the mandates of an employer, working on a freelance basis can certainly be an attractive option. However, it comes at a price. “It’s not for everyone but that shouldn’t stop people from attempting it,” says Laila Hassaballa, 26-year-old graphic designer. “It might seem difficult and almost impossible to sustain at the start but after a while you get the hang of it and really make it your own, finding your own solutions to the problems you face.” Speaking to several freelancers who currently, or have at some point relied solely on freelancing to finance their lives, we bring you this ‘Friendly Guide to…
