Thats it, im done

freelancer · #1 (**permalink**) 03-10-2008, 10:43

Thats right. I have officially decided to call it quits and shut up shop. I am fedup of been alone all day and working silly hours, with little pay reward and irregular work. I seem to have hit a rut, and I dont feel like I can go on.

Does anyone have any tips for me? Anything that might help me cope or improve the situation?

I am looking at getting a full time job again, something with decent pay so I can commit to getting a Land Rover e.t.c

Im not sure how you go about closing down, what do I do??

www.shopmaker.co.uk · #2 (**permalink**) 03-10-2008, 10:49

Keep your chin up Ben.
Times are tough at the moment but thats the business cycle.

AmyJo · #3 (**permalink**) 03-10-2008, 11:15

Sorry you're feeling this way. No advice Im afraid just good wishes in whatever you decide.

accountantpete · #4 (**permalink**) 03-10-2008, 11:19

Don't throw away your hard work with a hasty decision-we all go through times when business is bad and personally I drive a 10 year old Renault and am looked down upon by Range Rover drivers but at least I am my own boss.

Fuzzy · #5 (**permalink**) 03-10-2008, 11:46

It's important to not make any hasty decisions and take some time out to reflect. Have a few days break that way you can weight up the pros and cons of jacking it in with a level head. Lots of Luck

Cracking Media · #6 (**permalink**) 03-10-2008, 12:32

Ben, ask yourself, what is your dream? What do you really want to achieve? If that means you working for yourself and having more control over reaching those goals then stick with it. Don't let discouragement or the opinion of others pull you down. There are lots of disappointments in life, nothing is perfect, just take one day at a time and press on.

Peter

Webby · #7 (**permalink**) 03-10-2008, 12:56

It's also important to step back a bit and realistically review your situation

Jeewhizz · #8 (**permalink**) 03-10-2008, 12:58

Useful advice. I'd go with Fuzzy, and take a day or two out, and re-think what your goals are, how you plan to achieve them etc.

The job market isn't looking too hot at the moment either for some sectors.

fee · #9 (**permalink**) 03-10-2008, 12:59

whatever you decide ben , good luck with it...but i agree with the others, take some time before you do anything .......

pvcprinting · #10 (**permalink**) 03-10-2008, 13:16

Ben,

Lots of great advise posted chap...take a few days to reflect and then come back fresh

Sure you can achieve your goals

How are you obtaining business?

Advertising?
Referrals?

If I was to be hyper critical I would have a guess that your website does not convert very well

Have to say that I was not really inspired to dig deeper

Hope you take that in the vein it is meant...I am NOT a web geek and am certainly NOT any sort of authority on the subject.....simply an observation from somebody that would possibly look to engage your services

Chin up chap....A1 is always here for you