{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F49d64c07-7573-4a53-aa96-a22265b38445","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"<iframe style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px;\" title=\"The Pros and Cons of Self-Employment vs. Corporate Life (Ep 196)\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"clipboard-write\" seamless src=\"http://player.captivate.fm/episode/49d64c07-7573-4a53-aa96-a22265b38445\"></iframe>","title":"The Pros and Cons of Self-Employment vs. Corporate Life (Ep 196)","description":"Working for oneself or being a part of a corporate setup both have their merits and drawbacks. Having experienced both sides, I find it essential to weigh the advantages and disadvantages of each to make an informed decision. In this episode recorded last year, I share my personal journey, comparing my time as a self-employed career coach with my previous corporate life. Read the full blog on the website.\nTimestamps to guide your listening: \nReasons to love working for myself:\n21:50 - I'm my own boss\n24:13 - You can earn more money\n28:22 - Flexibility and balance\n30:33 - I am happier\n32:08 - I spend less\n33:33 - I am entrepreneurial\n34:04 - It can be more financially secure than having a job\n38:21 - Potential tax savings\nAdvantages of working for a company:\n39:52 - Regular paychecks\n40:31 - You can focus on what you do best\n41:15 - Teamwork\n42:52 - Pay package and benefits\n44:13 - Regular working hours.\n45:15 - Opportunities only available in your sector\nLinks mentioned in this episode:\nReset Your Career Workshop and Action Plan\nSubscribe to my newsletter\nThe Job Hunting Podcast Episode 62: My Career Story\nThe Job Hunting Podcast Episode 79: From corporate job to business owner\nJoin my Facebook Group - it's free!\nFollow me on Instagram and LinkedIn\nRegister for an Australian business number (ABN)\nThe Job Hunting Podcast Episode 78: Portfolio Career\nAbout the host, Renata Bernarde\nHello, I'm Renata Bernarde, the Host of The Job Hunting Podcast. I'm also an executive coach, job-hunting expert, and career strategist. I teach corporate, non-profit, and public professionals the steps and frameworks to help them find great jobs, change, and advance their careers with confidence and less stress. \nSubscribe to the weekly newsletter\nA free resource for job hunters: The Optimized Job Search Schedule\nLearn more about my career services on my website\nBook a time to discuss 1-1 coaching and achieve your goals faster\nOr email me at rb@renatabernarde.com","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/1bd1b565-03a7-473b-939a-10bfe555ce97/sHP-BI8O0DNjaC3npUGQdR-4.jpg"}