Welcome back to Finance Friday. It's another special edition of Money Girl where I answer your

burning money questions. Today's topic comes from a comment from Deborah E and a

question from Justin. So we'll start with Deborah who says I'm reaching out to thank

you for your book Money Smart Solopreneur. I've been more reluctant than I need to be about leaning into

freelance work. Your words have been an encouragement and leave me with no excuses. I'm looking

forward to what's ahead. And Justin says, I'm starting to earn enough

from my consulting side business to consider quitting my day job. If I leap into being self-employed full-time,

how can I get an affordable benefits package

similar to my employer's current offer?

Thanks for your kind words and being a book reader, Deborah. You summed up the reason I wrote

money smart solopreneur. I think many people feel intimidated or overwhelmed by

the idea of creating business income. So my goal for the book was to explain that becoming

an entrepreneur doesn't have to be complicated, nor do you need to invest a lot of money or time

to get started. So I wish you all the best in your freelance venture.

And Justin, I really appreciate your question about going from employee to self-employed.

While the traditional benefits you get at work are a nice perk,

replacing them may be easier and less expensive than you think.

Whether your business is still just a dream

or already providing you a good income,

this podcast will review how to create your own

affordable benefits package when you become your own boss. Welcome back

everyone and thanks for joining me on episode 861. I'm Laura Adams an award-winning author, finance

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