What if everything you thought you knew about remote work and freelancing was based on stereotypes, outdated ideas, and misconceptions? Buckle up as we take on some common myths about freelancing and remote work that might be holding you back. We expose the false notion that there's a special section of remote jobs that require no skills or experience, and offer some down-to-earth insight about the various schemes, from trading to MLM, that might try to persuade you otherwise. With the right understanding and approach, almost all professional jobs can be done remotely - there is not a particular 'remote work industry' you need to learn about. But great remote roles are not going to come handed to you on a plate.  Transitioning to remote work can be challenging, but it’s not impossible. In this episode, we explore the hurdles you might face when trying to land your first remote job. It's not as easy as posting a request for work; you are competing with countless others, and recruiters screen through numerous applications before they even consider a candidate. We discuss how to make yourself stand out, attract the right attention, and make a strong case for your skills. Moreover, we explore the intricacies of switching to remote work or freelancing, the importance of developing a personal brand, and the value of keeping an open mind.  So, join us for an enlightening discussion and get a reality check on the world of remote work and freelancing.  It's time for some tough love! Support the show🌟 REMOTE WORK EUROPE CONNECTED IS OPEN! 🌟 We would love you to join us, before December 31st 2023 🎇 https://www.remoteworkeurope.eu/connected Let us know what you think, and what subjects you'd enjoy hearing about in future, just message our host Maya Middlemiss, or drop us a message, review, or voice-note, over at https://www.futureisfreelance.xyz/ You can support the Future is Freelance podcast by leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’s a chance to tell us what you love about the show, and it helps others discover it, too! Check out the Remote Work Europe community, and if you enjoy Maya's writing, the new Remote Echoes Substack 🌟 ✨ and publications store 📚 Make sure you grab our fabulous LinkedIn Guide to level up your remote freelance success, and we'll see you next week, Here's to your own freelance future 🤩