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How do you justify getting paid for what you do?
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This is an excellent question because we live in a time where we are becoming
more globalized and connected by technology. It is also a very turbulent time.
Many people are finding their jobs pay less or vanish because the world is a different
place. If an automated computer can do your job or if your job can be done by
someone cheaper in another country, you are in big trouble. What seems safe today
can vanish tomorrow.
Skills that are becoming more valuable are those that cannot be done by a computer.
Creativity, vision, and the ability to execute that vision ARE becoming more
valuable. Last time I checked, computers still SUCK at these things. If a client
calls you, this is what they want:
1) Work that is unique.
2) Work that is well done.
3) Work that is on time.
4) They want to work with someone who will make their life easier.
I would pay for that. Wouldn't you?
James Yang (more answers by this person)
Freelance Illustrator
James Yang
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