Been mildly anxious for one year, already set my mental objective for 2023

[EDMClub21]

Hi everyone. I am a 23 year old male that has been under Mutual Obligations regarding JobSeeker payments. Throughout, my biggest worries have been being placed into forced labour, being abused by staff at compulsory appointments, and even being pressured to find a job in the quickest time possible.

I knew that finding a job isn't easy, so I undertook online courses, networked with like-minded individuals and done some volunteering and internships regarding my passion of marketing. In 2023, in order to fulfil my mental health and financial welfare, I am excited to become a freelancer, which has become a popular trend. After doing a DJ competition last year, I've realised that it's time to get into freelancing, become my own boss and overthrow those dreadful mutual obligations through earning multiple income sources. I think health and wellbeing should be considered when finding a job or starting a career, right? 

[Bob_22]

Hi EDMClub21,

Thanks for your post. I think your absolutely right. I found working in toxic environments or in jobs that I didn't want to be in that I would burn out quite quickly. I would also be disinterested that would lead to poor work performance. 

When I was about your age I was also on jobseeker and found the paperwork and requirements tedious. I have never considered starting my own business as I don't think I'm equipped that way but if it is what you're passionate about then you should go for it. It sounds like you've done a tonne of preparation and have enough experience in marketing to know what is involved. Might be worth getting some advice from others in the industry and/or work with a consultant but that is your prerogative. 

Hope that helps.

Bob