More Or Fewer Freelancing Clients: Which Is Better?

While the answer might seem straightforward, there’s a lot more to consider

Chris Hanna
4 min readJan 4, 2023
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As a freelancer, you’ll be faced with many tough decisions when it comes to accepting or rejecting offers from clients. In the beginning, you might be tempted to take on everything that comes your way, but is that really the best approach?

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The Pros Of Having More Clients

Consistent Work

One of the main benefits of having more clients as a freelancer is the consistent work and income that it can provide. With a larger client base, you’ll have a steadier stream of projects and opportunities, which can help you plan your workload and budget more effectively.

Diversification

Another advantage of having more clients is diversification. By spreading your work across a larger number of clients, you’ll be less reliant on any single client for a significant portion of your income.

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Chris Hanna

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