Ano Ang Freelancing? Ft. Mikee Baniel

About This Episode

Mikee Baniel is a 22-year-old freelancer who balances client work with caregiving for her mother, a double stroke patient. In this episode, Mikee shares how she finds and keeps the right clients — prioritizing peace of mind over high pay — and why professional communication in email builds credibility before a single task begins. Her steady message to aspiring freelancers: slow progress is still progress, so start now and keep going.

Key Takeaways

• •Responsibility and constraint, like caring for a family member, can become a source of strength and resilience as a freelancer.
• •The right client is transparent, respectful, and pays on time — peace of mind is worth more than a higher rate from a difficult client.
• •Consistent communication and proactive status updates build the trust that makes client relationships long-lasting.
• •Professional email writing is one of the first skills aspiring freelancers should develop; it establishes credibility before work begins.
• •Do not stay trapped in a client relationship that disrespects your time or withholds payment, regardless of the pay.
• •Slow progress is still progress — start your freelance journey now and let consistency compound over time.

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