Moi? I believe there is a difference between: - Freelancer - Contractor - Consultant The point being, if you believe you are currently positioned as freelancer (i.e., effectively highly replaceable) then perhaps first work on morphing to Contractor or Consultant. If nothing else, this would likely mean an increase your rates. Also, before you add someone similar to yourself (i.e., doing hands on ERP work) outsource a…
I think I am more a consultant. I am already running my own limited company and doing my own marketing, i.e posting in linkedin, blogging and talking in conferences and organizing events in the space. Good point about outsourcing the back office stuff. I need to do that more.
My pointing is, if you are a consultant, then make sure everyone else knows what as well. You don't want anyone thinking you're some disposable, generic, freelancer.