Exactly. People who've always been employees often forget that they're actually being paid for doing something very special that brings value to the company. An

Exactly. People who've always been employees often forget that they're actually being paid for doing something very special that brings value to the company. And that this value has a cost, which is why they're been paid in the first place. Not because your boss likes you, or that you've got a great resume. I would recommend everyone to spend some time freelancing, even on the side. It completely changes your relation to your work and your client/boss. In a very positive way ( less thinking about affect, more about skills and value).