I'm just glad I have a way out potentially as a developer. Starting to build up client base still far from being able to be self employed but I'm grateful to be

I'm just glad I have a way out potentially as a developer. Starting to build up client base still far from being able to be self employed but I'm grateful to be aware/know where to look to learn. I'm not a fan of my day job with regard to, regardless of their customer input (say they did a lot of business) I don't get a bump or tip or anything. No incentive to try harder also my day job any kid off the street can do so what can I say.