It depends on your market and the depth of your network. Some markets are so hot that you can land one gig after another. Certain types of clients may require a

It depends on your market and the depth of your network. Some markets are so hot that you can land one gig after another. Certain types of clients may require a lot of lead time, which lengthens your cash-flow cycles. Sometimes you come across client work where the client can wait for X months. Sometimes the client needs the job done yesterday. Each situation can be beneficial depending on your own situation.