A freelance graphic designer faced an entitled request for free work from a woman in her church. Despite explaining her commitment to a paying client, the requester dismissed her professional boundaries, suggesting that working from home meant she had no real job responsibilities. The designer's firm but polite refusal highlighted the common misconception about freelance work, prompting support from fellow Reddit users who shared their own similar experiences regarding the expectation of free labor in creative fields.
She shuddered, then said, 'You work from home. It's not like you have a real job. You can take a break when you want to.'
I just blinked at her and I told her again that this is my actual job and that I don't do unpaid work, especially on a deadline.
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