Wondering why is it better to create your own website rather than selling on marketplaces? The answer is pretty simple, but I want you to think about this. First, let me ask you a question: why are you building this business? Do you want to be an entrepreneur? Or an employee?

That’s what I thought. You want to build a business that allows you to be your own boss. That gives your freedom to choose your schedule, your income & well.. your clients.

Top 5 Reasons Why Is It Better To Create Your Own Website

The harsh truth is – relying on marketplaces will never give you this opportunity.

Yep, they are great for extending your business and getting that extra % of income, BUT your own brand and your own website will always bring you more customers, more leads & more freedom!

1. Your own website represents JUST YOU

Ok, I get it, marketplaces get great visits, BUT they also have thousands of other service providers fighting for the same person!

You are competing in an over-saturated marketplace and worst of all – you can not show who you really are.

Now your own website represents JUST YOU.

It allows you to really showcase your best work, your personality, your values & your testimonials in one place.

You want to build a business that will serve you for years.

You want to see it grow & scale and flourish.

A website will help you establish yourself, your name & your business. No marketplace can help you do that

2.No need to give away that percentage when you create your own website.

Most marketplaces take a huge cut from your clients even if you do all of the work.

With your own website, you can sell your services or products without any huge monthly fees and take full profit.

I know marketplaces can be great for exposure, but if you send customers your meet in real life or on social media to your Fiverr or Upwork account, you’re simply giving your money away!

3. Launching your own website takes you from freelancer to business owner.

Freelancers work all the freakin time, they don’t choose clients, they end up working more than those stuck in office jobs and they just can’t seem to get a break.

Now business owners get to choose who they want to work with and when. They get to control their time, their income, and their growth.

Your own websites provide you with that leap as it makes it easier for you to book clients, scale & decide what clients you want to work with.

4. It helps you build trust.

New clients and prospects might want to know about you and your business before making that order.

Your website can be a great vehicle for people to learn more and attain that comfort level they seek.

5. You can sell your own digital products.

Imagine waking up to sales without needing to lift a finger to complete the order? That’s what selling digital goods can create!

I know selling services might your jam right now & you definitely don’t need to give it up completely, but creating a couple of digital products can help you feel more at peace with your business & guarantee some additional income each month.

So tell me, do you prefer offering your services on marketplaces or your own website? Share your experience in the comments.