“What is your best advice for becoming a full time professional freelancer?” That’s a question I get asked all the time. In other words, a lot of people ask me to provide them with a recipe for freelancing success. At the risk of disappointing you, I’ll preface this by saying there is no “one size … Read more
Self promotion can be hard for many new freelancers, especially if you have only recently made the jump from being a full time employee to running your own freelance business. When you work as an employee for a company, they make sure you have work on your desk. Every day, you come in, sit down, … Read more
Like many freelancers, you’re probably insecure about your pricing. How do you accurately price non-commodity work? How do you compare one professional’s work to another? How do you determine what’s fair to charge when you’re dealing with abstract concepts like the effectiveness of writing, the cleanliness of code, or the beauty of a design? Truthfully, … Read more
Finding clients and marketing your freelance business… it’s the biggest struggle for most freelancers. If you’re just getting started then chances are you have no idea how to find new clients or get your name out there in front of the right people. While the task of finding clients and marketing your freelance business can … Read more
What I’m about to share with you are three real situations where I turned down freelance work. All three situations were turned down for different reasons and each had a unique reaction from the client. Why you should start saying “no” to freelance work You’re going to be tempted to take on every project that comes … Read more
Freelancing on the side is an appealing idea. But following your dream to freelance as a full-time freelance business seems too hard to do, so you stick to what pays the bills and keep your day job. Sound familiar? You do what needs done to get by, but does that mean you should shelve your … Read more
You’ve found the client, you’ve discussed the project in detail, and now’s your chance to make some money! I’ve shared how to find clients without having to chase after them, how to start each project off on the right foot with a questionnaire, and now comes arguably one of the most important steps in the process – creating … Read more
For freelancers, connecting with people can be difficult. However, creating a good first impression will help grow your brand, make a name for yourself, and help you to make money. With that being said, it’s important to be on top of your game when it comes to standing out to a potential employer. If you’re … Read more
The rise of freelancing career has had a positive impact on the lifestyle of many. To those who felt caught in the office cubicles with 9 to 5 jobs, the concept of freelancing was fresh and provided excellent prospects. Not just with employees, freelancing has inspired the student community as well. More and more learners … Read more
Freelancing has become one of the top income avenues for people all over the world today. A freelancer is a self-employed person who’s not bound to a single or long term employer and has the capability of working for different clients. Freelancing can be done from a remote location or even on-site. Despite the amount … Read more