{"id":6186,"date":"2023-06-09T10:55:17","date_gmt":"2023-06-09T10:55:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/forest-1041a2.ingress-bonde.ewp.live\/how-to-start-a-freelance-business\/"},"modified":"2023-06-09T10:55:17","modified_gmt":"2023-06-09T10:55:17","slug":"how-to-start-a-freelance-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/benrmatthews.local\/how-to-start-a-freelance-business\/","title":{"rendered":"How to start a freelance business"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >On this page<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"http:\/\/benrmatthews.local\/how-to-start-a-freelance-business\/#Do_Your_Research\" title=\"Do Your Research\">Do Your Research<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"http:\/\/benrmatthews.local\/how-to-start-a-freelance-business\/#Make_a_Freelance_Business_Plan\" title=\"Make a Freelance Business Plan\">Make a Freelance Business Plan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"http:\/\/benrmatthews.local\/how-to-start-a-freelance-business\/#Plan_Your_Freelance_Finances\" title=\"Plan Your Freelance Finances\">Plan Your Freelance Finances<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"http:\/\/benrmatthews.local\/how-to-start-a-freelance-business\/#Choose_a_Business_Structure\" title=\"Choose a Business Structure\">Choose a Business Structure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"http:\/\/benrmatthews.local\/how-to-start-a-freelance-business\/#Pick_and_Register_Your_Freelance_Business_Name\" title=\"Pick and Register Your Freelance Business Name\">Pick and Register Your Freelance Business Name<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"http:\/\/benrmatthews.local\/how-to-start-a-freelance-business\/#Get_Licenses_and_Permits\" title=\"Get Licenses and Permits\">Get Licenses and Permits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"http:\/\/benrmatthews.local\/how-to-start-a-freelance-business\/#Choose_Your_Accounting_System\" title=\"Choose Your Accounting System\">Choose Your Accounting System<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"http:\/\/benrmatthews.local\/how-to-start-a-freelance-business\/#Set_Up_Your_Work_Place\" title=\"Set Up Your Work Place\">Set Up Your Work Place<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"http:\/\/benrmatthews.local\/how-to-start-a-freelance-business\/#Get_Your_Team_Ready\" title=\"Get Your Team Ready\">Get Your Team Ready<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"http:\/\/benrmatthews.local\/how-to-start-a-freelance-business\/#Promote_Your_Freelance_Business\" title=\"Promote Your Freelance Business\">Promote Your Freelance Business<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>The U.S. freelance workforce has grown to 56.7 million people, up 3.7 million since 2014, according to the fifth annual Freelancing in America study, commissioned by Upwork and Freelancers Union<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>When you consider some of the most popular reasons to start a freelance business, it&#8217;s no wonder that freelancers are everywhere.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Having a unique idea, designing a career that has the flexibility to grow with you, working toward financial independence, and investing in yourself \u2014 these are all important reasons to start freelancing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>But not every freelance business can be a success. In fact, only about two-thirds of freelancers with employees survive at least two years, and about half survive five years. So you may be in for a real challenge when you decide to take the plunge, ditch your day job, and become a business owner. The stage is often set in the beginning, so make sure you follow all the necessary steps when starting your freelance business.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Here are 10 steps that you need to start a freelance business. Take one step at a time, and you&#8217;ll be on your way to successful freelance business ownership.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Your_Research\"><\/span><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Do Your Research<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Most likely you have already identified a freelance business idea, so now it&#8217;s time to balance it with a little reality. Does your idea have the potential to succeed? You will need to run your business idea through a validation process before you go any further.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>In order for a freelance business to be successful, it must solve a problem, fulfil a need or offer something the market wants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>There are many ways you can identify this need, including research, focus groups, and even trial and error. As you explore the market, some of the questions you should answer include:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Is there a need for your anticipated products\/services?<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Who needs it?<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Are there other companies offering similar products\/services now?<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>What is the competition like?<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>How will your business fit into the market?<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Don&#8217;t forget to ask yourself some questions, too, about starting a freelance business before you take the plunge.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_a_Freelance_Business_Plan\"><\/span><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Make a Freelance Business Plan<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>You need a plan to make your freelance business idea a reality.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>A business plan is a blueprint that will guide your freelance business from \u00a0start-up through to establishment and growth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>A business plan is a must-have for all new freelance freelancers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>The good news is that there are different types of freelance business plans for different types of freelancers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>A simple one-page freelance business plan can give you clarity about what you hope to achieve and how you plan to do it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>In fact, you can even create a working business plan on the back of a napkin, and improve it over time. Some kind of plan in writing is always better than nothing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plan_Your_Freelance_Finances\"><\/span><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Plan Your Freelance Finances<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Starting a freelance business doesn&#8217;t need a lot of money.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>But your freelance business will need some initial investment to cover ongoing expenses before you are turning a profit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Put together a spreadsheet that estimates the one-time startup costs for your business:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Licenses and permits<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Equipment<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Legal fees<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Insurance<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Branding<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Market research<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Inventory<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Trademarking<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Events<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Property leases<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Also make a list what you expect you will need to keep your business running for at least 12 months:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Rent<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Utilities<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Marketing and advertising<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Production<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Supplies<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Travel expenses<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Employee salaries<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Your own salary<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Etc<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Those numbers combined is the initial investment you will need.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Now that you have a rough number in mind, there are many ways you can fund your freelance business, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Financing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Freelance business loans<\/li>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Freelance business grant<\/li>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Angel investors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Crowdfunding<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul><\/ul>\n<ul><\/ul>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>You can also attempt to get your business off the ground by bootstrapping, using as little capital as necessary to start your freelance business.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>You may find that a combination of the paths listed above work best.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>The goal here, though, is to work through the options and create a plan for setting up the capital you need to get your business off the ground.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choose_a_Business_Structure\"><\/span><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Choose a Business Structure<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Your freelance business can be a sole proprietorship, a partnership, a limited liability company (LLC) or a corporation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>The business entity you choose will impact many factors from your business name, to your liability, to how you file your taxes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>You may choose an initial business structure, and then reevaluate and change your structure as your business grows and needs change.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Depending on the complexity of your business, it may be worth investing in a consultation from an attorney or CPA to ensure you are making the right structure choice for your business.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pick_and_Register_Your_Freelance_Business_Name\"><\/span><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Pick and Register Your Freelance Business Name<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Your business name plays a role in almost every aspect of your business, so you want it to be a good one. Make sure you think through all the potential implications as you explore your options and choose your business name.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Once you have chosen a name for your business, you will need to check if it&#8217;s trademarked or currently in use. Then, you will need to register it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>A sole proprietor must register their business name with either their state or county clerk.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Corporations, LLCs, or limited partnerships register their business name when filing the formation paperwork.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Don&#8217;t forget to register your domain name once you have selected your business name.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Try these options if your ideal domain name is already taken.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Licenses_and_Permits\"><\/span><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Get Licenses and Permits<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Paperwork is a part of the process when you start your own business.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>There are a variety of licenses and permits that may apply to your situation, depending on the type of freelance business you are starting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>You will need to research what licenses and permits apply to your business during the start-up process.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choose_Your_Accounting_System\"><\/span><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Choose Your Accounting System<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Freelance business \u00a0run well when there are systems in place. One of the most important systems for a freelance business is an accounting system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Your accounting system is necessary to create and manage your budget, send invoices, and file your taxes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>You can set up your accounting system yourself, or hire an accountant to take away some of the guesswork.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>If you decide to get started on your own, make sure you consider these questions that are vital when<\/span><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;> choosing freelance accounting software<\/span><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Set_Up_Your_Work_Place\"><\/span><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Set Up Your Work Place<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Setting up where you work is important for the operation of your business, whether you will have a home office, a shared or private office space, or a coworking space.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>You will need to think about your location, equipment, and setup, and make sure your business location works for the type of freelance work you will be doing.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Your_Team_Ready\"><\/span><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Get Your Team Ready<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>If your freelance business grows, you make be thinking about hiring employees, now is the time to start the process. Make sure you take the time to outline the positions you need to fill, and the job responsibilities that are part of each position.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>If you are not hiring employees, but instead outsourcing work to other freelancers, now is the time to work with an attorney to get your independent contractor agreement in place and start your search.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>If you are a true solopreneur hitting the freelance business road alone, you may not need employees or contractors, but you will still need your own support team.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>This team contain a mentor, freelance coach, or even your family, and serves as your go-to resource for advice, motivation and reassurance when the freelance footpath gets bumpy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Promote_Your_Freelance_Business\"><\/span><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Promote Your Freelance Business<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Once your freelance business is up and running, you need to start attracting clients and customers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>You&#8217;ll want to start with the basics by writing a unique selling proposition (USP) and creating a marketing plan.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Then, explore as many<\/span><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;> freelance business marketing ideas<\/span><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;> as possible so you can decide how to promote your business most .<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=&quot;font-weight: 400;&quot;>Once you have completed these business start-up activities, you will have all the most important bases covered. 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