Before you decide to start freelancing full-time you need to make sure you’re ready. Are you financially, mentally, and emotionally ready to take the plunge? Even if you’re planning to do it on the side or moonlight, you still need to prepare yourself. Being a freelancer is the same as running a “real” business. If …
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Follow up for freelancers
Following up with leads is recommended when you’re freelancing. Many times just the advice to follow up is given, without any of the reasoning behind it. Well, there are two reasons why you should follow up with potential clients. 1. Win more clients The first and most oblivious reason is that you’ll win more clients …
Always Try to Help Your Client
The one goal of every freelancer should be to always act in the best interests of a client. Or as a less formal version: always help a client. Sure you need to protect yourself and your time from unreasonable requests. Sure you need to pay your own bills and not give away work for free. …
Reviewing your ideal client definition
As your business grows it’s important to review the core processes that compose it. This includes your ideal client definition. Growth and change Working in one area for months will let you spot trends and events. Your business is no different. Throughout your career you will grow personally and professionally. So will your business. You …
Ultimate List of Marketing Tools for Freelancers
When used correctly, the right tool can produce amazing results. But sometimes it’s hard to find the right tool that fits. Which is why I created this free list of over 200 freelance marketing tools. These tools will help you save time, reduce communication screw-ups, and find better clients for your freelance business. You’ll also …