We’ve talked before about how a portfolio is absolutely necessary to further your freelance career. Another necessary element that can help convince businesses to work with you—even before they talk with you? Testimonials from freelance clients! Read on to find out why testimonials are such powerful proof, plus how to collect testimonials from your freelance […]
Contract Work and Freelance Work: Can You Do Both?
There’s a fair share of lingo batted around in the freelancing world. And that can make it a bit confusing if you’re just starting out. Today, we’re shedding some light on the question of whether you can take on contract work and freelance work at the same time. (Spoiler alert: Yes!) Similarities Between Contract Work […]
Finding Success as a Freelance Introvert
While extraverts get lots of energy from interacting with others, introverts tend to need time alone so they can recharge their batteries. Our team has found that many introverts are wary of striking out on their own because they feel overwhelmed by the thought of networking events and cold outreaches. And this begs the question: […]
Signing an NDA as a Freelancer: What You Need to Know
Picture this: Your potential client sends you a document and asks you to sign it. That’s not out of the ordinary. Most of us sign without much resistance because we want the work, right? But there is one type of document that makes people pause (or stop in their tracks). Should you be signing an […]
Find Great Freelance Job Listings
Finding businesses you want to work with and pitching them is a great way to control your business and your income. But there’s another side to the equation, which can be a great way to complement your pitching game. There are a few places you can go to look for freelance job listings, beef up […]
Is it Possible to Freelance Part-Time?
Both financial and lifestyle gurus talk a lot about “side hustles.” It’s actually quite a popular buzzword. But, what is a side hustle? And is it the same as choosing to freelance part-time? Basically, a side hustle is a small business (or a sole proprietorship) that helps you bring in extra money in your free […]