It’s natural to want to feel like the work you’re doing is necessary—to feel like your clients need you. After all, you know that your job is safe when your clients are always in need of your help. But, adjust because you offer great services doesn’t mean that you’ll just be handed repeat freelance work. […]
Freelance Pitch Example: How Not to Pitch
By now, you’re aware that sending value-packed pitches is the best way to take full control of your career. Still, it can be intimidating to reach out to people. That’s often why job-bidding sites can look so much easier by comparison. But, those sites will only lead to low income and high frustration. What you […]
How Do I Get Freelance Clients on Facebook?
As you set out to find freelance clients, make sure you use a proven playbook: have a system for tracking and following-up on your pitches, and cast the widest net possible. Facebook can be an awesome place to expand your reach. Still, it shouldn’t be the only place you look for potential clients. So, why […]
4 Steps to Take for Clients That Don’t Pay
One of the worst things that can happen to you as a freelancer is having a client fail to pay you for your work. But, please know that this almost never happens. Clients that don’t pay are so rare that I haven’t had one in over 20 years of freelancing. Keep in mind that clients […]
The Fastest Way to Scale Your Freelance Business
As someone who has their own business or is thinking about starting one, you’re definitely familiar with the term “scale” and have likely seen a number of posts about how to scale your business. The topic of scaling your business is one you should pay close attention to for the success of your freelance business. […]
3 Must-Read Books for Freelancers
Every single successful person there’s ever been and ever will be shares one trait: persistence. Even if you have the perfect map filled with every direction you need to get somewhere, you’ll only make it if you continue to take steps forward. This means that you keep going regardless of any setbacks, delays, surprises, or […]