Freelancing is something that has its own risks. Like any business, you are dealing with all sorts of clients. Those who are new to the game may not have a set policy, but they should. Whether you are new to freelancing for writing or even web design, here are some ideas to include into your
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So You Want To Hire A Freelancer
There are a lot of freelancers available online or in your local community. However, no matter how many there are, it can be difficult to choose the right one. The problem I see a lot in freelance project bidding sites are people unwilling to properly invest in their projects. They have ridiculous expectations. Here are
[Continue Reading...]Freelancing and Time Management
Working on your own, you may or may not have come to know the word ‘procrastination.’ It could be from social networking, games, phone calls, family, or any other activities. Of course, you should never sacrifice any of those completely, but you should try to be more focused. Here are some ways you can manage
[Continue Reading...]Freelancing: Ask The Right Questions From the Beginning
When first contacting a client to start a new project, it is essential to have a few questions in mind in order to get things rolling smoothly. A breakdown in communication is a sure way to lose a client and possible chance of being referred to others – in other words, for a web designer,
[Continue Reading...]The Freelancers Creed
Some of this is slight a tongue-in-cheek type post. It comes after having dealt with clients who have expected more than what was agreed upon a project. So, here is my Freelancers Creed: 1. A freelancer can accept or refuse business, or recommend projects to a colleague. 2. A freelancer is not free. 3. A
[Continue Reading...]5 Ways To Become a Better Freelance Web Designer
Here are some things I have found to work the past few years to become better as a freelance web designer. 1. Connect with others in your niche. You can learn and teach. Also, you never know when a colleague might think of you for a client they might not be able to complete a
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