Uncertain freelance income is one of the main sources of hesitancy for people who want to get started as freelancers. It’s also the single most common counter argument we are presented when encouraging people to start freelancing. And it’s true. Freelance income is different from a fixed salary. However, for independent workers, this perceived uncertainty of freelance income is not an insurmontable argument.
Acing the freelance interview: a 2 way street
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So, you finally got that freelance interview invitation after applying on half a dozen platforms and a lot of different jobs. It’s a big step, but you’re still away from the finish line. Be it…
Where do I start? There are plenty of articles online about freelance rates, how to calculate them and how to communicate them. Most of these blogs and authors give good and relevant advice. The exception being the “mentors” that try to convince you that wishing is doing
How to write a killer freelance cover letter?
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When starting out, freelance cover letters can be a source of anxiety. For those who are already comfortable with traditional cover letters and resumes, it’s a bit easier though. That being said, the freelance cover letter is a bit different from standard cover letters. After all, you’re not applying for a full-time job. You’re most likely vying for a place on a specific project.
At some point during one’s freelance career, there is a question that is always asked: “Where do I stand when it comes to freelancer skills?”. Everyone goes through that phase at some point or another. But, it’s mainly people without a “standard” profesional background that are plagued with these doubts.
Understanding Freelance Client Archetypes
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Not all clients are cut from the same cloth and I had specific approaches for different types of clients. What I failed to notice, is that not all freelance clients are at the same “level”. Which brings us to this article about client archetypes in the freelancing world.
How to start freelancing : getting started right
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To start freelancing, having the right mindset is not nearly enough. To get your freelance career started, you need to follow a few specific steps. This freelancing guide will outline the main steps you need to know and their importance. The kind of insight I wish I had when I was starting out as a freelancer. The kind of steps every independent worker goes through sooner or later.
If you’re here, chances are that you’re looking for a clear-cut answer to a complex question: “how to get started as a freelancer?”. Let’s make things clear: there is no simple answer to this question. Even more so given the current transformation of the working environment and the growing popularity of freelancing. Twenty years ago, it was easier (in some respect) to get started as a freelancer and build a career. Nowadays, having skills and expertise are not nearly enough. You need to know how to proceed and what mistakes not to make.