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5 effective marketing tools for interior designers
Anna KovalchenkoThe first years in a new interior design business can be very daunting when you don’t have established database of clients and expansive portfolio yet....
Why net 30 isn’t good for your freelance business
Bernard MeyerNet 30 is one of the most common invoicing payment terms used by small, medium, and large businesses. While it is a standard payment practice,...
The ideal office design for happy and creative professionals
Mania MavridouCan we increase our creativity by changing our office design and decoration? Is it possible to reduce stress only by choosing the right elements and...
8 quotes about freelancers that will make you love your job even more
Kate ThoraBeing a freelancer is one of the best jobs in the world. You get to set your own hours, work from wherever you like, and...
How to leverage craigslist for your freelance career
Kady SandelLike many of you, I’ve always wanted to have a location agnostic career. Quite simply, to work from where my laptop is. My goal was...
What to do when your client doesn’t pay
Sharon McElweeThe anonymous nature of the internet makes it easy for people to hide. While most of us are honest folks, unfortunately not everyone shares our...
Do this when a client is angry & disrespectful to you in person or on the phone
Lou LevitA terrible jittery feeling spread through my stomach. The lump in my throat hardened and my head began to spin. ‘How did I find myself...
3 Tips for writing a contract for freelancers in the creative field
Patrick WattIf you work in the creative field, there is a good chance that you will do some or all of your work as a freelancer. Meaning,...
The 3 top ways I found clients as a newbie freelancer
Jorden RoperLook for information on how to land freelance writing clients, and you’ll come across a lot of different methods, like: Using SEO on your website to attract clients...
How to find high-paying clients from job boards
Jorden RoperYou’ve got a great website, a clear niche, and you’re ready to start working as a full-time freelance writer. There’s just one problem: You can’t...
3 Email templates that will turn free time into client-getting time, today
David TendrichIf you find you have a lot of free time… but not enough clients… this is for you. UPDATE: You can now download this script +...
How one photographer quit her day job and built a passive income business
Sharon McElweeDenise Love spent over a decade toiling away in kitchens and bathrooms. Not scrubbing them, but designing them. “Working in the kitchen and bath industry...
A busy student’s guide to starting a freelance design business
Antonio CalabreseFreelance and design go well together. The biggest question you need to ask is how much college complicates the matter. Fortunately, the problem has already been...
Why “charge what you’re worth” is terrible advice
Preston LeeIt’s a pretty common phrase around the freelancing world—“charge what you’re worth.” But I think it’s doing more harm than good. In fact, I think...
4 Effective responses to stop price haggling in its tracks
April Greer“Do you offer a new client discount?” “I’d love to work with you. If you can do my project for $X, I’ll start today.” As...
4 Pro tips for choosing the right stock photography
Chandra GuglikI don’t know about you, but for me, the world of stock photography does not always conjure warm and fuzzy feelings. Maybe you have seen those...
4 Types of clients that will drag you (and your business) down with them
Drew PalmerIn the freelance community, we can all relate to experiencing the headaches of the problem client before. Naturally, not every project you work on will...
5 Tips to Maximize Productivity and Minimize Burnout
Quincy SmithSometimes being a freelancer can feel like a curse. I’ve had more days than I care to remember where I just couldn’t get into a...
5 Must-have software subscriptions for any freelancer
Yahya MokhtarzadaFreelancing can feel like a dream come true. You get the the joy of cubicle-free existence, the satisfaction of creating a happy, health workplace, and...
The one thing I wish I’d known before my first client 13 years ago
Bianca BoardIt’s truly amazing what getting knocked down 4,873 times can teach you. I mean honestly, if you knew how hard it would be to run a...
3 Marketing hacks I used to build a $5K/mo freelance business in 4 months
Jorden RoperIn April 2015, I got fired from my full-time job. By August, I had built a freelance writing business that was bringing in $5k+/month. I...
Can you make it as a full-time freelancer without any savings?
Sharon McElweeOne of the first pieces of business advice you’ll hear is how it’s a good idea to save at least 6 months to a year...
The 9-point checklist for a client-getting portfolio website
David TendrichWant more clients from your portfolio website? This checklist should help you get it up to speed – and help you grow. A lot of...
6 Tips to overcome fear and find your focus in business
Jeremy MuraI remember my first freelance client and even my first job interview. I was nervous. I was scared. I didn’t want to fail. We’ve all felt...