Millo Freelance Blog
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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...
5 Tools for creating & managing freelance contracts
Sharon McElweeWe talk a lot about freelance contracts at Millo, because it’s a vital part of your success as a freelancer. Depending on where you live,...
How to handle clients who are mad at “extra” costs
David TendrichTo you and me – it’s pretty simple: If I have to spend extra time on a project — because you want to add something...
How your office’s design and decor can win or lose clients
Mania MavridouAs a freelancer, just being good at your job is not a guarantee for getting clients. Sooner or later, we all realize that it takes...
How to ask for referrals from your existing clients
Sally SmithReferrals from existing clients are one of the most effective ways to generate new business. This is true across industries and business models. It is...
Client onboarding: How I turn 90% of prospects into paying customers
Dina RodriguezOne of the most important things in getting steady work is having a set client onboarding process that will transform potential customers into paying clients....
14 Freelancing mistakes you might be guilty of
Preston LeeThis article contains a list of common mistakes that freelancers make. If you enjoy this article you may also want to read “10 Steps to...
Bad, Crazy Clients Will Make You Rich
David TendrichSounds crazy, right? But looking back, I can attribute any and all success I’ve had to what the title of this post is saying. Bad,...
How to write blog posts that actually attract new clients
David TendrichIn the awesome Millo Mastermind Facebook group I’ve seen this question pop up about half a dozen times now. So I thought I’d answer it...