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FreelanceSwitch - The Freelance Blog - Sep 30, 2008
Three years ago, I noticed my design business starting to slip. And, wouldn’t you know it, that slip soon became a slide. So, I tried various things that I’d heard were good for businesses like mine. Here’s how they …
Also tagged: business, client, success, referrals, finding work
FreelanceSwitch - The Freelance Blog - Aug 26, 2008
Having a killer online portfolio is obviously invaluable to freelancers. The portfolio will show the quality of your work and get potential clients excited about what you can do for them. A great portfolio will sell …
Also tagged: blogging, portfolio, blog writing, finding work
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Plurking for Freelancers: Tapping Social Media ConversationFreelanceSwitch - The Freelance Blog - Aug 7, 2008 Those of you who converse with strangers daily or who work from home will probably “get it”: there’s more to social media than just voting for an online friend’s article or broadcasting something on Twitter. What is … Also tagged: communication, social media, twitter, conversation, the working day, plurk |
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17 Websites to Boost Your Designer ProfileFreelanceSwitch - The Freelance Blog - Jul 25, 2008 Freelance designers have a number of different methods for finding work. In many cases, simply getting your profile and your work exposed to more people can lead to an increase in work. There are a number of sites that … Also tagged: design, web design, profiles, portfolio, designers, freelancing design |
FreelanceSwitch - The Freelance Blog - Jul 5, 2008
I was updating my LinkedIn profile the other day and couldn’t help but notice that under the “Independent Professional” heading was the time stamp: 2 years. Has it really been that long? It sure doesn’t feel like it …
Also tagged: lessons, the business of freelancing, fulltime
FreelanceSwitch - The Freelance Blog - Jun 7, 2008
Many freelancers I’ve talked to can list a whole lot of positives to going solo. When asked about the downsides, however, I’ve found many people say that they miss the opportunity to talk about work with their …
Also tagged: ideas, talking, discussion, the working day
FreelanceSwitch - The Freelance Blog - Apr 4, 2008
One of the biggest challenges involved in freelance work is reaching and maintaining a steady workload. For many freelancers finding new clients can be a time-consuming process, which leaves less time for …
Also tagged: marketing, competition, clients, finding work
FreelanceSwitch - The Freelance Blog - Mar 15, 2008
I spent last week freelancing for a client of mine, but for a change, I didn’t work remotely. Nor did I work from the client’s office. Instead, I invited my client to spent the week working from my apartment near the …
Also tagged: fun, friends, clients, client liaison
FreelanceSwitch - The Freelance Blog - Feb 16, 2008
On my way home from a conference recently, I sat next to a blonde woman in her mid-40’s wearing matching Prada shoes and bag. From the looks of her, a successful businesswoman. I couldn’t help peeking over her …
Also tagged: marketing, client, clients, client liaison
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18 Smokin’ Hot Business Card DesignsFreelanceSwitch - The Freelance Blog - Feb 7, 2008 A good business card is an essential tool in any freelancer’s arsenal. When you’re at a function networking, meeting new clients, or your work comes up in a conversation, your card is the anchor to make sure the … Also tagged: general, design, inspiration |