COVID has had us isolated and in an ongoing “Zoom fatigue.” Are you as ready as I am to start meeting people in person again? If you’re an introvert, but still ready to get out there and network a little, this guide is for you. When my friends and I would go to a restaurant …
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Perhaps you’ve just been struck by the inspiration to start your own business. Or you’ve already established yourself and have come upon an opportunity that’s just too terrific to pass up. Many freelancers find themselves in the right place at the right time. But often they don’t have the financial power to seize the moment. …
I have a secret to tell you: When you offer freelance web services you are much, much more than “just” a developer, designer, or whatever “just” you think you are. You’re also the sales team, account manager, project manager, and consultant. There’s a lot of communication involved with a project (or at least there should …
Self-employed folks don’t get a company 401k or other corporate benefits. How can you make sure you’re prepared for your family’s financial future? That’s the question I asked licensed financial advisor, Bill Fairley. We spent an hour talking about financial planning for freelancers and taking a few questions from my Facebook group for freelancers. Below …
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As a freelancer, do you need to write contracts for your projects? Yes! Every service vendor needs a contract, whether you’re a freelance web developer, a pest control guy, or a roofing company. At its simplest, a contract is an agreement between you and your customer that sets expectations for the work to be done …
Does the thought of creating and submitting a project proposal leave you quaking? Never fear! This part of a freelance project isn’t as fancy and official or scary as it seems. It may just seem that way because you’re not familiar with drafting a proposal or maybe you’ve seen a big, intimidating version of one. …