How to Deal with the Unique Challenges That Freelancers Face
Posted January 25, 2012 in Getting Started, How-To
Sure, everyone faces some challenges from time to time. But, due to the unique nature of freelancing perhaps freelancers are a bit more susceptible to some challenges than others.
If you’re properly prepared, though, you can handle most freelancing challenges that come your way while minimizing your stress.
In this post, I’ll outline some of the common challenges that freelancers face. I’ll also discuss how to handle those challenges that are most unique to freelancing.
4 Essential Elements of Freelance Business Planning
Posted December 7, 2011 in Getting Started, How-To
Some freelancers strongly advocate the use of business plans for freelancers. Other freelancers will tell you that you don’t really need a business plan at all.
So, which advice is right? Do freelancers need a business plan or don’t they? In my opinion, both opinions are correct.
While not all freelancers need to have a formal business plan like the kinds that you would take to the bank or to investors, all freelancers do need to engage in some sort of business planning. That’s just part of running a business. (However, do keep in mind that if you do plan on going to bank for a business loan, selling your business, or going public with business–then a formal business plan will most likely be needed.)
In this post we’ll go over the four essential elements of business planning that freelancers can’t ignore (even if they choose not to use a formal business plan). My goal is to streamline the process and make it easy for most freelancers.
Open Thread: Why Did You First Become a Freelancer?
Posted December 4, 2011 in Getting Started, Open Thread
Everyone has a different story. Everyone starts freelancing for a different reason.
Some people want to increase their earning potential. Some people want to start an empire. Others are simply looking for a way to spend more time with friends and family. Still others may start freelancing for an entirely different reason.
Every freelancer has a set of goals that is unique to them. The beauty of freelancing is that with a little talent and a lot of hard work, it’s likely that you can achieve your goals as a freelancer.
That’s why today we’re asking you about your unique set of goals. We’d like to hear:
How to Ace Your Next Freelancing Job Interview
Posted November 13, 2011 in Getting Clients, Getting Started, How-To
Most people don’t realize it, but freelancers frequently face interviews.
Unlike a traditional employee, who may go years without being interviewed once they have been hired, a freelancer may face an interview nearly every time a prospect considers them for a project. So, good interview skills are an important part of a freelancer’s arsenal.
In this post, I’ll provide some tips to help freelancers prepare for various types of interviews that they might face. I’ll also identify some good answers to tough interview questions that freelancers get asked.
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