Navigating the saturated gig economy can often be a challenging task for freelancers. One critical aspect of finding success in this competitive environment is mastering the art of pricing. Learning how to price and negotiate …
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Networking Secrets for Freelancers: Win High-Paying Gigs in a Competitive Market through Strong Connections
The world of freelancing can be a tough nut to crack, but the rewards it offers are tremendous, and unlocking high-paying opportunities is what every freelancer aspires to achieve. A powerful but often overlooked tool …
Continue readingUpskilling and Reskilling: Transitioning from Corporate to Freelance in a Challenging Market
In an ever-changing economic landscape, upskilling and reskilling have become indispensable tools for professionals looking to thrive in a recessionary freelance market. As a corporate professional, you already possess valuable experience and skills that can …
Continue readingThe Riches are in the Niches: Boost Your Freelance Value with Specialized Expertise
In today’s competitive market, it’s crucial to stand out among the sea of generalists in order to secure better opportunities and higher rates. One effective way to accomplish this is by focusing on a niche …
Continue readingFrom Freelancer to Business Operator: Repurposing Expertise for Diverse Revenue Streams
In today’s rapidly evolving gig economy, many freelancers are seeking ways to turn their expertise into sustainable and profitable businesses. One approach to achieving this goal is by unlocking multiple revenue streams through repackaging skills …
Continue readingStart Small, Dream Big: 10 Low-Risk Ways to Start A Business with Under 1000 dollars
Are you dreaming of starting your own business but don’t have a large amount of capital to invest? Fear not, because today we’re going to explore 10 unique and profitable business ideas you can start …
Continue readingMoneyball for Freelancers – The Math of Finding A Great Job on Upwork
Until this past spring, all of my experience on Upwork was as a buyer. I prefer to work with business partners face-to-face. Upwork was just a place to hire quick help. And then Covid-19 hit, …
Continue readingHow To Find Clients for Consulting & Services
For our next trick, we’re going to introduce a truly earth-shattering concept here: take a skill you already know and find a way to get someone to pay you for it. With a specific emphasis …
Continue readingLanding Your First Client: The 24-Hour Challenge
You have a great marketing skill that can really help businesses. You’re good at what you do, you may even have some experience doing it as a day job for a larger company. However, now …
Continue readingConsulting 101 – Using Free Samples Effectively
When you’re starting out as a freelancer, the hardest part is landing your first client. A common objection you’ll hear is that you don’t have any past client references or work samples. You can’t blame …
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