How to Get Ahead When There’s No Work
Every freelancer, no matter how awesome they are, goes through slow periods. They often only last a week or two–but when you’re used to getting a lot of checks in the mail, that week can go on for forever. Even though you should be used to it by now, it’s still stressful, but there’s hope...
Read more…How One Ecommerce Company Got Started (Interview)
Many freelancers start their one person business with the idea that someday they’d like to expand and become something more. Some freelancers go on to start a full design agency, while others prefer to make their own products to sell to clients. I’ve know the company SumEffect software for over a year now and they...
Read more…BarCamp Nashville 2010 Recap
BarCamp Nashville this year was great! The swag was awesome and the sponsors were great. This year we had a giant 10ft tall robot and a large green octopus walking around! I videoed my all-time favorite speaker this year. Be sure to listen to the whole thing, not only is he a great speaker, he’s...
Read more…Charging More than the Other Guys
Every freelancer wants to make it to the big time with the awesome clients and the awesome pay. I’ve noticed that there seems to be an interesting division in the freelance world, regardless of what kind of freelancer you are. Our hourly pay (and if you charge by the project like me, you can still...
Read more…10 Vital Networking Tips for Freelancers
You are stuck for hours and hours in front of a lonely keyboard while your friends have gone out to play. Networking provides an excellent reason to get out of the house, break out of your research and connect with others in your field. Contacts and resources are everywhere, from the cashier at the local grocery store to the conference on web 2.0. Here are ten great ways to network, both online and offline.
Read more…Quitting Your Job to Become a Freelancer
The day you’ve been dreading has finally come–your alarm goes off at 5:30 to get you up for work and instead of jumping out of bed to greet the day you groan and through a pillow over your head. You no longer look forward to getting out of bed at the crack of dawn, fighting...
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