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Surviving and Thriving as a Freelancer.
What is a Freelancer?
A freelancer is someone who offers services for a fee. In general terms, a freelancer works independently with no expectation of a permanent or long-term relationship with a single employer.
Why?
- Freedom
- Work Choice
- Variety
- Work/Life Balance
- Being Your Own Boss
Pitfalls
Getting Work/Paid
Isolation
Doing it All
Taking on Too Much
Getting Started
"Becoming a freelancer is a way to work at home and be independent without needing to start an actual business."
As a general rule, so long as you operate under your own name you do not need to register as a business (check your home state for any special requirements). This makes it possible to get started as a freelancer overnight without a lot of hassle and with the least amount of expense.
C.Y.A.
Protect Yourself and Your Family
Taxes and Other Expenses
Know what you can write off.
Have a separate bank account.
Find a reliable accountant.
Have Some Savings
As a general rule, you should have a stash of cash to cover about 3 months worth of normal bills.
Finding Your First Clients
Treat them as if they are your only client.
Reward your loyal clients.
Ask for feedback.
Stay in touch frequently.
Sales
Learn to be a better business person.
Networking
Marketing
Time Management
** Delegate!
Push your rates
Learn & Adjust
Learn to Say No
Personal Development
Do things your way
Remember, you did this to be your own boss!
Don't Forget To Have Fun!
Freelance++
Surviving and Thriving as a Freelancer.
Questions?