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From Side Hustles to Full-Time Freelancing: What Actually Happens | HackerNoon

A real look at how I went from juggling side hustles to making freelancing my full-time career. What worked, what didn’t, and what to expect

First thing I fixed wasn’t my website or rates. It was my habits. That changed everything.

[gianmatteoj]

What Freelancing Really Looks Like After You Quit Your Job

What Freelancing Really Looks Like After You Quit Your Job

A deep dive into Ashkan Rajaee’s real-world insights on going from side hustles to sustainable freelancing. No fluff, just structure, mindse

More people are quitting their jobs to freelance, but few are ready. This article, with Ashkan Rajaee’s influence, prepares you.

[umairk]

Your Guide to Landing Your First Freelance Project on Freelancer.com

Getting your first order on Freelancer.com or any freelance platform can be a bit challenging, but with the right approach, you can increase your chances of landing that initial project. Here are some steps to help you secure your first order:

- Complete Your Profile: - Fill out all sections of your profile, including a professional profile picture, a clear description of your skills and expertise, and relevant portfolio samples. - Select the Right Skills: - Choose skills that accurately represent your expertise. This helps potential clients find you when they search for specific services. - Start with Lower Bids: - For your first few projects, consider bidding at a competitive rate to build your reputation and gain initial feedback. - Write Persuasive Bids: - Tailor your bid to each project, showing that you've read the project description and understand the client's needs. - Highlight your relevant skills and experience, and explain how you can add value to the project. - Showcase Your Portfolio: - Even if you're just starting out, include any relevant work samples, personal projects, or examples of your skills to demonstrate your capabilities. - Bid on Relevant Projects: - Look for projects that match your skills and experience. Bidding on projects you're truly qualified for increases your chances of success. - Craft a Compelling Profile Tagline: - Your profile tagline should succinctly communicate your expertise and what you can offer to clients. - Stay Active: - Log in regularly to check for new projects and respond promptly to messages and invitations from clients. - Offer an Introductory Discount: - As a new freelancer on the platform, consider offering a limited-time discount to attract potential clients. - Participate in Contests: - Freelancer.com often hosts contests where you can showcase your skills and potentially win a project. - Be Professional and Responsive: - When communicating with clients, maintain a professional tone and respond promptly to inquiries. - Network and Connect: - Join Freelancer.com's community forums to connect with other freelancers and potential clients. - Ask for Recommendations: - If you have previous clients or colleagues, ask them to write recommendations on your Freelancer.com profile. - Stay Persistent: - Landing your first project might take some time, so don't get discouraged. Stay persistent and keep refining your approach. Remember, your goal for the first project is not just to earn money, but also to build your reputation, gain feedback, and establish a track record of successful projects. As you complete more projects and receive positive reviews, your credibility will increase, making it easier to secure future orders. Read the full article

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Thank you everyone that attended my live workshop last Friday, I had so much fun! Today, I'm dressed up with my creative business costume😎 to answer your questions about my new course Leap Now and about freelancing in general this week (only in my stories). Swipe to get a feeling of how the lessons are.⠀ ⠀ I want to take a minute to personally answer some of the questions I’ve received via DM in the last hours. ⠀ ⠀ ✎“What if I don't have time to go through the course material until later, should I still get in now? ⠀ This course is step-by-step and self-paced and you get lifetime access to the material, Q&As, and the student center. ⠀ ⠀ ✎“What if I don't have a big portfolio of work? ⠀ No one is a pro when you're just starting, but you need to start somewhere, right? ⠀ You don't really need a big portfolio of work to launch your freelance practice. If you have a few projects to show, the course provides you with tools to expand your bulk of work while training your creative skills. ⠀ ⠀ ✎“Can I join Leap Now if I'm already a freelancer?” ⠀ Although you might have gone through many of the topics that will be covered in the course, it might help you fine-tuning some of them. If you feel that your business is not running as you wanted, this course will definitely help.⠀ ⠀ I know that pricing is a hot topic for every freelancer, so there are insightful lessons in the topic, where I share real-life numbers with you (actual figures of how much I was paid for assignments) and I walk you through a couple of examples to price your work in a comprehensive way. ⠀ ✎“What if I sign up and later realize that it's just not what I'm looking for?” ⠀ My academy has a 30 days refund policy, no questions asked.⠀ ⠀ Just as a reminder, enrollment at a 30%OFF is open until Friday, November 27, at 11:59 pm ET. Let me know if you have questions, I’d be happy to answer! 👇🏼😘 ⠀ #creativebusiness #freelanceadvice #leapnow #leapnow #martinafloracademy #freelancer #freelancelife #onlinecourse #freelancing (at Studio Martina Flor) https://www.instagram.com/p/CIN7QKaDLK5/?igshid=1frv947qcbhoc