Getting client testimonials can be a powerful sales tool that helps you connect with your ideal clients and customers. If you are struggling to get more customers, consider putting some attention on the clients you have. How can you use their success to produce excellent case studies that will grab your audience's attention? I am here today to share some tips and tricks that will help you get bett[...]
Are you struggling to make a consistent income as a freelancer during COVID-19? I know that we are all dealing with troubles during this time. Even in my industry, HR technology, we had a few bumps in the road. My work is starting to turn around now, but for a few weeks, I didn’t know how much work I’d get during this time. I am fortunate that I can still make money doing what I love, even now[...]
As the new year approaches, your goals for 2020 might already be crossing your mind. Today on The Happy Arkansan, I wanted to focus on creating goals for your freelance business. We are going to talk about what SMART goals are, what goals you might create for your freelance business, and how to track them appropriately. read more[...]
If you are like me, you went into freelancing with no previous sales experience. I had a small part-time job in college where I warm called students for the Admissions office, but other than that, I wasn't used to picking up the phone for work. As a freelancer, I realized that I couldn't avoid this forever. Ultimately, I had to get over my fear of being on the phone so that I could land bigger and[...]
When I first started freelancing, I wanted to make a very meager $50 per post. Now, in 2019, I am actively charging 2x, 3x, and even 4x that for a similar size post. I have taken my time to grow my business. I wanted to share some ideas with you on how I went from $50 or less per post to $100+ per post. Do you want to get more freelancing advice from me every week? Check out my new podcast The[...]
As a freelance writer, a big part of my week is sending out pitches to companies I want to work with. Cold pitching isn't easy work. It can often be challenging and not rewarding. You won't get a positive answer to every email you send. Every no is an opportunity to work on your pitch, every maybe is a new connection, and every yes is money in your pocketbook. While I am not a cold pitching expert[...]
Pricing your services as a freelancer can be challenging. Freelancing is a new industry for everyone. Freelancers don't know how to price their services well, and clients don't know how to pay freelancers well. As much as I wish there was a magical formula I could share with you today, I don't have that. I am going to break down ten factors you can use to determine your freelance pricing. Here'[...]
