6 Important Things To Know Before You Start Freelancing

1) Have a Safety Net
Making a living as a freelancer requires being very selective about the work you pick up, so it’s always a good idea to have some savings on the side to ensure you can still pay the bills while looking for the right gig.

Whether you’re working a full-time or part-time job, having income on the side for at least the first 2 months of your new freelancing career will give you the confidence to be able to build a business from scratch.

2. Learn How to Say No
When first starting out as a freelancer, learn how to say NO!

For example, if you come across a specific project that doesn’t seem like a good fit or if you lack the skill set that is required, you’ll have to learn to reject.

Instead, focus on the type of work you’ll enjoy and that’s best for you, that way you can build your business and a healthy/professional relationship with the clients YOU want to work for.

3. Know When to Raise Your Rate

In the beginning, rookie freelancers tend to fear that if they charge a significantly high amount for their services, they’ll quickly lose their clients.

However, that’s certainly not always the case. In fact, if you establish good relationships with your clients and provide them with the quality work they requested, they’ll be happy to keep you onboard, even if you increase your rate.

Work your way consistently towards the goal you want to reach and embrace price increases when you really need them.

4. Niche Down
I've said this countless times. With freelance marketplaces overflooding with lots of talented freelancers, you must claim the whitespace within your niche.

Carry out some research and find out who exactly is your target audience and concentrate your efforts on them.

Whether you’re a content writer or a video editor, emphasize to potential clients the specialities you offer and how you differ from others in your field.

5. Create a Comfortable Workspace
If you’re gradually switching from the traditional 9-to-5 office environment to freelancing, you’re going to come across one of the more challenging aspects of starting out as a new freelancer, the transition from working with others face-to-face to working on your own.

Whether it be your bedroom or a working space, just find somewhere you feel is quiet and free from distractions, a space in which you see yourself being as productive as possible.

A simple desk set up with all the tools you need, will do.

6. Don’t Forget to Network
With so many talented freelancers seeking new business opportunities via online marketplaces, how can you stand out from the crowd, especially if you’re new to the scene?

It is by networking and creating quality relationships with your contacts and potential clients.

By establishing a network of contacts, you can quickly build reviews on your marketplace.

The more positive reviews you receive, the more attractive you’ll be to companies seeking your talent.

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6 Important Things To Know Before You Start Freelancing

1) Have a Safety Net
Making a living as a freelancer requires being very selective about the work you pick up, so it’s always a good idea to have some savings on the side to ensure you can still pay the bills while looking for the right gig.

Whether you’re working a full-time or part-time job, having income on the side for at least the first 2 months of your new freelancing career will give you the confidence to be able to build a business from scratch.

2. Learn How to Say No
When first starting out as a freelancer, learn how to say NO!

For example, if you come across a specific project that doesn’t seem like a good fit or if you lack the skill set that is required, you’ll have to learn to reject.

Instead, focus on the type of work you’ll enjoy and that’s best for you, that way you can build your business and a healthy/professional relationship with the clients YOU want to work for.

3. Know When to Raise Your Rate

In the beginning, rookie freelancers tend to fear that if they charge a significantly high amount for their services, they’ll quickly lose their clients.

However, that’s certainly not always the case. In fact, if you establish good relationships with your clients and provide them with the quality work they requested, they’ll be happy to keep you onboard, even if you increase your rate.

Work your way consistently towards the goal you want to reach and embrace price increases when you really need them.

4. Niche Down
I've said this countless times. With freelance marketplaces overflooding with lots of talented freelancers, you must claim the whitespace within your niche.

Carry out some research and find out who exactly is your target audience and concentrate your efforts on them.

Whether you’re a content writer or a video editor, emphasize to potential clients the specialities you offer and how you differ from others in your field.

5. Create a Comfortable Workspace
If you’re gradually switching from the traditional 9-to-5 office environment to freelancing, you’re going to come across one of the more challenging aspects of starting out as a new freelancer, the transition from working with others face-to-face to working on your own.

Whether it be your bedroom or a working space, just find somewhere you feel is quiet and free from distractions, a space in which you see yourself being as productive as possible.

A simple desk set up with all the tools you need, will do.

6. Don’t Forget to Network
With so many talented freelancers seeking new business opportunities via online marketplaces, how can you stand out from the crowd, especially if you’re new to the scene?

It is by networking and creating quality relationships with your contacts and potential clients.

By establishing a network of contacts, you can quickly build reviews on your marketplace.

The more positive reviews you receive, the more attractive you’ll be to companies seeking your talent.

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