Client management and professional best practices made simple
Even after we’ve taken the plunge into the gig economy, we don’t always feel like pro’s pros. There’s we have to learn on the fly and plenty to consider when making the shift from office to freelance. In this area we cover professional conduct, client management and client communication in accessible, actionable terms that will give you the direction you need to hit the ground running.
The Manage section will help you present the best side of yourself to clients and handle those tricky negotiations without breaking a sweat.
When and How To Fire a Freelance Client
General rules and a script to follow when you have to fire a freelance client. Also , 7 common reasons for breaking up with your clients.
Set Freelance Rates By Starting With This Expense Formula
Confused about how to set freelance rates? You need a real picture of your all-in expenses, including taxes, insurance, retirement and marketing costs. This formula calculates expenses so you know the minimum freelance or consulting fees you should charge.
How To Make A Great Consulting Website
A consulting website is the new business card for the gig economy. Make sure that your website has the crucial features it needs to keep prospective clients coming to you.
How to Make The Best Online Portfolio for Freelance Marketplaces
What kind of online portfolios grab a clients attention when they are searching freelance marketplaces? The experts at Skyword’s creative team share their guide for posting the best online portfolio to get more clients.
The Best Freelance Websites and Marketplaces – Updated List of Freelance Job Sites
*Updated monthly* We track the best freelance websites to grow your freelance career. We discuss over 35 places to find freelance jobs. Organized by niche and with several new freelance sites for 2018. Find the gig economy website that works best for you.
Don’t Overlook These 4 Independent Contractor Tax Deductions
Think you’ve found all the independent contractor tax deductions for your freelance business? There is one area that gets overlooked a lot. The four expenses you can deduct that we show you here allow you to invest in your consulting business for growth.
How to Keep a Tight Leash on Your Freelancing Budget
There are lots of great freelance budget tools out there. (In fact we have some on this site.) But to develop a budget for your freelance business for the next year, you first need to sort through these basic strategic questions.
The Freelance Contract: How to Write an Effective Statement of Work
Stop client problems before they happen! LocalSolo.com founder Mark Fromson explains how to create an incredibly effective freelance contract or freelance statement of work. We also have templates and examples for you to try, along with descriptions of the sections every SOW should include.
The Beginner’s Guide To Getting Upfront Payment From Freelance Clients
Getting an upfront payment is the most effective way to transform your freelance career if you are feeling stalled. It establishes you as professional and helps you get more serious clients right from the jump. This article explains the kinds of upfront payments and gives you a script to use with prospective clients.
Communication Breakdown? Nail Working with a Remote Team!
Virtually all freelancers have or will work on a remote team at some point in their career. Make sure doing it right with these important tips.
