Listen "A Beginner's Guide to Freelancing"
Episode Synopsis
Did you know that over one-third of the world’s workforce freelances at least part-time? As freelancing becomes more popular, you may be considering giving the freelance lifestyle a shot. This week on the podcast we’re giving you an introduction to freelancing, from establishing your rates and building a portfolio to finding your first freelance client and managing the project. We close with some final tips, including how to avoid scope creep and how to take time off as a freelancer.
Shownotes
01:40 What is freelancing?
06:28 Benefits of freelancing
10:06 How to establish your rates
13:59 Building a portfolio
20:34 Finding your first client
38:53 The project management process
51:24 Parting tips
53:56 Shoutouts
Resources
Start Freelancing Today
Portfolio Episode
Fiverr
FreshBooks
QuickBooks
Basecamp
Trello
Asana
Monday
The Foundling
Rare Birds Book Club
Transcript
Here is the transcript for this week's episode.
Shownotes
01:40 What is freelancing?
06:28 Benefits of freelancing
10:06 How to establish your rates
13:59 Building a portfolio
20:34 Finding your first client
38:53 The project management process
51:24 Parting tips
53:56 Shoutouts
Resources
Start Freelancing Today
Portfolio Episode
Fiverr
FreshBooks
QuickBooks
Basecamp
Trello
Asana
Monday
The Foundling
Rare Birds Book Club
Transcript
Here is the transcript for this week's episode.
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