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Read more about the article How Long Does It Take to Succeed as a Freelancer?

How do you measure success? How long will it take to succeed as a freelancer? This is a common question among freelancers,…

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Read more about the article GDPR Compliance Steps for US-Based Freelancers

The European Union's (EU) General Data Protection Regulation goes into full effect on May 25, 2018. The internet and blogdom are all…

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Read more about the article Do You Need A Marketing Plan?

Q: As a freelancer, do I need a marketing plan or can I just wing it? A: Indeed, you do need a…

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Read more about the article A Freelancer’s Guide To Retainer Agreements

When you work project-to-project, you can experience inconsistencies in your schedule and revenue flow. One way to mitigate those gaps is with…

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Read more about the article Contracts Protect the Freelancer and the Client

As I write this article I'm in the middle of a contract negotiation involving copyright and licensing of one of my character designs.…

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Read more about the article 3 Reasons Why Creative Freelancers Should Go Bold Or Go Home

A long time ago in a faraway place called Pasadena, CA, I sat in a classroom and heard my instructor say, “You…

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Continue Reading3 Reasons Why Creative Freelancers Should Go Bold Or Go Home

Self-promotion is an ordinary and necessary aspect of doing business as an independent creative professional. Unlike social media marketing, self-promotion campaigns are…

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Continue ReadingWhich is Better for Self-Promotion: Email or Mailers?
Read more about the article What Kind Of Freelancer Are You?

Did  you know that there is more than one way to be a freelancer? Independent creatives — freelancers — can choose a variety…

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Read more about the article How To Choose Good Clients

Good clients are integral to successful freelance projects and to your career overall. Beyond the project itself, a referral or recommendation from the right…

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