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Read more about the article What’s the Difference Between Pro Bono and Spec Work?

Is there a difference between pro bono and spec work? If so, what’s the difference? First, let’s compare them. With both, you…

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Read more about the article Why Freelancers Should Not Pitch

As an independent creative, you get to decide how you will attract clients and projects. One option is via Requests for Proposals…

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Continue ReadingWhy Freelancers Should Not Pitch
Read more about the article How To Handle Special Requests From Clients

I was asked about how to deal with unusual requests. Once someone finds out you are a designer, writer, photographer… any type…

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Continue ReadingHow To Handle Special Requests From Clients

Working on spec directly contradicts good business practices and does not even promise payment for work performed.

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Continue ReadingSpec Work Is Gambling

Clients have a choice when selecting creative services: They can go the cheap route and buy a logo through a crowdsource or contest…

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Continue ReadingFreelancing: In Getting Work, Relationship Counts More Than Ever

Why is spec work so prevalent in the design profession when it's not in other professions? Increasingly, companies - creative businesses included…

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Continue ReadingUnpaid Internships Are A Form of Spec Work
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