How To Overcome 5 Common Freelance Design Struggles

Posted on 09. Dec, 2010 by Hilde Torbjornsen .

If you've been freelancing for a while, you're very likely to have seen a lot of challenges along the way. In this article we'll have a look at some of the most common struggles and give some tips on how you can deal with these in a better way. This article is meant as help for those that need a little boost in their situation and to prevent this from becoming problems for new freelancers.

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Market Your Graphic Design Business with Magnets and Stickers

Posted on 19. Oct, 2010 by JenniferMoline .

A magnet is something that the potential client can touch and feel as well as see. When you add a Kinesthetic element to your brochures or your envelope mail outs...

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Do you want to be web design freelancer? Learn not to take critique personally.

Posted on 18. Oct, 2010 by Roman Leinwather .

As a freelancer you get lots of opportunities to work with a variety of customers. You might be dealing with web agencies who are experts in the industry but you might be also be dealing with companies whoʼs core business is in completely different industry. You need to find ways to present your work to both groups so they understand the advantages.

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Top Tips for Becoming a More Efficient Designer

Posted on 23. Sep, 2010 by Hilde Torbjornsen .

Most designers and creative professionals have lots and lots of projects going at the same time. One of the keys to being succesful is to do things effectively. The more you’re able to do, without loss of quality of course, the more projects you’re able to finish. This again will lead to more income, potentially [...]

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4 Ways To Get More Freelance Work

Posted on 30. Aug, 2010 by Britt Brouse .

Part of being a freelancer means being your own business development department, and going out and pursuing fresh clients. This is true for freelancers just getting started and for those who have been freelancing for a couple of years. There's always a need to secure new business because, you never know when a steady client is going to pull the plug on your services.

To stay "in the black" here are four tips for generating more freelance work

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Marketing Your Craft: The Best Way to Create a Freelance Website

Posted on 22. Jul, 2010 by Rebecca Wright .

Freelancing can be a lucrative way to earn money while perfecting your craft. Freelancers earn money by working on a contractual basis for clients or companies that pay according to specific projects, rather than a regular salary. Freelancing can be a very profitable endeavor for the "artist" who is able to secure regular clients and keep the cash flowing. However, many freelancers struggle due to the lack of exposure they receive. Many companies are not aware of where to find good freelancers and how to bid for their services. Creating a good website is an effective way to market your services and connect with clients who want to take advantage of your expertise.

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When A Freelancer Should Bill The Client

Posted on 08. Jul, 2010 by Nile Flores .

A lot of people these days who are freelancers also have blogs that contain helpful articles. It is not uncommon that a freelancer might end up talking to readers via email or some other medium about solving some issue about a blog.

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7 Habits You As A Freelancer Need To Ditch

Posted on 03. Jun, 2010 by Samar Owais .

Freelancers accumulate a lot of things and habits that get in the way of their work. Sure we meet deadlines and get things done but our productivity suffers.

At the end of the day, we're left scratching our head wondering where the day went. We end up working nights to meet a deadline that should have been met ahead of schedule if things had gone according to plan.

Here are 7 Things You As A Freelancer Need To Ditch in order to find the kind of success you're looking for in your business.

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How To Avoid Being Taken Advantage Of By Clients When Freelancing

Posted on 12. May, 2010 by Nile Flores .

It is important that you maintain a professional attitude with your client. However, there are just some clients who believe that just because they paid for your services, you are to spend countless hours beyond the project's contract.

Freelancers are not like retail store or food service clerks. You do not have to be pushed over and you even have the choice of what projects you will choose to take on.

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10 Mistakes You Don’t Want To Make As A Freelancer

Posted on 24. Mar, 2010 by Hilde Torbjornsen .

I'm very happy to present to you my first article here at SmashingShare. In this article I will give you some tips on mistakes which you don't want to make as a freelancer. By following these suggestions you will have a better chance at succeeding.

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How To Fight Procrastination As A Designer

Posted on 09. Feb, 2010 by Shannon Noack .

Distractions are all around us as designers, whether you work at home or in an office away from home. In order to maximize your productivity and work time, you need to cut back on procrastination. The more time you spend procrastinating, the less work you get done, which is bad news in the end. We are all guilty of it, so here are some helpful tips to avoid procrastination and start working smarter.

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10 Tips to Create a Motivating Working Environment at Home

Posted on 19. Jan, 2010 by Andy Boyd .

Making the decision to leave the office and work from home is a lifestyle choice more and more people are making today. No matter what line of work you are in, it’s essential that you arrange your working environment to maximize motivation and productivity. Whatever your budget or space restrictions, there are many simple and effective methods for establishing a stimulating and rewarding workspace.

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