![]() For some reason, a lot of new freelancers have a vision of the perfect first client. Start your profile 2) Lower your expectationsĪ lot of freelancers screw themselves over by being too idealistic. Networking is a great way of finding freelance clients. All it takes is patience and persistence and you will find yourself negotiating a project with a prospective client in no time. The real challenge is convincing yourself to get out there and actually ask around.Īdmittedly, a lot of people feel as if asking for referrals is tantamount to begging for money, but that is not true. Besides, you’re not looking for the job of a lifetime you’re looking for a single reference, meaning that any connection will do. ![]() It’s clear as day that the odds of finding a potential client are very high. With these odds in mind, the chances are that your very own mother, father, sister, cousin or local shop owner will know someone that wants to hire you. ![]() If you have ever heard of the six degrees of separation, you’ll know that in theory, you are six steps away from any other person out there. Assuming you don’t make it a habit to alienate everyone you meet, you should be able to find someone in your life that can refer you to a potential employer. Even the absolute worst freelancer in the world has more contacts than they could possibly use. ![]()
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