If you are reading this article, no doubt you want to be a freelancer and looking at gathering enough knowledge to make you start well. Contrary to what many people think, becoming a freelancer does not necessarily mean getting the necessary tools to make your job easier and then sitting comfortably in your house while the jobs come to you. Freelancing requires that you work judiciously for your success. Also, have this at the back of your mind, nothing is chilling about being a freelancer. In fact, you will work hard before things will start working out. Freelancing does not guarantee a stable source of income, especially at the first stage. Below are some of the steps to becoming a professional freelancer
Inform everyone you know
Although not everyone you inform that you are leaving your 9-5 job will be happy with you, it is important to tell as many people as you can about your decision. Tell your friends to tell their friends and tell your colleague too. Also, no matter your level of experience, don’t be scared to take some jobs. This helps to fast-track your success. Let the people around you know what you are into. You never can tell who would refer your service by this simple habit.
Work on your brand
This is the most important aspect of building your freelance business. Your brand gives people an overview of what and who you are. It contains your personality and value as a person. It determines how people will relate to you. More importantly, it can affect the extent people will patronize you. This is because, as a freelancer, you are your brand. As such for every freelance social media platform you get on, you should be careful of what you post and how you post. Also ensure you maximize the profile section, especially on platforms like Bixex and LinkedIn.
Have a plan of action
Because you are now a freelancer, it is very easy to waste your time on frivolities online since you will be working from home. This is why beyond anything else ensure you have a plan of action and commit yourself to follow the plan. Plan out both your long term and short term goals and commit yourself to work to achieve the goal
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