Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You’ll Need:
- A computer
- A cell phone
- A business e-mail address
How to Be An Effective Freelancer
Step1
Work out a schedule with your client before you begin any assignment. Make sure you both understand the expectations, scope and demands of the project. If you’ve established a drop-dead date for the project to be completed, make sure you create a plan which details how you will segment the work out. Draft out a contract that includes the expected hours required, payment plan and cost to your client if additional hours or edits are necessary.
Step2
Make sure that your client knows of any upcoming trips or plans that may affect your work schedule. If something comes up unexpectedly, make sure your client knows as far in advance of your leaving as possible. Remember that even though you are not a full time employee of the client's business, it is still essential that they receive the same courtesy you would give a boss.
Step3
If you have a question about an assignment you’ve been given, ask! There is nothing more frustrating to an employer on a deadline than a freelancer who does the total opposite of what’s been requested. Don’t feel bad if the details are unclear. It’s better to be a nag and get it right than remain quiet and make costly mistakes.
Step4
Deliver all work on time. Once you’ve completed the project, thank your client for the opportunity and maintain correspondence so that if another project comes up, they keep you top of mind. Often times in large, fast-paced companies, clients don’t have the time to keep up with multiple freelancers. That means, if you put in the extra effort, it’s likely you’ll get the job over someone else.
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