I think that placement agencies are tremendously undervalued by freelancers,…especially when starting out, and I recommend you create a relationship with at least one.…Traditional placement agencies hire local talent to work in offices within a…geographic area, some offer general office help, while other specialize in…specific talents and industries.…Such specializing agencies tend to pay better.…So it's great if you can hook up with one of them.…The advertising industry is one area of note.…They often turn to such agencies and they require highly skilled workers for…short periods of time.…
Some contracts you get through placement agencies are actually for very…long term projects.…The upside for a freelancer is that such jobs tend to be steady and well paying,…often lasting for months at a time.…The downside is, well, they can last for months at a time.…If you turn to freelancing for mobility and variety, this probably won't be a fit for you.…Otherwise, talk to local agencies about long term placements.…
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1/30/2013A bonus chapter covers common questions freelancers have when entering the field.
- What is freelancing?
- Defining your career goals
- Funding your startup
- Getting licenses, permits, and insurance
- Setting prices
- Finding work through agencies
- Getting referrals
- Working with time and project management tools
- Increasing your rates
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Q: This course was updated on 3/20/2013. What changed?
A: We added a bonus chapter that covers common questions freelancers have when entering the field, such as "How do I use Craigslist or other job boards to grow my freelance business?" and "How do I find clients?"
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Introduction
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Welcome1m 49s
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What is freelancing?2m 53s
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Preparing your mindset3m 31s
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1. Making Plans
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Defining career goals2m 48s
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Sharpening your market focus3m 18s
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Transitioning to freelancing3m 18s
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2. Marshaling Resources
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Preparing your portfolio3m 11s
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Estimating costs3m 10s
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Funding your startup2m 42s
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Establishing your workspace3m 35s
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3. Satisfying Requirements
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Creating contracts4m 23s
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4. Handling Money
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Setting prices3m 13s
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Establishing payment systems1m 36s
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Invoicing and getting paid3m 50s
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Keeping the books2m 32s
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Managing taxes1m 43s
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5. Getting Clients
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Announcing your availability3m 16s
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Onboarding clients2m 59s
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Avoiding scams3m 25s
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Choosing assignments2m 59s
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6. Doing the Work
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Interacting with clients2m 11s
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Delivering quality work2m 28s
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Losing and firing clients4m 14s
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7. Managing Time
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Deconstructing big jobs3m 34s
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Creating schedules2m 30s
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8. Keeping the Business Healthy
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Staying motivated3m 3s
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Increasing your rates2m 52s
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Building passive income3m 48s
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Changing focus3m 57s
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Conclusion
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Next steps2m 5s
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10. Bonus Chapter: Q&A on Freelancing
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Freelancing Q&A12m 42s
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