Comments on: Six Ways to Get More Juice Out of Your Freelancer

By: Jon

Jon — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 00:10:14 +0000

I have had some nice conversations with cold calling copywriters. I was in no position to offer them work, but they did do just as James suggests above. Contacted me, introduced themselves, politely pointed out some issues they found with my content, then went on to explain their position. Maybe sent a resume in the first mail, maybe it was after I spoke to them. Pitch it right and people will reply. Lots of work though, as you may have to review a lot of sites and make a lot of notes before someone actually takes you up on the offer.

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By: John Weil

John Weil — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 19:40:48 +0000

Thank you’s are nice but as a freelancer what I deeply appreciate are clients who provide full strategic and product/event information. Saves massive amounts of time.

By: Ajeva

Ajeva — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 06:13:31 +0000

Your blog photo makes me imagine me squeezing my freelancers like a lemon, haha. Wow, you’ve made all the right points here on your post. I believe it’s all about trust, communication, respect, and appreciation that will bring out the best in your freelancer. It’s like asking yourself how you would treat yourself if you are your very own freelancer. Cheers!

By: James

James — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 20:44:45 +0000

I am a freelancer and it is a very tough business to be in. Although many people dream of it, you will find most of your time is chasing the client.

However, you’ll have a huge learning curve in doing freelancing. I strongly suggest having a payment system in place with a deposit.

By: Solomon

Solomon — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 02:39:12 +0000

The first point is very valid for me. I often forget to ask them a good brief – most of the times the clients are so busy and can’t even think of writing a small piece to send us. They really be nervous to write something.

The other points are valid. Great post and I sent it few clients who has an opinion that freelancing is a hobby. They never think that it’s a business. Thank you Mathew and James!

By: Jared Detroit

Jared Detroit — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 05:08:37 +0000

I agree with paying the price and being loyal. I’ve found those two things are invaluable for keeping good talent around. However good they are, there’s always some downtime in getting up to speed. It’s always good to work with someone that knows what you’re looking for.

By: Paul Novak

Paul Novak — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 02:10:09 +0000

Damn. I just made a couple very similar suggestions to a person looking for a web designer on Linkedin the other day. Always nice to see some corroboration of your own opinions. Very nice list. Could easily be modified into a set of guidelines for Freelancers.

By: Sarah Charmley

Sarah Charmley — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 21:39:19 +0000

I have had success finding jobs by cold-emailing local web design companies. I am not that good at cold-calling yet.

Great article and a great way to explain to newbies how to act professionally too.