Freelance Success Blog
Welcome to the Freelance Success blog, where you’ll find practical how-tos, success stories, inspiration, and much more.
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Why Magical Thinking is Poisoning Your Freelance Success (and How to Stop)
Ever catch yourself thinking that clients will just show up? This kind of magical thinking might be comforting, but it’s holding you back from freelance success. Shifting to a growth mindset will help you build a…
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Photographer vs. AI for Your Freelance Headshot: Which is Better?
You can get a great freelance headshot—a key marketing tool—by hiring a professional photographer or using an AI headshot generator. Learn about the pros and cons of each option and how to choose what’s best for…
Freelancers: Here’s Why a Great Headshot Matters More Than You Think (And How to Get One)
In freelancing, where first impressions often happen online, a great headshot helps you show that you’re a professional, build trust, and make clients want to learn more about you. Here’s how you can…
How to Create Spec Samples to Attract Your Ideal Clients
Showing clients what you can do when you have little or no experience may seem impossible. But there’s an easy way to do this: Spec samples. And when you create spec samples, you…
AI-Powered Perfection: The Magic Behind AI-Generated Headshots
Show clients and colleagues your best self with an AI-generated headshot. Using AI for headshots is easy, fast and low-cost. And the result will be picture perfect! Here’s a 6-step process for…
Freelance Writers: Making AI Work for You, Not Against You
Freelancers who learn how to use AI in writing—and who highlight their understanding and use of AI in their marketing—will have a strong competitive advantage over freelancers who bury their head in…
10 Steps for Fearless Freelancing in the Recession
During a recession, many clients cut or stop their use of freelancers. Competition for the remaining freelance work will be fierce. Developing the right mindset and taking the right actions will help you thrive.
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The Easy Way to Become a Better Marketer
If you can say “yes” to 2 questions, then you can become a better marketer and build a stable, successful freelance business. And that’s important because if you don’t market your freelance business—and do this well—you’ll struggle to succeed.
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7 Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Start Getting the Clients You Deserve
It’s easy to put off or postpone doing things that you know are important to freelance success—like marketing. But procrastinating only makes it harder to get the clients you deserve. Once you…