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Company Creation
Generating BusinessAs in any business, your freelancing career is only as strong as the sales you make. Finding clients is the number-one challenge for any freelancer just starting out. It's almost a catch-22: How do you attract clients when you've never had any? Here are some practical steps that will propel you out of the conundrum and into business:
- Develop a portfolio to demonstrate the scope of your skills.If that means working for no pay or low pay initially, do it. Samples of your work will be your best calling card.
- Tell everyone you know--colleagues, friends, family, neighbors--about your new freelance gig.Referrals will make up the bulk of your business initially.
- Join professional organizations--online or in the community--that serve your field.In addition to all the other benefits you'll gain, you'll also pick up insider tips of where to find work.
- Join local organizations, like the chamber of commerce or Rotary club."Creative people often overlook organizations like these, thinking they'll be filled with stiff bankers and businesspeople," notes James-Enger. "And they may be--but that's who'll be hiring you to do your creative work."
- Volunteer in the community doing something you love, and you'll broaden your network of potential clients.
Company Brainstorming
