Struggles of Freelancing

Things I am learning that can be difficult as a Freelance Graphic Designer. I am enjoying learning new things and I love what I am doing.

First Year

Learning how the business side of things work. Invoices, selling yourself, promotion etc.
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Getting good projects.

Early in Freelancing it is difficult getting work.

Getting Quality Clients. Working with clients in different time zones.
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Next Few Years

Raising prices.
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Figuring out the next steps.
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As a freelancer, you don’t get to work with a team as much and you don’t get a chance to learn from experienced team leaders and problem solvers.

 

Suzy-Featured Midlife Coach#6

Suzy is a Master Certified Life and Weight Coach with The Life Coach School. She understands your situation because she has been in your shoes. She works with frustrated midlife working moms. She helps you bust out of that midlife funk, figure out what you want and make changes to create a life that makes you giddy with excitement about all that’s possible.

When I think about it, It’s really no surprise that my passion led me to study behavior. My MA in Applied Social Psychology honed my listening skills and opened the door to a 25 year career in public health, specifically in tobacco use prevention, heart health promotion and addiction and mental health education.

Although I loved my career, I found myself feeling quite stuck about the time I turned 50. I really missed working one-on-one with people and knew I wasn’t content anymore.

I wanted more. I felt it deep inside.

I was bored to tears. My job looked so good on paper, but I was withering away. But I couldn’t get my head around leaving. Golden handcuffs can get really tight! I was afraid to leave. And I let five years go by.

Yes…five years.

Then one day…I got a fateful knock at my office door. I was being laid off. Totally harsh, but wow, it opened up the possibility for me to make the change I really wanted but was too fearful to make on my own.

I get what you’re going through.

I was there too. I know first-hand what it’s like to feel confused and fearful about change. I also know what it’s like to bust through.

Kind words from a client:

“Through thoughtful questions about my life – past and current – and through discussion about my passions, Suzy, helped me think positively about my unexpected midlife career change. She left me feeling ready to face this new life challenge with excitement and optimism.”

Kathleen, Rhode Island

Also she sells essential oils for whatever you need. I have bought from her a diffuser starter pack and a defuser bracelet which I absolutely love. She was very kind and even included extra cotton pads for the bracelet. Support this amazing person you will not be disappointed.

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Gregory-Featured Blogger #5

When I was a kid, I loved to use a Windows 95 computer I had at home, motivating me to go deep inside to the phenomenon called Technology.
I obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering from the Instituto Tecnologico De Santo Domingo in 2015. I currently work as an engineer for Rockwell Automation, the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
Aside from my job, I am a part time blogger and use my expertise to help different people around the world to be successful using technology.

There were just a few believers before -Gregory

Inspirational person lets help him out please show your support.

Blog:http://gregorypozo.com
Twitter:https://twitter.com/gregpozo
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/officialgregorypozo/
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My Top 4 Biggest Graphic Design Freelancing Mistakes

1. Under-pricing
I tend to feel like I maybe under pricing my work its just so hard to value your own work sometimes. Pricing my work is definitely something I struggle with but I think as I start to improve I can charge more.

2. No contract
I have learned that with people you don’t know you must have a contract. I found myself being to trusting with some people. So make sure you have a contract.

3. Not following up
Some clients if they like your work will most likely want something else from you so following up is always key. Also if you can get them to recommend you that is even better.

4. Always saying yes
Fear can make us do not the smartest things sometimes. I always was worried to say no to a client that wanted work. Requests to work for free come now I say no to that. Working with a bad client can damage you far more than the loss of work.

I am always learning making mistakes but I am doing something I really enjoy. What lessons have you learned the hard way? Please do share.

Erika-Featured Blogger #4

Erika is a self-niched “real”lifestyle blogger who believes in keeping it real. She is a teacher by day and concert-hopping blogger by night vowing, to bring you: real life tips, music advice, travel information and much more. “Join my tribe and let’s vibe! Let’s get weird!” – ee

She lives a life to make myself {and my husband} happy. She was in a terrible relationship at a young age and since then She lets nothing stop her. She teaches little humans by day and love how silly and unfiltered they are. The minute that bell rings, She puts on her blogger hat and think of what is interesting/unique/special in my life that someone would care about. She likes to think that She is an interesting and helpful human and hope that other Earthlings get that vibe.

Please share and comment. Lets help this blogger out.

Blog:http://entirelyerika.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/entirelyerika/
Twitter:https://twitter.com/entirely_erika

Akira-Featured Blogger #3

Akira is currently studying at London College of Fashion. She has an up and coming called Lēmra.

Through this blog, Akira shares with you her life and experiences, the beauty and the brokenness as a young person that has gone through the care system.
My wish is to educate, break taboos & stereotypes but most importantly inspire & encourage.

Please help this inspiring blogger get noticed.

Blog:https://akira-kay.com
Twitter:https://twitter.com/AkiraKay_
Facebook:https://m.facebook.com/AkiraKayLdn/

Rebecca-Featured Blogger #2

Rebecca is a first time mum who suffers with a hidden disability aswell as depression and anxiety but nothing stops her from being the best she can be to her son as she said, “Jake is the reason I am living.”

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Rebecca blogs to capture those first moments and milestones that a parent hopes to always be apart of. “Whether you’re a first time parent or mother/father to many children it’s always nice to know parents that are going though the same situations.”

I had to share this blogger with everyone she is having trouble getting readers to her blog lets all support her. To be honest she really inspires me to. I love that she shows so much love to her son.

Blog: https://myselfandjake.wordpress.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/RebeccaWbu_94