How Freelancing is Like Dating (And Why Upwork Works a Bit Like Tinder) freelance upwork Mar 14, 2024

I have a theory that freelancing is a lot like dating. Stick with me here!

There are lots of different ways to find potential long-term clients, short-term gigs, or quick projects. Just like there are many options for finding a committed partner, casual fling, or one-night stand.

Let’s...

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How to take time off your business and create a paid waitlist of clients freelance remote work Mar 06, 2024

So, how do you take a month off from your business? There are 4 options…

I just got back from a month away with my kids traveling through Europe. A few questions came through asking if I was working while away, or really taking a break. And, if I’m taking a break, how can I...

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3 Critical Questions To Ask Before You Start Copywriting copywriting Mar 06, 2024

Many copywriters struggle to help their clients find clarity.

You can help your client and yourself write really powerful and emotional copy by beginning with the end in mind.

There are 3 critical questions you need your client to answer before you can write any of the words. If you want to...

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An open letter to aspiring course creators freelance Mar 06, 2024

3 Critical Elements to Launching A Brand, Program or New Offer.
Plus 2 Nice To Haves…

I’ve been surprised and somewhat overwhelmed lately with the amount of requests I’m getting to help people build a strategy and write the copy for their upcoming launch.

Just this week...

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5 Reasons Why Narrowing Your Niche on Upwork Wins You More Jobs #blog Jun 29, 2021

Most freelancers love the idea of narrowing down their niche. They find relief thinking about it...but they’re scared to pull the trigger.

 

One problem freelancers have is they can do a variety of things well. It’s fine to offer all the things when you’re just getting...

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2 Powerful Reasons to Create a Great One-Liner #blog Jun 04, 2021

Every business owner needs a tight, simple way to communicate what they offer.

 

With a great one-liner, you’ll be able to say exactly what you do, who you help, which problem you solve, and the transformation you offer - in one and a half sentences or less. 

 

But I’ll...

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How to Find Clients You Love Without Wasting Valuable Time Mar 07, 2021

Many freelancers struggle to find clients who understand the value of what they do. They waste time trying to convince unqualified leads to work with them. And often, they aren’t the right fit anyway.

 

Here’s the good news. You can find qualified leads who know exactly what you...

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Learn To Raise Your Prices Without Tears: A Really Short Guide blog Oct 08, 2020

Most business owners work hard to grow their top line revenue so they can achieve an even bigger bottom line. But here’s the thing — while there are several ways to grow a business, not all of them actually grow your revenue, or more importantly your profits. 

 

So, what...

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How to Pick a Niche blog Sep 16, 2020

 

It is extremely important that you as a freelancer pick a niche. In an age of instant search, people like to type in exactly what they want or need and get top results in a flash. 

 

When you are clear about what you do, and you communicate it in a simple way, it’s easier...

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When To Scale Your Freelance Business blog Sep 09, 2020

 

Freelancers go through many stages as they start and grow their business. Each new stage brings its own challenges and questions...as well as growing pains. 

 

How do you know when to scale? 

 

What if I told you that scaling was just ONE aspect of your professional...

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3 Ways to Get Paid What Youโ€™re Worth blog Sep 02, 2020

 

When you’re starting to freelance, you may feel like you’re working hard with little compensation. While you’re still making an income, it can be a little overwhelming to have to take on more projects to make a decent income. But the truth is, you don’t have to do...

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4 Reasons Your Website May Be Losing Customers blog Aug 19, 2020

 

 The past 4 months have been a bit of a "plot twist" in our lives, don't you think?

 

With more people being stuck at home (which means more time being spent online), it's vital your website is working for your business, not against it.

 

My #1 goal is to help you and your...

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