This week I started working on a new software system for a client and having a lot of fun with it. The actual work is pretty similar to what I’ve done for years.
But in this project I have very near full autonomy and the ability to do whatever is right for my client (and his customers).
Control and impact. They can really change how a project feels.
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How To Start A Freelancing Business That Won’t Fail (doubleyourfreelancing.com)
Brennan Dunn has put together an epic article on what he’d do if he had to start over.
The surefire way to turn a profit when you work for yourself. (pjrvs.com)
Paul Jarvis has the very best way to make your freelance business profitable.
Put Your Customer Lead Gen on Autopilot with Drip Email (DripProfits.com) SPONSOR
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Seth’s Blog: Pain and money and b2b selling (sethgodin.typepad.com)
An important point to remember when selling to businesses: the employees aren’t spending their own money.
Less is More: 10 Ways to Simplify Your Freelance Life (envato.com)
Sometimes you have to actively take steps to simplify how you work. Leo Babauta has 10 ways you can start on your work (and personal life).
3 Ways to Disagree With Your Consulting Clients (consultingsuccess.com)
Learning how to disagree with your clients is a skill you have to learn. I usually don’t like conflict but I’ve learned that if I don’t bring problems up, worse things can happen later on.
The grass is greener where you water it (curtismchale.ca)
Good advice from Curtis McHale about focusing and giving things enough time to work.
The 3 Types of Posts That Are Proven to Generate More Leads (bidsketch.com)
Blogging just to have a new post each week probably won’t bring you the clients you want. But Ahmed Safwan goes into three types of posts that can attract clients. The how-to posts have worked really well for myself.
When All Else Fails, Play To Your Strengths (ittybiz.com)
If you’re always feeling like you need to try something new, this article by Naomi Dunford could help. Instead of chasing the new thing, focus on what’s working now and your strengths.
Quick Links
Freelance Freedom #376 – Getting Things Done (envato.com)
3 short strategies for long-term projects (freelancersunion.org)
Using IFTTT to benefit from automation as a freelancer (guerrillafreelancing.com)
Why setting a routine is key to your sanity (freelancersunion.org)
What are your standard operating procedures? (curtismchale.ca)
Thanks, I’ll see you next week
Eric Davis (@edavis10)