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With that logic, no one would ever become a freelancer. I started freelancing when I was 15yrs old. My portfolio was just toy projects that I did for fun. I fou
by menzoic 8y ago
With that logic, no one would ever become a freelancer. I started freelancing when I was 15yrs old. My portfolio was just toy projects that I did for fun. I found my first client on a forum that had a topic for posting gigs, I used the same rate that people discussed on another section of the forum which was $50/hr. If I had a corporate work history I could've easily charged more, it was a legit company. Then I found success on Craigslist (80% of the posts are terrible but there is good stuff there).
With that said, I agree you shouldn't rely on it for your main income at first which you seem to be suggesting. The OP said he just needs quick cash though.
- chvid 8y agoJust giving some though love here ... You (+ people in general) focus on hourly rates but do not factor in how much time you have spent landing that gig. Looking at totals the general statement holds: If you don't have a network you are better off being an employee. You can grow your network as an employee though.
- justaguyhere 8y agoYes, I understand your view. But we all have to start somewhere - I suppose my starting point is likely going to be low end jobs on low end freelancing sites, as I have zero network and zero online presence.
- xfitm3 8y agoYes. Run it like any other business. Networking is only one source of lead generation. It goes without saying you need to be well versed in what you do. You can’t charge people for you to learn. Using AWS as an example - re:Invent is a great conference to generate business. There are always industry conferences where you can build your network. Be helpful on mailing lists, participate in forums, participate in open source. A public body of work goes a long way.