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Networking and having a really niche skill would be your best bet. Would also be good to think about the other side’s perspective - why should a US company hire
by ensemblehq 3y ago
Networking and having a really niche skill would be your best bet. Would also be good to think about the other side’s perspective - why should a US company hire a UK contractor over a US contractor?
I’m working with a UK contractor together on a project and we knew each other from previous projects. From past experiences working with him, I’m comfortable with his quality of work.
- ogarten 3y agoThat‘s really good advice. I got a contract through my LinkedIn activities. I am also really nichey. Sometimes I think I am too much in a niche and should broaden my skills at least a little bit. Networking is also great, but a long term game. Having people come to you for projects is much more fulfilling than chasing projects on various platform.
- ensemblehq 3y agoThat's fantastic. From your contract on LinkedIn, you can branch out. The hardest step is usually the first step but if you have built a really strong reputation, people will come to you for projects without you having to chase them. That's why I opt for networking - it's an opportunity to persuade rather.