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Skill Up: A Software Developer's Guide to Life and Career

You're reading from   Skill Up: A Software Developer's Guide to Life and Career 65 steps to becoming a better developer

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Product type Paperback
Published in Jul 2017
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ISBN-13 9781787287037
Length 302 pages
Edition 1st Edition
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Preface I. Coder Skills FREE CHAPTER II. Freelancer Skills III. Career Skills Index

Chapter 36. Learning the Secret to Get New Clients as a Freelancer

If you're wanting to start a freelance business, the most pressing challenges typically revolve around getting new clients. When I initially launched my freelance business, I struggled to acquire customers.

However, after a few months of trudging through the traditional channels I discovered a great solution that resulted in generating over $290,000 in revenue last year. And it's what I want to discuss in this chapter.

Where to find new clients

Let's begin by reviewing the list of options for where you can find new clients as a freelancer. I've read countless blog posts and a number of books on the subject, and the following were the most popular recommendations:

  • Friends and family: This may seem like a natural place to start; however it's been my experience that friends and family typically expect you to work for free or incredibly cheap. This channel can be good if you're just starting...
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