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Are you new to freelancing? Or someone who is searching for some inspiration, or may be tips and techniques to be one of the best freelancers in the world? Well then, this article is dedicated for you.
To be a successful freelancer, you need to have that continuous learning attitude, you get to update yourself on what is new, what is “in” and so on. And one of the resources where you can get knowledge is through reading. Reading is one of the good resources where we can get our inspiration, motivation, may be guides and techniques to become one of the best freelancers on whatever field you choose.
In here, I compiled great articles and categorized them based on your needs that will be very helpful for you, especially for freelancers. These include guides, tips, techniques and even experiences from other freelancers.
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Do you already have that idea in your mind but do not know how to start? Or where and when to begin? These readings can help you decide.
In this article, you will find out the signs that you are already ready in facing the world of freelancing.
by: Steven Snell
These 17 tips you can read on this article consists almost all of the things you want to learn about freelancing as a starter: lifestyle, techniques, unexpected issues, and more. This will help you prepare in meeting the challenges of a freelancer.
by: Collis Ta’eed
A great article that will guide you from the time you will start until the time that you already in the phase of dealing with your clients, and becoming as one of the full-fledged business men/women in the world.
by: Samuel Ryan
Take time to read this article where Samuel Ryan shares his experience and gave tips when he decided to enter the world of freelancing. You may both have the same experience and can get good tips on him.
by: Jad Limcaco
Take a look at how Collis Ta’eed of Envato made onto the top on this interview.
by: Shannon Noack
Shannon Noack, owner of Snoack Studios, shares her experiences on how she started and what are the things she did that made her freelance company boom, from starting up to marketing your own.
by: Elizabeth Gast
This short but full of tips article will raise your eagerness to become a freelancer. Be inspired.
by: Brian
Is it really a turn-off to be a freelancer? Let this article explain it to you.
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One of the vital things a freelancer must have is inspiration. Be inspired and have some tips to ponder with these articles.
Who could imagine that freelancers can learn a lot from beggars? Curiosity strikes, eh? Read this article to believe how life of a freelancer is compared with to the life of a beggar.
by: Arfa Mirza
One of the keys a person must have to attain success is time management, especially with freelancers. Be guided by these time management tips, after you read this and followed the tips, surely you will manage your time properly.
by: Travis Robertson
Find out on this article on how an accountability group is very important for every freelancer.
by: Aaron Irizarry
Are you being attacked by nervousness that your business or freelance work will slow down because of financial problems and with our bleak economic outlook? Then this article will remove that nervousness in you by giving you guidelines or tips for you to stay ahead of the curve.
by: Laura Spencer
Avoid your freelance business to fail by reading through this article on what are the aspects of freelancing could break it.
by: Chris Garrett
In this article, Chris Garrett shares his story and the biggest mistakes he did on his freelancing life.
by: Yael Grauer
Check this article on what you can do to get inspired.
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Distractions may come in many forms. Be guided by these articles to avoid those. Or do you feel stressed out? Remember, stressed is spelled as desserts backwards. That’s just a piece of cake!
Know some tips on how you can minimize your stress as a freelancer in the easier and cleverer way.
by: Samar Owais
Are you feeling stressed out? Here are few simple stretching exercises to keep your body alive and kicking.
Keep that creativity in you alive by following these ten ways to stay creative while being exhausted.
by: Laura Spencer
Are you searching for a stress reliever after that long difficult project? This article gives you twenty one enjoyable fun distractions. Have fun!
by: Alexis Rodrigo
Find out what you can do as a freelancer during the time of you having sickness.
by: Brian Casel
Brian Casel shares his experiences on how you can keep your business healthy and stable, as well as your personal life and well-being.
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Want to make your work easier? Take a look at these must have tools on your hand.
by: Duane Kinsey
This article gives you some of the great tools you can use to manage your daily tasks. You may also gather tips here on how you may market your business.
by: Mel Ndiweni
Want to know what you should include on your contract as a freelancer? This article gives you the “bare bones” a contract should have.
by: Alexis Rodrigo
Find out on this article how Twitter will help you to market your business. You can also check out Alexis’ 31 Days to Start Freelancing here.
by: Laura Spencer
Time is very important for everyone, especially for freelancers. Laura Spencer offers you ten applications on how you can keep track of your golden time.
by: Laura Spencer
Keeping your computer secured is very important, especially into the business of freelancing. Take a look at these eleven computer security applications to secure your one important asset, your computer.
by: Glen Allsopp
Glen Allsopp shares the seven productivity tools he can’t live without. Let yourself find out if these out will also give benefits to you.
by: Ritu
Another article that consists of awesome online tools that can make your freelancing work very easy.
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Come and take a look at these articles that are all client-related tips and guidelines.
by: Mel Ndiweni
This article gives you great tips on what you need to do when you are meeting your client for the first time.
by: Alexander Dawson
This article offers you essential rules on how you can build a good relationship on your client.
by: Samuel
Here are tips you can consider when it comes to communicating with your clients.
by: Robert Bowen
Read on this article on what you can do when you encounter clients who do not respect your work and refuse to pay.
by: Lexi Rodrigo
Make your clients fall in love with your work by following these lovable tips.
by: Matthew Moore
Read this article to learn how you can get the most out of your sales call. Good sales call means incoming profits for you.
by: Laura Spencer
Discover on this article how these two words improve your relationship with your clients.
by: Dave Navarro
Not only the time of your clients is important, yours as well. This article teaches you to let your clients respect your time.
by: Jack Knight
This article gives you twelve kinds of client’s personality you can encounter as a freelancer.
by: Thursday Bram
Get some tips to help you better negotiate your contact on your client as a freelancer.
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Here are some articles that will give you tips on how to manage your finances and deal with expenses as a freelancer.
What are the things you need to know in your expenses and in financing as a freelancer? Check them out on this article.
Learn from a great freelancer for a decade now on how you can run your own freelance business and budget well.
by: Sushaantu
Here are six kinds of software to help you manage your personal finances as a freelancer.
by: Thursday Bram
Have these tips on how to lessen your expenses and save your own money.
by: Tom Walker
This article consists of simple steps and some applications and resources to help you manage your finances in just seven steps.
by: Joshua Ritchie
Take a look at this article on how Mark Zuckerberg, founder of Facebook learned about personal finances and money management.
Stephanie Gonzaga, a freelance writer shares tips on how you can budget your earnings. This one is especially dedicated to those young student freelancers out there.
Secrets of being successful into freelancing or on whatever field you decided to join, you should have that self-motivation and passion in yourself to fulfill that dream. I know these great resources will inspire you and guide you to be the best on your freelancing career. Have fun reading!
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Thursday, September 8th, 2011 21:19
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Thursday, July 28th, 2011 22:52
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Thursday, July 7th, 2011 20:38
Absolutely composed content material , Really enjoyed reading Be Guided & Get Inspired: 45 Must-Read Resources for Freelancers.
Wednesday, July 6th, 2011 21:25
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Friday, February 18th, 2011 05:56
Thanks a lot for putting this up, it had been quite handy and showed me a great deal.
Thursday, November 11th, 2010 10:43
This is one of the best resources for new freelancers that I have come across, thank you so much!
Thursday, November 4th, 2010 13:02
Very good guide , i will try to read some of them , seem very interesting topics !! thank You for sharing this :)
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Thursday, November 4th, 2010 03:28
Ok, I’m a slacker but no more, designers unite!
Chris Steurer
Thursday, November 11th, 2010 10:43
This is one of the best resources for new freelancers that I have come across, thank you so much!
Rahul
Thursday, November 4th, 2010 13:02
Very good guide , i will try to read some of them , seem very interesting topics !! thank You for sharing this :)
Ying Becker
Friday, February 18th, 2011 05:56
Thanks a lot for putting this up, it had been quite handy and showed me a great deal.
Roger Berg
Wednesday, July 6th, 2011 21:25
I got what you intend, Be Guided & Get Inspired: 45 Must-Read Resources for Freelancers bookmarked , very decent site.
Janae Sumerlin
Thursday, September 8th, 2011 21:19
I agree with your article, the fact’s are there for all to see. Keep up the good posts!
Zedric
Thursday, July 28th, 2011 22:52
Hello there, just became aware of your blog through Google, and found that it is truly informative. I’m going to watch out for brussels. I’ll appreciate if you continue this in future. Many people will be benefited from your writing. Cheers!
Johny Leblanc
Thursday, July 7th, 2011 20:38
Absolutely composed content material , Really enjoyed reading Be Guided & Get Inspired: 45 Must-Read Resources for Freelancers.