14Aug
11 Actions To Prepare For Your Launch Into Freelancing
Are you thinking of making the jump from employment to freelancing? If the answer is maybe, yes, or already done, here is a list of actions to empower you in this new journey.
- Learn what it takes to succeed as a freelance and read my article about the eight achievements of successful freelancers.
- If you're interested in further understanding the eight achievements, purchase a copy of Path Of The Freelancer on Amazon or download the first chapter for free.
- After you've got a better grasp on the achievements, explore the Achiever's library and watch, read and list to the various sources organized by achievement.
- Get engaged in a freelancing community. I've setup a Facebook group to share articles and foster dialog about freelancing and the many wins and losses we face in the journey.
- Start spreading the word about who you are and what you offer to the world by listing yourself on freelance directory here.
- Jump into the Freelancer's toolbox to explore software, companies, and online tools to help you succeed in your craft.
- Explore the blog archives to learn how you can market yourself, build a personal brand, plan for failure and ask for help.
- If you like what you've read, subscribe to the blog via email or RSS feed.
- If you're already finding success as a freelancer and want to help others, launch a mastermind freelancing group and walk others through the eight achievements.
- Subscribe to the Freelance Transformation and Being Freelance podcasts. Explore their archives and listen to new episodes weekly.
- Sign up for Harpoon (Affiliate Link) or a comparable software to send invoices and effectively manage your invoices.
Get connected, get prepared, and make freelancing happen!
