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You know what really isn't helpful to freelancers? People in full-time employment, telling them how hard things are at the moment. If you really want to help people who are self-employed just make sure you're engaging with any post that asks for freelance support. At least then there's a higher chance your network will see it and people might actually find some work. #freelancer #selfemployed #newbusiness

*picks up 🎤 * Hello LinkedIn community! It is no secret that layoffs are rampant right now, across all industries. With the entertainment industry & surrounding sectors in LA being hit veryyyy hard. This has forced a lot of people into freelance careers that they didn’t ask for, plan for or have any idea how to navigate. I was full time freelance from 2014-2022 and I was a master at making it happen for myself! A lot of people in my IRL community have asked for advice on navigating freelance life. Re-sharing this article below with some of my key tips. Also, the comments/DMs are open to anyone who has more questions about the wild world of freelancing! #layoffs #freelance #careeradvice

Hiring a Freelancer must be tough. You have high expectations, little time, and you probably don’t trust the work to a “complete stranger”. You’re probably thinking - "I just need someone I can rely on." Someone you don’t need to handhold, who over-delivers, thrives in chaos, has the patience of a saint, and won’t lose their cool (for all those inevitable last-minute changes). Do this—Hire on values. You want patience, reliability, kindness, creativity, grit, agility, compassion, and perseverance? Hire a mom. (This one is available for Freelance starting May 1st. 👋 )

Are you ready to post a freelance job on LinkedIn but dread the overwhelming response? I’ve been on both sides of the fence - hiring and applying. So I wrote up some tips and advice on how to streamline the process and get the right freelancer without the headache. I’ll be publishing the full article early Thursday morning so if you want to be one of the first to read it, sign up to get it sent to your inbox. I’ll do a post here on LI too, but I can’t fit it all in, 😬 so the article really is the best way to get the full whack. It includes a list of everything to put in your call out and a customisable template you can use. Link is in the comments. 😄

There are many reasons why people go freelance... Some do it because they like the idea of working for themselves Others find themselves freelancing due to unfortunately being laid off their full-time job But for me, although I didn't intentionally set out to be freelance over 5 years ago, the main reason I am determined to keep a freelance career is because it allows you to have several income streams. In today's economy and job market, I'm beginning to believe that multiple income streams is the only REAL way to have a sense of job security. Putting all your eggs into one basket by relying on just one income source seems less secure, with unexpected layoffs happening so rapidly across several sectors. I posed this question sometime last year, but with the more news of people sadly losing their main income source, I think it's worth asking again... What is job security to you? #jobsecurity #multipleincomestreams #freelancing #freelancewriter

🚨TO FRIENDS WHO FREELANCE🚨 (or have a history of freelancing in the past year or so): I’m about to be hiring many folks for many production/post positions through my brand new business, FIXR Media. I want a gut check on people’s thoughts in 2024. The landscape is changing quickly, and I consider this my market research to create a better company you’re excited to work with. ➡️What is your favorite part about your favorite client? Is it strictly that they have the highest rates - or do frequency of hire, quality of leadership, and other aspects play into it more? ➡️Have any of your clients ever offered a bonus incentive as a freelancer (I.E. hit this goal, or work with us X times, and we will give you a bonus for your loyalty/quality of labor) ➡️What is the biggest frustration you regularly face? Not the horror story one, the all-too-common one. ➡️Is a client with a slightly lower rate on NET15 better than a client with a slightly higher rate on NET30+? Feel free to answer all questions, or whichever speak to you the most. Feel free to DM if you’re uncomfortable discussing any aspect in public, but still want to help me! As a proud new business owner, I’d be an idiot to think that my freelance crew is anything but an indispensable part of my company. I’ve been in your shoes, and seen the good the bad and the utterly ugly. I want to make sure that if you are there to meet my needs, I am also there to meet yours. I wish more companies thought like this. I strongly believe it would improve their product and their relationships. 🔖Tag a friend who has insight! 📥Drop me a line if you’re interested in working with us in the coming months!

Which has more stability? Freelance or Full-Time? ⚖️ While it’s commonly thought that full-timers have more job security - that’s not always the case. Both career types come with different challenges when it comes to stability, and this week, we explore all the pros and cons of being freelance vs full-time. What do you think? 🤔 Let us know in the comments. You can watch the full video here to see who won the debate: https://loom.ly/RuNfBoA #motiondesign #freelance #fulltime

Turning down freelance opportunities can be tough, especially when they seem tailor-made for you. But there are some common red flags you need to be on the lookout for when applying for a freelance role or project. 🚩 Workload I have seen many (and I mean many) roles posted recently for companies searching for 20 articles a month. To break down that math for ya, that's 5 a week or 1 each workday. That's full-time work for most people (or close to it). Think about the capacity you have. Taking a role like this might mean you are passing up on clients because your schedule is pretty packed. 🚩 Pay rate No surprise to this one here. Know your worth. Too many companies will try to get away with charging below $.10/word which is already pushing it to the bottom of the barrel. 🚩 Exaggerated responsibilities Now, this one might be a little controversial but if you are a writer and getting paid to write, that is all you should be doing. If you are going to be responsible for in-depth research, putting this piece into WordPress, formatting it in any major way, and using in-line links to a specific site, that all needs to be reflected in your rate. It's easy to become blinded by opportunity, especially early in your freelance career. But here's the truth: it's okay to say no. It's okay to walk away from gigs that don't align with your needs, your time, or your vision. Remember, your well-being and happiness matter more than your work. Trust me, you'll feel a lot less drained at the end of the day when you're doing work that truly fulfills you.

NEWSFLASH! You, too, can be a freelance rockstar. All ya' gotta do is join the Facebook group! In it, you'll find: • answers to your questions • support from like-minded folks • motivation and encouragement • occasional freelance job postings • challenges to improve your game • best software tools and apps • mindset tips and tricks • insider advice • resources • and so much more! If you're a creative freelancer, solorpreneur, what have you and running your own business full-time, part-time ... or even if you're looking to make the jump, this community is for you! But don't take it from me. Take it from them: "I love learning from the experiences of other freelancers, and knowing it's a space where I can go to get answers to a question, find talent, or just bounce ideas off folks." —Torey B. "I love connecting with other freelancers! Julie has created a very positive and supportive place to connect. A lot of people don't understand us, so it's nice to have a little slice of community and camaraderie." —Kaci B. Come on over. Join the fun. And become your very own freelance rockstar. https://lnkd.in/eNSwHcy #freelancerockstars #community #freelancetips