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As a freelancer, your portfolio is a gateway to more employers (and potentially more money). A good portfolio can get you more work … a bad one can bust your chances of future freelancing prospects. Here are some tips on how to put together the best portfolio possible.
http://www.underworldmagazines.com/how-to-manage-your-freelance-portfolio/
OK, you’re a freelance-business writer. You have your website, your business cards and your letterhead. But what you don’t have is clients or leads from potential clients. What do you do to get business and get busy? Here are 10 ways to attract potential clients who might hire you.
http://inspirationfeed.com/articles/freelancing-articles/top-10-ways-to-promote-freelance-writing-services/
Between Facebook and Twitter and Google+ and LinkedIn, I could be spending my entire workday on social media sites. That’s why it’s important for you to know which networks are worth it for your business, and which are … well … not. Here’s a primer.
http://www.business2community.com/social-media/7-small-business-tips-for-choosing-the-right-social-network-062196
We all built a Facebook page back when it was the new and exciting thing for 20-somethings. Now, Facebook has turned into a multi-million dollar enterprise — and a MUST for small businesses. So how do you take the personal profile you created and turn it into a professional one? Here’s some guidance…
http://freelancefolder.com/how-to-migrate-your-personal-facebook-profile-to-a-business-page/
I’m a HUGE proponent of Google Analytics, so I think this article is a must-read for any small business owner. Building a website isn’t enough. Knowing how it’s used (and how it can be improved) is essential. Here’s why you need Google Analytics, and how to use it.
http://www.businessinsider.com/google-analytics-tips-website-2011-9
Freelancers generally look at the market in a traditional way: find what skills are in high demand and customize their services to meet them. But maybe there’s a different way to find your niche. Maybe the market will form around you, instead of vice versa. Sound crazy? Read this article and it may make more [...]
Viral marketing can be a powerful tool for small businesses. But how do you find that perfect marketing message? How do you get it to go viral? Here are some tips for getting you started on the right track.
http://www.business2community.com/marketing/viral-marketing-musts-for-small-business-057482
Social Media examiner held a contest for the best small business Facebook page. They had more than 1400 nominations. Then, their panel of Facebook experts carefully reviewed the nominees and finalists, analyzing their landing pages, engagement, reader involvement and creative use of promotions (among other things). Here are the winners… Steal some ideas!
http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/top-10-small-business-facebook-pages-2011-winners/
The number of freelancers is growing and growing, which means that we’re all dealing with more competition each day. So what’s the secret to making yourself stand out? Here are 11 ideas, courtesy of Patricio Robles with Econsultancy.
http://econsultancy.com/us/blog/7958-11-tips-for-freelance-success
There’s Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn … and now Google+. Yes, folks, there’s now one more social networking presence that we all need to keep up with. Here’s what you need to know about how to use Google+ for your business (and why it’s worth the effort).
http://www.webpronews.com/what-does-google-mean-for-the-small-businesses-2011-09
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