Freelance resources
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Last month, I started a Freelance Switch Forum discussion on jobs . The context for this discussion is the high unemployment in the United States and many other countries. In the U.S., there has been a lot of talk about putting people back to work. In early December, President Obama held a Jobs and Economic Growth Forum at the White House and in Allentown, Pennsylvania .
The State of Freelancing: 2010
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Freelancing is a very satisfying way to work, but it can be very difficult to do it full-time in the Web industry. The articles and links in this section will help you get the most out of your freelance career and improve your chances at getting good contracts. Whether you are completely paperless or drowning in paperwork, there are documents that freelance web designers need to maintain a business. This article discusses the common ones and explains how to use them. Learn how to write a proposal to help you land your next web design client.
Being a freelance designer entails more than just the act of designing. Master the business side of design and you’ll thrive. Neglect it and watch your business take a dive. There can be severe consequences for those who mismanage finances, fumble along without a business plan or don’t understand clients.