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Vincent van Gogh wrote the original “you can just do things”

Follow the Money 🫵

Going through the archives… back to those incredible domes of St. Marks in Venice. Have been inside a few times, once for a once-in-a-lifetime choral concert. You really should take binoculars to look at all the details on this stunning building. #venice #stmarksbasilica

One of my favorite buildings in Venice. The old customs house at the mouth of the Grand Canal. Want to sell something in Venice? Stop here first to pay your duties. Now a big art gallery. On top, the weathervane Fortuna wishes you favourable winds for your voyage.

Happy Monday, #FreelanceFriends! Have you collaborated with another freelancer to offer a combination of services/products? For example, a writer and website designer could team up to sell website update services. On Jan 15 at 11am at CST we will discuss this on Bluesky!

Is this the year you go freelance or start your agency? Lots of opportunity out there. These books can help. Link in the bio. 👆

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Here’s why you want to start your own agency… big conglomerates are failing. Revenue down, clients unhappy. This is your opportunity. Clients love working directly with the people who do the work. There’s never been a better time to launch your own agency.

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What if you want to make a business decision, but don't have all the info you need? Here's a secret... You'll never have all the information, so decide anyway and take action. Your action will change your circumstances. You'll meet new people. Now, you're on your way...

Freelancers: here's another reason to bill by the project. Let’s say you have a project that could be $5,000. It could also be $6,000. The client has no idea whether it should cost $5,000 or $6,000. More flexibility for you. No talk of hours or rates. Cost for the deliverable.

Great advice re: building a business. Remember, it’s “show and tell”. First, show people what you’ve done. Then tell. It’s not “tell and show”.

How do you define your ideal clients? Do you have a list (mental or written)? I think it's important to have criteria for ideal clients. Know what you're aiming for. It’s not just anyone with money.

Thinking of starting a creative agency? Focus on the right clients... ones that you enjoy working for, pay you fairly, and give you repeat business. Here's how... creativeagencybook.com/blog/freelance…

Freelancers working for agencies? That's OK (I've done it and it worked out fine), but the sooner you get your own direct clients, the better. You want to be in charge of the work with direct client communication. Besides, the agency wants a "wholesale price" to mark up. 😞