Re: FN-FORUM: Small Job required for website

date posted 31st January 2006 16:07

I'd echo that.

The most important thing is to think about how you are going to get
work. Are going to rely on a website? Phone people? Print some
flyers? Networking?

If you're relying on word of mouth will this supply enough clients to
fill your week with work?

Before you leave your job take a 3 days holiday and try getting some
new clients. If you're not getting any then perhaps you need to
think whether your approach is right.

Build up a client list while your working - with the aim of going
part time or leaving within 12-18 months. Only leave your job when
you're getting enough work to pay the mortgage - not before.

Rich Quick
http://www.richardquickdesign.com



On 31 Jan 2006, at 15:46, steve oconnor wrote:

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> ashley etchell wrote:
>
>> How many people on this list are full time freelancers, ive
>> considered going
>> totally freelance and giving up my day job (which im sure I could
>> get a
>> contract out of anyway) but it worries me a little, ive got a wife,
>> 2 kids, 2
>> dogs and carnivorous fish to feed, and my mortgage is pretty hefty
>> too. How
>> often do the jobs come in and how do you go about sourcing work.
>>
>> ash
>>
>
> Don't do it without some money in the bank and a plan.
> I didn't have either and am still paying for it!
>
> Also be sure you're ready for not having any holidays for a while
> and little social life.You will have to work hard & long to make a
> place for yourself in the market before you can work (more)
> sensible hours. I've yet to meet anyone who started freelancing and
> worked 9-5, 5 days per week.
>
> Make sure the wife understands! ;)
>
> Not trying to scare you off, just be realistic.
>
> steve
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