I’m a very successful freelancer. Last year I earned £183,580 ($253,633.60 US at the time of writing). Not only do I earn a lot of money but I have a lifestyle that makes most of my friends jealous. I’ve been to Australia for the Ashes, I’ve been to Abu Dhabi for the Grand Prix. I’ve watched England play football around the world, I’ve watched West Ham play in Europe (and around the country most weekends), I’ve been to a Rugby World Cup Final, I’ve been to the World Championships in Darts and so on. I travel regularly, own my own home in London at the age of 29 and drive a brand new Land Rover. If someone knows how to make a success as a freelancer it’s me.
Back in 2015 I created an online course for freelancers. I’ve now decided to provide this information for free. Whilst some of the information is now outdated due to Elance and oDesk joining up to become Upwork, the vast majority of information is still very relevant. The tips inside this course are how I became a successful freelancer. They are all from my own experience and I’m sure even seasoned freelancers could learn a lot from it. I apologise in advance for the recording quality – it was my first attempt at recording anything online. Each video only lasts a few minutes so it’s easy to watch a few videos at a time. Here are the links:
What is freelancing? https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=y-J7Orur8aA
Pros and cons of freelancing https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=zuCo40xUX9o
Who freelancing is and isn’t for https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=zuCo40xUX9o
Why you should get in to freelancing whilst you are currently working or are a student https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=s6_S1OKnyME
Things you will need to be a freelancer https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=WnLy7dmvCAs
What area you will freelance in https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=B_w5HDjJT2E
Facts and Myths https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=tR4yQB-TqEA
What freelance website is for you https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=ZPbVJBEJ1mA
How to get work as a freelancer: Contact companies directly https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=48S59Yi8X-k
How to get work as a freelancer: Agency outsourcing https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=k8GXoWp8OWQ
How to get work as a freelancer: Hire a telemarketer https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=lPUmSkkicOk
How to get work as a freelancer: Professional networks https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=2g_iWnGlqAE
How to get work as a freelancer: Networking https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=UfjdpcCt6Dw
How to get work as a freelancer: Create a website https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=RRD4_YrH-mo
How to get work as a freelancer: Word of mouth https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=7AH30RHkG8Q
How to get work as a freelancer: Online forums https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=MAIFEhv-IdI
How to get work as a freelancer: Local advertising https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=IrFrZOCQLaA
How to get work as a freelancer: People you may know https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=xEiX2nML1rU
How to get work as a freelancer: Buy leads https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=YWkeTMyk7Kk
How to get work as a freelancer: Be innovative https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=Xw-Xa8tIfoU
What makes you stand out on freelancing websites? https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=Frk0fZryaSk
Tailoring your proposal to a freelance job post: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=ZQuMia1Koxg
Explain you are the right person for a freelance job: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=RK4_1_bXyqQ
Test validate proposals to freelance jobs: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=W6PQ-7uBPsk
Gain freelance jobs by offering something for free: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=0o08E5unGEE
Review what you charge as a freelancer on a continuous basis: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=gWMf2Z0EfQQ
Pros and cons of small clients as a freelancer: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=q8Tl1-XYPpc
Pros and cons of medium clients as a freelancer: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=FckieSY7twA
Pros and cons of large clients as a freelancer: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=-Dnsa0H6rmk
Pros and cons of working for agencies as a freelancer: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=7rbpOT2-3nM
Clients to avoid as a freelancer: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=Y638uDRSlUM
Grow your freelancing business by outsourcing work: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=YgBsE7bVWmY
Grow your freelancing business by hiring other freelancers: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=LjV-nooI0ZM
Grow your freelancing business by hiring a member of staff: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=ho0MnDO5Ei4
When is it the right time to grow your freelancing business? https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=Mfe_m7iXKhg
Freelancing Tip 1: Setting your working hours https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=2hMKngTqHb0
Freelancing Tip 2: Create a routine https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=oHUUkUqZMwY
Freelancing Tip 3: Be prepared for quiet periods https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=mbbkiLvQBmM
Freelancing Tip 4: Speed up processes https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=8wyTmBqaSqU
Freelancing Tip 5: Live a life https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=VXveqA5LXr8
Freelancing Tip 6: Burnout https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=lIS1fMxzp3k
Freelancing Tip 7: Eat a proper diet https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=cq6EEqpsXZA
Freelancing Tip 8: Find an escape https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=MLklHDJBacs
Freelancing Tip 9: The importance of a support system https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=h9874PQElZo
Freelancing Tip 10: Separate home and work life https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=8kTGa6A7gQU
Freelancing Tip 11: Business cards https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=KaXOmTpJ8MQ
Freelancing Tip 12: Ask for feedback https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=CRVoFz26I_M
Freelancing Tip 13: Critique https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=nLLSdj1NNTE
Freelancing Tip 14: Continued learning https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=NXopzUArXPo
Freelancing Tip 15: Manage client expectations https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=krgJcID9AMA
Freelancing Tip 16: Saying no and firing clients https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=QmGCSt0ogbQ
Freelancing Tip 17: Find out what makes your client happy https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=QmGCSt0ogbQ
Freelancing Tip 18: Have a thick skin and be mature https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=-WKpBUYP3oc
Freelancing Tip 19: Contracts and NDAs https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=4f3fY6dQ8yM
Freelancing Tip 20: Be proactive during quiet periods https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=zTtwqew-JkI
Freelancing Tip 21: Get the right accountant https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=3aNONXgC-kw
Freelancing Tip 22: Stay on top of your bookkeeping https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=1VlitbT2v1U
Freelancing Tip 23: Prioritise your current clients https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=ZewQCgGHrZk
Freelancing Tip 24: Enjoy what you do https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=GrsrektSxdQ
Freelancing Tip 25: Back up your emails https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=vXSmfu33-HU
Freelancing Tip 26: Be prepared for too much success https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=U3fazsrKh44
Freelancing Tip 27: Reputation is everything https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=KA1qSXfxruo
