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Your Own Professional Coach – One Day Only

If you’ve ever considered hiring a professional business coach, HOW has an incredible option for you, and it’s FREE! More

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Creating memorable holiday greetings

It’s not too late to send a holiday greeting to clients and prospects. Freelance writer and CFC veteran, Tom Tumbusch of WordStreamCopy shares a few tips to show your creativity and your gratitude at the same time. Continue reading More

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13 Holiday Promotions That Shine

From the witty to the whimsical and the simple to the sweet, these holiday promotions and client gifts are making the season a little brighter. More

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One Freelancer’s Plan for 2013

In the latest podcast/interview with writer and journalist, Bryn Mooth, we talk about her goals for growing her network in 2013 and reaching outside her current sphere and especially, how to keep track of her best prospects (that doesn’t involve learning a new software). Continue reading More

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LinkedIn as a Prelude to Follow Up

Here’s a trend I’ve noticed… You attend a conference (I was at MYOB last week). You meet some new people during the networking reception and grab their card (or not — as long as you vaguely remember their name, you … Continue reading More

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I used to be afraid of public speaking…

Jenn David of Jenn David Design used CFC to practice a skill that will help grow her business — public speaking — and it wasn’t so bad! Continue reading More

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Creating Your Personal Brand

Freelancer, Martha Retallick, on personal branding for freelancers: how to capitalize on your uniqueness and develop your individual brand personality. Continue reading More

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Best practices for freelancers

Get all of Ilise Benun’s 2011 Freelance columns from HOW Magazine for only $2, including knowing when to make the move and how to get a client’s budget. Continue reading More

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How to find clients outside your network (Part 2)

Gina Blitsten, freelancer writer, explains why it’s important for creative freelancers to expand your network beyond your circle of contacts and how to diversify your network to find more clients. Continue reading More

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How to find clients outside your network

Gina Blitsten, freelancer writer, explains why it’s important for creative freelancers to expand your network beyond your circle of contacts, family and friends. Continue reading More

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