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Entries from January 2008

4 Freelance Fears and How to Overcome Them

Date January 31, 2008

We dream of quitting our jobs but, when it comes down to it, the thought of working for ourselves can scare the bahookie out of most of us.
So, we end up putting it off and continue dreaming about the day we can make our resignation into a paper airplane and fly it into our boss’ office.
But, […]

Freelance Web Designer

Date January 30, 2008

Read the quick start guide on starting a freelance web design business.
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Be a Freelance Website Makeover Consultant

Date January 30, 2008

This specialty requires a thick skin and persistence. You’ll be pitching your services to companies that already have Websites. Your job is to help companies get back on track or enhance their current Web situations.
More that likely, they jumped on the net bandwagon and quickly realized that it takes time to make a Website successful. […]

Freelance Web Designer - Quick Start Guide Summary

Date January 30, 2008

Starting a Web design business is not as complex as you may think. As businesses start to get back into the Web game, small and solo niche businesses will see more value in getting online. While design skills are important, your clients will expect you to deliver a simple, reliable and affordable solution.
Be available for […]

Freelance Web Designer - Quick Start Guide Step 5

Date January 30, 2008

Choose Your Web Host
After registering a domain name and choosing a design template, your next goal is to find a reliable host. If you registered your domain at 1and1.com, they have affordable hosting options.
For $4.95 a month, you can host a small site in a matter of minutes. If you don’t require databases, special scripting, […]