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Detailed Archives

Date March 15, 2008

I’ve updated my archives page for easier browsing and searching. You should now be able to expand each month and view all post titles.
If you’ve just joined FreelanceSprout, the archives should get you caught up.
Enjoy and have a great weekend!

A Freelancer’s Search Engine Optimization Glossary

Date March 4, 2008

If you’re just starting out in search engine optimization (SEO), the myriad of terms you’ll come across can be confusing. The following is a list of the most common words and phrases associated with getting your Website ranked in the search engines.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) – SEO refers to a number of methods employed to […]

Calculating Your Freelance Rates - Part 2

Date February 13, 2008

The first question you need to ask when you’re trying to determine your rate is: What are you worth?
Not “net worth” more like “salary worth”. Determine what someone with your same skill level would make in a full-time, salaried position. The Web is full of sites that catalog salary levels, most notably Salary.com (www.salary.com).
Monster.com […]

Calculating Your Freelance Rates - Part 1

Date February 12, 2008

What do I charge? This question is as illusive as it is scary. Other questions that plague freelancers include: Am I asking enough for this type of job? Should I charge by the hour, or use a flat project fee? Is charging less for nonprofit work considered illegal? These questions are legitimate but really focus […]

Freelance Web Designer

Date January 30, 2008

Read the quick start guide on starting a freelance web design business.
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