As a freelancer you’ll likely have moments when you wish you had turned down a job. Sometimes it’s difficult to know if a client project is right for you. Being able to choose the best suited jobs ensures you have a more successful business. Here’s how to select the best suited jobs.
Know Your Strengths
Sometimes a job doesn’t go well simply because it’s not suited to your strengths. That means the project will likely be a constant challenge. You’ll work harder and longer to complete it and end up essentially lowering your hourly value. Yet when you work on a project that speaks to your strengths you finish on time, the client is happy, and you earn a loyal customer.
Additionally, jobs that suit your strengths don’t adversely affect your morale. You’re able to maintain a positive mindset. This is key for long-term success.
Know What Your Ideal Client/Project Looks Like
Write down what your ideal projects and clients look like. What makes them good projects or clients? For example, if you’re a writer, do you prefer business to consumer writing projects? Do you prefer to work with men or women? Do you like high pressure turnaround projects or do you prefer ongoing projects?
Make a list or create a paragraph description of what types of projects you like and perform well on. Then, when you have a choice to take a job or to pass, you can refer to your list to help you decide.
Take a Look at Your Schedule
Sometimes it’s very easy to say yes to a job even when you don’t have the time to get it done properly. The result is that you either get very stressed and feel burnt out, or you complete the project but it’s not your best work. Make sure you have the time and energy to complete any project you commit to. It can be difficult to say no to a project, especially when you want to earn clients; however, saying no may be the better decision.
As a freelancer it often takes time and some few hard-learned lessons to learn which jobs are the best ones to take and which to pass on. Don’t hesitate to say no. All freelance jobs are not good jobs. You’ll find the right ones. You’ll find great clients. Work hard, market your business and know what you want.
Know Your Strengths
Sometimes a job doesn’t go well simply because it’s not suited to your strengths. That means the project will likely be a constant challenge. You’ll work harder and longer to complete it and end up essentially lowering your hourly value. Yet when you work on a project that speaks to your strengths you finish on time, the client is happy, and you earn a loyal customer.
Additionally, jobs that suit your strengths don’t adversely affect your morale. You’re able to maintain a positive mindset. This is key for long-term success.
Know What Your Ideal Client/Project Looks Like
Write down what your ideal projects and clients look like. What makes them good projects or clients? For example, if you’re a writer, do you prefer business to consumer writing projects? Do you prefer to work with men or women? Do you like high pressure turnaround projects or do you prefer ongoing projects?
Make a list or create a paragraph description of what types of projects you like and perform well on. Then, when you have a choice to take a job or to pass, you can refer to your list to help you decide.
Take a Look at Your Schedule
Sometimes it’s very easy to say yes to a job even when you don’t have the time to get it done properly. The result is that you either get very stressed and feel burnt out, or you complete the project but it’s not your best work. Make sure you have the time and energy to complete any project you commit to. It can be difficult to say no to a project, especially when you want to earn clients; however, saying no may be the better decision.
As a freelancer it often takes time and some few hard-learned lessons to learn which jobs are the best ones to take and which to pass on. Don’t hesitate to say no. All freelance jobs are not good jobs. You’ll find the right ones. You’ll find great clients. Work hard, market your business and know what you want.