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Here are 5 ways to introduce clients to each other:

Drink More – Ok, maybe not alcohol, but schedule a coffee meeting between two or three clients that share a similar industry (but not direct competitors). Introduce them to each other, and see how the conversation goes.

Eat More – Host a BBQ and invite a few of the clients that you enjoy working with. Don’t have a place to have a BBQ? Plan a picnic in a local park or at the beach. It doesn’t have to be a large expense, ...]]> http://www.freelancerbay.com/blogs/11/1281 http://www.freelancerbay.com/blogs/11/1281 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 01:59:58 +0300 http://www.freelancerbay.com/blogs/11/1278 http://www.freelancerbay.com/blogs/11/1278 Fri, 03 Sep 2010 01:17:28 +0300 http://www.freelancerbay.com/blogs/13/1275 http://www.freelancerbay.com/blogs/13/1275 Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:54:26 +0300
This two-day virtual event is the biggest-ever FREE online-video conference exclusively for solo professionals. It’s part of a global initiative to celebrate independent workers everywhere and the tremendous impact they have on the economy.

The conference will feature an all-star cast of 25 high-profile speakers, including bestselling authors and industry thought leaders such as David Meerman Scott, Brian Clark, Anne Handley, Mari Smith, Liz Strauss, Scott Stratten, Jonathan Fields, Dan Schawbel and many others!

The celebration couldn’t come at a better time. As more professionals continue to shift to self-employment, they’re seeking better ways to thrive in the new freelance economy. International Freelancers Day will provide aspiring, new and seasoned solo professionals with the ideas, strategies and inspiration they need to take their “business of one” to the ...]]> http://www.freelancerbay.com/blogs/1/1269 http://www.freelancerbay.com/blogs/1/1269 Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:35:36 +0300
Here are a few ways that might be useful for you prevent bad debt and maintain your freelance paycheck:

Communicate – Be upfront and clear as to what your payment expectations are. If you require a deposit before any work is completed (and you are fully within your rights to do so) then be firm that work doesn’t start until you’ve received the payment. Be consistent with your policies so all parties involved understand the expectations.

Part of your payment expectations can include a credit online small business or background check. If you have your prospective client provide you ...]]> http://www.freelancerbay.com/blogs/11/1262 http://www.freelancerbay.com/blogs/11/1262 Wed, 25 Aug 2010 01:04:08 +0300