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Your graphic design portfolio is one of the most valuable assets you have in winning new clients. Be sure that you showcase your best work there, and take the time to explain each project.
Talk about what your role was in the project, what the design problem was, and how you solved it. Share your portfolio far and wide. Add new projects to it regularly (but remember that you don’t have to add every project you work on; just the best examples).
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Follow-ups show people that you value working with them and that you’re eager to continue the relationship. But if you don’t hear back after following up, beware of sending multiple messages. This can come across as pushy.
If it’s a prospective client you really want t...
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Social proof in the form of testimonials can go a long way toward getting clients on board with working with you. Display testimonials prominently on your website or portfolio. Share them on social media, too.
Ask past clients for feedback and testimonials on projects y...
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Your value to potential clients is what sets you apart from your competition. When you can clearly communicate the value you provide, you’ll have a better chance of winning more freelance clients.
The first thing to ask yourself is what your value actually is. Start by ...
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One of the best ways to get new clients is by creating content.
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Be sure that your design portfolio is up to date with more recent projects. The same goes for your social media profiles.
If a potential client visits your Instagram or other social media profile and there are no posts in the past six months, they may assume you’re no longer working as ...
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Meet people with the intention to get to know them. Don’t immediately think about what they can do for you or what you can get from them. Instead, look at how you might be able to help them.
Are there others you can connect them with? Is there a great book or article yo...
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If you have happy clients, ask them for referrals or recommendations. Let them know that you’re always open to talking to new clients and appreciate their referrals.
While it might initially seem like a client wouldn’t want to refer you to their potential competition, r...
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If you’re ready to look for new jobs, here are some suggested steps:
1) A website isn’t static; it’s dynamic . It’s ever-changing. The moment you accomplish something, you can add it to your website. When you complete a project, you can put it in your portfolio for all to...
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