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This course will help you maximize your time and productivity as a freelancer. You will learn tips, strategies, and best practices to help you build success. Through this course, you will gain knowledge on how to create effective time management systems, develop strategies to stay organized, and discover how to use technology to help you stay on track.

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This course teaches freelancers how to effectively communicate with clients through email and other forms of correspondence, including how to craft persuasive proposals, write effective follow-up emails, and handle difficult client relationships.

Business Correspondence for Freelancers

This course is designed for freelancers looking to improve their financial management skills, including how to negotiate rates, handle partial payments, and simplify invoicing using apps. The course also covers important topics such as cash flow management, project fees vs. hourly rates, and how to ask for a deposit or upfront payment.

Navigating Payment and Finances for Freelancers

Indy's online course for freelancers covers everything from web design to Photoshop, and from setting rates to understanding copyrights. Become a professional graphic designer today.

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This course offers a comprehensive guide to proposal writing. You will learn how to create compelling executive summaries, write persuasive business proposals, communicate value, and create a sense of urgency. Through a series of lessons, guides, and sessions, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to write winning proposals and succeed as a freelancer.

Proposal Writing for Freelancers

This course offers a comprehensive guide to freelance team management. You will learn how to manage effective meetings, understand matrix organization structures, and collaborate with other freelancers. Through a series of lessons, guides, and sessions, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to build and manage a successful freelance team.

Team Management for Freelancers

This course will provide an overview of various strategies for leveraging social media to benefit freelance businesses. Students will learn how to build and maintain a client base, connect with customers, and create revenue through partnerships. They will also receive guidance on how to start making the most of social media for their freelance business.

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Business Proposal Template

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Discover the transformative journey with Steve Carty and The Carty Method, revolutionizing the photography industry. From actionable steps to personalized mentorship, unlock the secrets to turning your passion into a profitable venture. Take control of your creative business and achieve the security and freedom you've been dreaming of. Are you ready to elevate your photography career? Dive in now!

How to Grow a Thriving Photography Business with The Carty Method

Unlock the secret to attracting clients and standing out in your field with our guide on mastering your Unique Value Proposition (UVP). Plus, discover expert tips on crafting an irresistible mission statement, streamlining client onboarding, mastering budgeting, and implementing late fees effectively.

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Discover expert advice on overcoming stress, decision fatigue, and remote work challenges. Equip yourself with actionable strategies to enhance your well-being and productivity. Don't miss out on this week's must-read tips!

Mental health

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Unlock last-minute tax tips for freelancers: Learn how to avoid common mistakes, maximize deductions, and navigate filing nuances before the deadline. Essential reading for every freelancer! Freelancer's Last-Min

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Learn how you can create a freelance bio that will attract audiences to your services with ease.

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Looking to monetize your blog? Then learn how to get blog sponsors that pay you to publish new content.

Invoices and money flow

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System administrators are in demand! Depending on the system, here are some of the top skills requested by employers and how you can be a successful freelancer.

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The type of work online freelancers do in today’s gig economy can be hard to understand, here’s what it means to freelance online. 

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The idea of starting a brand new freelance business from scratch is daunting. Trust me, I’ve been there. That’s why I put this together for you – take a look!

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Need to schedule an email in Gmail? Check out our quick-start guide for scheduling emails on desktop and mobile devices. Plus, find out how to cancel or change a scheduled email.

Be more productive

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