Strategic Client Retention: Turn One-Time Projects Into Ongoing Deals
Olajumoke Okunade
Landing a client often feels like the biggest victory. Hours of pitching, sending proposals, and waiting for replies…
Storytelling for Freelancers: Using Storytelling to Sell Your Freelance Services
Every freelancer has a list of services they offer, but bullet points and technical jargon don’t always move…
Client Negotiations: When and How to Talk Pricing With Potential Clients
For many freelancers, the mere thought of discussing money with a potential client during client negotiations can trigger…
Communication Skills: Why Confidence and Clarity Are Essential in Freelancing
If you have been a freelancer for a while, you know that technical expertise is important. However, technical…
Build Your Personal Brand Through Content: A Guide for African Freelancers
For many African freelancers, the challenge isn’t just finding work; it’s proving to potential clients that you’re worth…
Developing Soft Skills as an African Freelancer
When most African freelancers think about building a successful career, their focus usually centres on technical proficiency, e.g,…
Common Sales and Marketing Mistakes African Freelancers Should Avoid
Sales and marketing are often the missing pieces in the puzzle for many African freelancers. You might be…
Handling Client Feedback as an African Freelancer: Dos and Don’ts
Few things are as nerve-racking as waiting for client feedback. You hit send on a project you’ve poured…
Niching Down as an African Freelancer: Why It Matters and How to Do It Right
Generalists often struggle to stand out because their skills, while broad, don’t signal clear value to specific clients.…
Professional Communication for African Freelancers: Email and Messaging Etiquette
Master professional communication with our guide to email and messaging etiquette.
