How Can You Leverage Freelancing From This COVID-19 Pandemic

When COVID-19 affected not just the Philippines but also the whole world , many businesses were closing, which is the reason  why a lot of people lost their jobs and some of them ended up pursuing freelancing. 

But, what can a freelancer do in this pandemic and how can their freelancing career be uplifted?

Let me share with you some tips on leveraging your freelancing career.

1. Learn a new skill

Learning a new skill is the most productive thing that you need to do in this pandemic. You learn something new, while staying at home with your family. You can watch tutorial videos on YouTube and vlogs or you can enroll in any credible online courses available.

2. Update your online portfolios

Since you are staying at home and you have a lot of extra time, why not get busy in updating your portfolio. You need to update your portfolio because freelancing nowadays are portfolio-based and many of the clients are basing their hiring decision on your portfolio. 

3. Be a blessing to your clients

Because of the pandemic virus, many companies are closing and your client’s business might close too. What you can do to help your client is by offering your client to lower your rate or offer a free service.  Your client will appreciate that and the client will trust you more. 

4. Get Organized

Take Advantage of this pandemic crisis by organizing things, this is the best time if you need something to finish or organize your stuff.

5. Make use of Lead Generation

If you lose a client during this pandemic crisis, don’t worry there are still clients out there waiting for your service. Even though a lot of businesses are shutting down, there are still businesses that are still operating online such as consultancy businesses, online services etc. So, optimize your social media accounts for the client to see and reach you.

Conclusion

Many are affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, don’t worry there are still available jobs out there. Make use of your time and stay productive.  And, if you have the capability to help the people in need , help them even if in the smallest gesture, because it matters to them a lot.

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Different Fears Every Freelancer Is Facing

Fear is the worst enemy of going successful because when you are fearful, you will achieve nothing. Having fear is normal but, what is not normal is loving your fear and allowing it to stop you from doing freelancing.

Here are different types of fear and tips in facing your fears.

1.) Fear Of Rejection

As a freelancer, fear of rejection is normal, you can not do anything to avoid it, what you can do is to use it for motivation. When you are a newbie, you easily feel discouraged and you want to quit easily, always remember that everything happens for a reason. Maybe you are rejected now because something better is waiting for you, you only need to wait.

2.) You’re Just A Newbie In Freelancing

Most of us are doubting ourselves due to lack of experience because we are still a newbie in freelancing. But think about those experts in freelancing, are they experts the moment they take freelancing?

There’s no such as experts when you start freelancing because freelancing is a lifetime learning process, they started as a newbie, they conquer their fear, then they overcome all those challenges even though it was hard. They become successful because of the experiences and learning they got.

3.) Overthinking about your income will not suffice in paying your bills

All of us have bills to pay that is why we need to work hard in order to earn enough for the bills. Especially if you are the breadwinner of the family, you will worry when things are falling apart, then you get stressed because of overthinking. The result of overthinking is bad, and it will not be healthy for you. Instead of worrying, manage your finances well and always allocate funds for emergencies for you to be prepared in whatever future occurrences that will come to you.

4.) What If Clients Don’t Like My Work?

It is normal to feel nervous when we get our first client. There are instances wherein the client doesn’t like your output, maybe because you don’t meet the clients standard or the clients is just high standard. Don’t worry, you’re just starting your career and eventually you will learn and improve your skills in the future.

5.) Just Do It

Let’s face it, if you will not do anything to make your dreams in freelancing come true, nothing will happen in your career. The dream will just remain a dream if you will not test the water, and you will be left behind. Start in your dreams by taking small steps, one at a time and then you will improve eventually. Freelancing is a long learning process and so do not expect to be successful overnight. Thrive hard and be positive always, this is the best attitude that will bring your career up.

Conclusion

Each of us have our own fears in life and because we are the in-charge of our lives, we need to overcome it. We can overcome those by allowing yourself to take little steps to conquer that fear.

Conquering those fears is a great fulfillment and we will be proud of ourselves in the future. For you to be successful in freelancing, be ready, start now and face your fear!

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When you enroll with an FVA course, it also comes with:

1. A FREE apprenticeship so you can get an online freelancing experience (most clients look for this before hiring)

2. Hiring opportunities through our FVA Services where potential clients can come and hire you

You will also have lifetime support from the FVA Family and a Coach guiding you all throughout the process.

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