Learn how to follow up after a discovery call without feeling pushy. Simple, low-pressure ways to check in and get replies from warm leads.
Following up After Discovery Calls
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Finding Clients - The Freelance Lifestyle by Emma Cossy
The Freelance Lifestyle is all about finding what works for you and your aspirations. I’ve got loads of resources to help you on your journey, plus courses, communities and more. I’ve been a freelancer for many years and I’ve seen the best and worst of what’s out there.
I’ve even released a book that’s the ideal guide for all freelancers. Everyone from those just starting out and considering ditching the 9-5, to those who’ve been freelancing for many years.
Have a look around, you’re very welcome here!
Real, practical strategies for landing freelance clients, from pitching and networking to building a pipeline that works for you. No fluff, just what actually works from someone who’s been freelancing for years.
Everything I've written about Finding Clients
Should I Join a Directory?
Are freelance directories worth it? Emma Cossey shares how to choose directories that support SEO, visibility, and client enquiries.
How to deal with gaslighting clients
Strap yourself in folks. I’m about to go on a rant! I hate it when clients gaslight freelancers. Gaslighting is where someone tries to convince someone of a different reality to the one they’re currently facing. And it's designed to undermine your confidence and...
Freebie: The 4 Week Pitching Challenge!
Hello freelancer! I've had this challenge for a while, and I've shared it on social media a few times, but I wanted to share it here too. Sometimes we just need a structured format to get the ball rolling again! Finding clients can be a really tricky challenge, and we...
How to find the right networking event for you
As things are opening up again (and fingers crossed that will include business events later this month if it’s safe to do so), I wanted to focus on a hot topic for June - networking. Over the next few weeks I’ll be sharing tips on how to network authentically,...
Keeping your business in the black and out of the red (Guest Post)
Getting paid by your customers or clients is one of the most important things that a business needs in order to flourish. But simply sending out your invoices isn’t enough - you need to remember that a sale isn’t a sale until the money’s in your bank account! Emily...
How to create a client checklist
When a potential client approaches you about working together, it can be pretty exciting. But hold your horses! Just because they've approached you, doesn't mean you have to say yes. In fact, you should ask yourself a few questions to make sure they're the right fit...
Six reasons why you should hire a freelancer
While the USA seems to have a good grasp of the concept of hiring freelancers, it's still a largely foreign concept in the UK - especially outside the creative industry. This is starting to change though, with the economy improving and companies looking at what...
Five ways to be a better public speaker
Public speaking is one of the hardest skills to learn as a freelancer. Standing in front of a crowd of people, presenting your thoughts on a topic can be nightmare inducing. As someone who was a shaking, stuttering red-face mess at school when presenting anything to...
How to create a Trovit job alert
Want an easy way to get all the right freelance jobs sent to you? The Freelance Lifestyle shows you how, with a Trovit alert.