I made $21 in my first 6 month on fiverr as a freelancer
I did receive many requests from buyers but as a newbie, I struggled with the art of selling
Some of the real-life principles (not tactics) I used. I actually copied it from some people. Why re-invent a wheel?
I knew my potentials. I could see something better, something greater. I knew this freelancing of a thing is for me. I knew, I knew that I would make money from freelancing. But I can make stupid money If I up the way I sell.
During my visit to Abuja, I learned something from
a customer representative of Arik Air. My flight was scheduled for 7am but I sleep a lot. You see, I can see for 23 hours from the total 24 hours a day. The doctor said it's not normal but mehn, I enjoy it.
Onward
I sha missed that flight.
The Arik Air's Representatives
was exceptional in handling my case. She gave me one simple principle that was responsible for my success as a freelancer. I closed many deals. Turned down many of them. I then increased my price and making $6k was easy. This was in 2017. I was expected to be in Abuja by 10am
but I missed it. However, there was an afternoon flight. Where most customer rep would say "I can book a flight leaving at 2:30pm for you", this lady, a sales-spirited one, showed me one of the greatest customer retention strategies.
She found a way to appease me, which, as you can guess, might be quite worked up about a cancelled flight. So while knowing all too well that seats on the 2:30 PM flight are
still available, the representative said “Well, there’s a flight at 6:30 AM tomorrow, but let me see
what I can do to put you on an earlier flight, but I am afraid it’s fully booked. Hang on there, let me check”
The few moments ensued, while I listened to the representative clicking. I wasn't so sure but I could guess she was either shopping online or replying her bf messages,
but what actually matters is
that I thought she cares a lot about me. I mean, this is someone who's ready to go extra miles to please me. After more than 90 seconds, she finally said
“Ok, so I’ve managed to squeeze you in on an earlier flight at 2:30
PM this afternoon.”
This is called experience engineering, as it compares two less desirable options. In this case, a less-desirable option was the 6:30am flight the next day, this created a mental imbalance, making the 2:30pm flight, the best alternative.
As a customer, I wasn't concerned about my
missed flights as I was happy to have avoided waiting until the next day.
What does this mean for your freelancing journey? It means you should always put your clients as your priority. When a client reaches out to you, show them you care about them.
For instance, a client
that needs an SEO article might forward her website and ask for your opinion. Even if you can give her the SEO score immediately, don't. Tell her you are using your premium SEO tools to find the best SEO reports since most SEO software in the market are biased. It will paint a
Mental anchoring, painting you as a freelancer who cars.
It works all the time. It worked yesterday and will continue to work.
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Why you struggle as a freelancer (Almost everyone struggles with Number 3)
1. Looking for Eight-figure companies to work for
You probably will never work for an eight-figure company throughout your freelancing journey (It's not a curse) because the big agencies have snapped up the last one you could work with
Starting as a newbie, I preferred working with small companies. I enjoyed working directly with the decision makers and not have to lose sleep over working with 12 layers of management. Moreover, you will get paid faster but you also risk not getting paid at all
Dear freelance writers, do this and you are guaranteed to land at least 3 clients next week. No jokes. RT for others
Now that you have no gig you are working on, niche down on who you wanna work with. Choose 3 niches (you can choose less). For example, someone can choose SaaS, Healthcare, and financial planning niches.
Use this week to write two SEO articles on each niche, give it to other writers to assess. Ensure you give it to people who will criticize your copies objectively. Subjective criticisms drain one's morale.
How I fought procastination, restored motivation, and maximized Productivity
If you’re like most people, you want to get more done than you currently do. That’s a problem. These productivity tips can help you with that problem.
A tip is quick way to fix something. It is not a long, involved, complicated solution. It’s a quick hit. A tip is something
you can try quickly, and if it works for you, great. If it doesn’t, throw it out and try another one. Most of these ideas can be implemented in minutes, and will show results immediately. Some might seem contradictory. Some might feel redundant
About 76% of LinkedIn members said the “Who’s Viewed Your Profile” feature is one of the most helpful tools on LinkedIn (paying members get much more value from this feature). If you are a job seeker, knowing which employers or recruiters have been visiting your profile can guide
you to follow up with those individuals. You might say something like, “I noticed you viewed my profile. I am very interested in x and would like to have a conversation with you this week or next. Might we set up time to meet?”
Unfortunately, information on your viewers is
extremely limited without a LinkedIn Premium membership. But you can get some details. For example, try clicking on “Weekly search appearances” from your profile page. #linkedinTIPS
Have you wanted to know what search terms other members, potential clients, recruiters or
Ignore this IF you are making $5k/month as a freelancer....
RT if you are freelancer
When a buyer chats you...
The first thing you're meant to do is to "Thank them for coming around."
"Hi, thanks for getting across to me. I am excited to tell you that you made the right
choice by contacting me.
Secondly...
SELL YOURSELF (BRANDING)
...As a professional writer for 5 years now and a MBA holder, I pride myself at delivering top-rated articles....etc. So, be confident that I can render the service you so seek for.
If u are replying late...
Apologize for late response.
Hi Dear, thanks for your message. I am elated to inform you that you're on the right path for choosing to contact me.
I am however sorry for the late response....
Then give reasons..
I was in a long hour flight...
I was in a meeting...