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Mar 1, 2023 6 tweets 2 min read
Freelancers: pitching won't win you clients

Try the "anti-pitch" instead: STEP ONE - Ask about the person (responsibilities at work, etc.)

This helps you build rapport with the human on the other end of the phone (or zoom) call
Sep 12, 2022 4 tweets 1 min read
Freelancers: If you get inconsistent feedback from a client, here's how to respond

Super quick thread, I promise 👇🧵

1 - Reiterate the goal / outcome

Say: "My understanding was [original goal]" or something similar

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2 - Point out the inconsistency seems to suggest they want a *different* outcome

Say:"It seems this feedback note is pushing us to [different outcome]"

3 - Offer to be flexible if that's the case

Say: "If that's the case, I'd be happy to"

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May 7, 2021 8 tweets 2 min read
Freelancers: Here's a list of 18 clauses my lawyer told me should be in every freelance contract

Thread time 🧵👇

#FreelanceTwitter

(this is not legal advice)

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1. Named parties
Clearly state the name of the BUSINESS you're entering the contract with

2. Definitions
Any short hand you use (e.g. "Contractor" instead of writing your name every time)

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