Judging by the most-viewed oDesk posts for freelancers in 2011, oDesk’s community members are keen to make a great first impression. Here are the top five posts.
“Ask a Manager” Career Advice for Contractors
We’re big fans of Ask a Manager’s business and career blogger Alison Green, who recently touched on a few areas of the hiring process that many contractors worry about.
Landing the Job: Present a Complete Application
Landing clients may be the most challenging part of freelancing — especially if you are new to contract work. We know the competition for online work is fierce, so the first impression you make with your potential client had better be a good one.
3 Steps to Solving the Specialization Dilemma
If maximizing your income and having the freedom to pick your clients and the projects you work with seems attractive to you, then yes, specialization is something to seriously consider.
Research Your Client: Get the Job, Keep the Job
By researching these four areas of a company before you apply for a job or make a freelance bid, you can place yourself miles ahead of your competition.
