10 Easy Tips to become a Freelancer

10 Easy Tips to become a Freelancer Home Blogging 10 Easy Tips to become a FreelancerBloggingcareer10 Easy Tips to become a FreelancerBy Manishi Pande - November 28, 201726660Facebook Are you planning to become a freelancer? Want to earn and work from home with your preferred timing? If your answer to these questions is yes then this article is for you my friends. Becoming a freelancer is not a tough job you can easily become by following few easy tips.Freelancers work whenever and wherever they want. They do not have to visit office, wear formals and follow 9-5 working rule. People often doubt whether or not freelancing is good for them or not. Try working for some time if that is what you want and you feel satisfaction then continue with it. If that’s not your calling then join a full time employment.Here are Few Tips to Be FreelancerRegister on Freelancing Website Contents hide 1 Register on Freelancing Website 2 Create your Own Website 3 Understand Client Requirements in Detail 4 Determine Legitimate C ost 5 Communicate Well 6 Meet Deadline 7 Deliver More Than Expected First thing you need to do is to register yourself to freelancing websites, nowadays many websites are available you can register your details. Many startups find freelancer from this websites. You will have access to many groups of people. You can get projects for you as per your skills mentioned in profile details. You can interact with client once they hire you. All this websites help you grow your network. All you need to do is register yourself and make your profile look best with mentioning past work details, skills, hourly charges etc. Few websites on which you can register are:Freelancer.comUpwork99designsApplancerCreate your Own Website If you are good at designing then you can create your website for free all you will require is hosting and domain. Building website is optional if you have just started your career in freelancing then you should first t focus on delivering best outcome to client on tim e and once you build your portfolio you are all set to build your own online portfolio (your own website). You can further add this links to all freelancing website profile as your website link. Online portfolio helps client in decision making. Keep in mind that you mention your works, best work which you are proud of and contact details.Understand Client Requirements in DetailThis is equally important part just like getting a project. If you understand the requirement properly then only you will deliver project as required. Make sure you have understood what client is looking for. Try to create certain prototype and send it to them. At times client doesn’t know the exact requirements but they know few live examples or they will try to convey with few drawings etc. Try understanding it and create the product as required. Client doesn’t always know all technology that you are aware of so be patient and make them understand and teach them in a manner which makes them feel confiden t about it.Determine Legitimate CostKeep pricing as per current market. Research on how much freelancers charge for particular skills or module etc charges. Be genuine don’t just demand what you feel like as clients are not fool. Factors like how much time you will invest what all expenses project will cost etc. Note it down and add a little amount to earn profit. Don’t demand then market rating else people will hire someone else.Communicate WellA good communication is key to success. Communicate with client as per meeting scheduled do not miss it. Communication between you and client should be clear. Inform client about project status, changes you are willing to make, what best suits their product, etc. They must feel that they are a part of product building, take feedback from them and try to build healthy relation with them. You can user tools like Skype, slack etc for communication. Share a project tracker sheet with client to keep project status in one place.Meet DeadlineNe ver miss a deadline especially if this is your 1st or 2nd project. Respect time and you will achieve success. Deliver project on date given to client. Missing a deadline really creates a bad impression, it makes client trust you less, and they feel you are not professional enough to handle it. With this you can even loose a project and also recommendations. So if you want to be a successful freelancer deliver project on date assigned. At times due to some technical issue project may get delayed a day or two but make sure to inform client about it. Keep them posted.Deliver More Than Expected Last but not the least deliver more than expected. Don’t provide just what you promised impress client. Make them happy. If client is happy he/she will definitely refer you somewhere or maybe next time they will contact you for further work. They will give recommend you to many people and you may get many other project due to them. Deliver what you committed In a given time and upto the level. Ask for the feedback this will help you improve your service in future.All this points will help you become a better freelancer and become your own boss.Happy Freelancing !

The skills I gained from extra-curricular activities at university

The skills I gained from extra-curricular activities at university Employability agents at the University of Warwick are undergraduates who are employed by the Careers Skills Service to promote careers and employer events and to generally raise awareness of the support available on campus. When I held this role I was known as a Careers Rep and in this blog, I reflect on my responsibilities and the skills I developed. I developed organisational skills. Careers reps were sent weekly newsletters from our manager that included all the main posts required to be posted on the Facebook group. I found that some newsletters had more material than others and it was down to me to decide which information was relevant to Chemistry students and when to post it. I quickly established that scheduling posts for the week was the best way to organise information so that I didn’t have to worry about forgetting to post. It soon became very helpful and some days I could go without logging into Facebook because I knew the material would be automatically posted. I developed an awareness of where to find information. Soon after starting the job, I became more comfortable with the use of MyAdvantage and looking back at my year, I am so impressed with my involvement with the Warwick Careers and Skills team where I attended many workshops and completed the  Skills Portfolio Award  . I personally think my role as the careers rep was highly motivating   because I tried to be more involved with the careers team to be able to then sell the services provided to fellow students. This also meant I started using platforms such as LinkedIn and other job-search websites more actively to identify information that could be of use to others. I learnt how to serve an audience. With the wide range of opportunities as well as employment related adverts, assessing the worth and relevance of the information was a key part of the role. It was very important to me to post all important information that I came across while also ensuring that notifications from the Facebook group to students were not seen as a waste of time by them. Furthermore, I started to share blogs written by Warwick Student Bloggers, (myself included) I thought were relevant to careers and/ or skills. I personally found that advice from fellow students was easier to take because they have been in your shoes very recently, be it about attending an assessment centre or working on your time management skills. The greatest boost to my confidence was when the Chemistry Careers Advisor, Charlie Cunningham, mentioned that the group membership went up from 360 to 500 in the last academic year. It was greatly satisfying to see that my work was having the impact I wanted. I did more blogging! As an avid blogger, I embraced the opportunity to be able to write for the Warwick Careers blog where I shared my insight and learning with fellow students. It was great to see some of my blogs being shared on LinkedIn by members of the careers team and this encouragement truly made me feel like I was part of the team and was making a meaningful contribution to it. I enjoyed the impact and involvement. Not only would students message me on Facebook to ask about the content I posted but I received several messages of ‘Thank You’ and from those impressed with the administration of the group. Because the large part of the role was based online, there were times when I questioned the impact of my work, however these occasional messages from people only confirmed that my effort was making a difference. Having been able to help people was something I was very proud of. This point would be incomplete without a special mention to those who messaged me regarding job opportunities they found as well. It truly added a team-work spirit to my role and created a supportive environment. I enjoyed the freedom and flexibility in the job. My favourite part of the job! The amount of encouragement I received from the Charlie, the Chemistry Careers Consultant, the blogging team, as well as the rest of the Careers and Skills team to develop in my role and try new things. I certainly embraced the flexibility and freedom in the job a lot by writing many blogs and posting content on the Facebook group as I considered appropriate. Charlie would always be very encouraging when I experimented with new ideas and posted different material as well as being very helpful whenever I was unsure about something. I do think that there is a lot of potential for the Employability Agent role to develop further and someone else will surely bring their own creativity to the job. The Careers Rep role was an absolute pleasure and I certainly feel a lot more informed about potential career pathways, as well as equipped with knowledge in terms of where I can find more information.

Doors Opened For Women in the Military - Classy Career Girl

Doors Opened For Women in the Military Good  news for ambitious women in the military. Combat roles are now open for all women starting January 2016. Women can now  drive tanks, fire mortars and lead infantry soldiers into combat announced Defense Secretary Ash Carter on December 3rd, 2015.   This means that as long as they qualify and meet the standards, women will be able to contribute to our mission in ways they could not before, Carter said at the Pentagons press briefing. There will be no exceptions. Our force of the future must continue to benefit from the best people America has to offer. In the 21st century, that requires drawing strength from the broadest possible pool of talent, Carter said. This includes women because they make up over 50 percent of the American population. This decision  opens  220,000 jobs to women.  We at CCG are proud of our readers who are women in the military and want to take this opportunity to say THANK YOU. Today we send tribute to the working women thousands of  miles away from home, living in barracks in the desert and  fighting terrorists to safeguard our country’s independence.  We can’t begin to imagine what the demands of this profession is like, but we greatly admire the women rising the ranks in a male-dominated profession. Photo: The U.S. Army

7 21st Century Careers You Should Consider

7 21st Century Careers You Should Consider In five years’ time there’ll be careers that no one has even thought of yet; in ten years’ time the world of work will have changed beyond recognition.   The pace at which technology is developing will transform our lives in unimaginable ways.   Pretty scary huh.   Well maybe, but it’s also pretty exciting. You know that your working future is going to be one unpredictable road trip.   Even if you opt for one of the traditional roles, like being a teacher, there’s no way that job is going to be anything like what it is now, ten years from now.   So what’s a girl to do?   Make that skillset broad and adaptable and remember, you don’t need to be a weatherwoman to tell which way the wind blows. So with that in mind, let’s start with some old favourites. Dental Hygienist Not sexy enough for you? Don’t want to play second fiddle to the dentist?   Fair enough, but let’s not be too hasty.   That aging population of baby boomers need their gums attended to and there aren’t nearly enough people out there to do it.   It’s a less demanding gig than being a dentist, it’s well paid and there’s going to be plenty of work around for some time to come. Physio-therapist Again, this is a real shortage area and again an aging population means that this skill will continue to be in high demand, which means that you can work where you want and expect to be well paid for it. Location Scout Think Game of Thrones, think about all those locations and the problems involved in shooting in them.   For someone who loves film and who loves travel this is the dream job.   It takes luck and dedication to land this one though.   There’s no clear route to the role.   You could join a production company but that won’t necessarily get you where you want to be.   Your best bet is probably to choose a location, learn the language, set up a website and start to make contacts.   A popular directory for film and TV is mandy.com, so you might start by registering there. Professional eSports Gamer eSports are the fastest growing spectator sport in the world and top gamers make a lot of money.   This year there’s a prize pot totalling $63 million and that’s only going to get bigger.   The top male earner netted $2,618,120 this year, whilst the top female earner picked up $141,775.   That’s quite a pay gap and yet women make up 52% of the gaming population.   Time to start beating the boys at their own game. A job in the games industry This is so male dominated it’s ridiculous.   As a woman designing games for women you would be worth your weight in gold, literally. Software designer/developer Same territory I know, but these people are the 21st century blacksmiths, everyone, everywhere, wants them.   If you’ve the skills, the desire and the courage to work in a male dominated field then the world is your oyster, in fact it’s the whole seafood platter. Social media influencer Yes, I am serious, this isn’t just for pretty half-wits, it’s big business and it’s getting bigger.   There are agencies like IMA and FameBit for bloggers and vloggers and they are being increasingly used by big business as part of their marketing strategy.   There’s no telling if you’d still be doing this in two or three years’ time, but by then you’ll be in a position to jump to the next stone. Image credits Main   On Location   Developers

How to Use Free Resume Examples to Make Your Resume Stand Out

How to Use Free Resume Examples to Make Your Resume Stand OutFree resume examples will give you some idea on how to make a well-written resume, but you will need to hire someone to do the hard work for you. This will save you money and time, as you no longer have to spend all your time on research. By using free resume examples, you will get a feel for the format and structure that will be used in the real world.In order to create a well-written resume, there are several things that you should take into consideration when using free resume examples. Keep in mind that a resume is simply a letter to the prospective employer that summarizes what you have done in the past to earn a degree.Because it is an open letter, it should highlight your accomplishments by highlighting your past experiences, achievements, and recommendations. An effective resume begins with an intro, but a good intro could include a list of skills, knowledge, and achievements. Begin your intro with the basic contact information for your employer, including your name, your position, and your employer's name. Include your contact number and a brief description of yourself, and don't forget to include the employment status at which you are applying.Some employers may want a summary of your past employment experience, but for future employers this may be redundant. You can include these details if you want to keep your personal details out of the public eye. This will help you keep your resume 'clean' and in line with what employers want to see in their applicants.Of course, when you're looking for free resume examples, you will find a lot of information that talks about what to include and what not to include. Many of the free examples will talk about which types of information are best kept private. If this is something that you want to avoid, it is best to look elsewhere. If you have to include this information, make sure that you take the time to make it easy for the reader to follow.Employers use standardized resume formats and want to know that you understand what you are writing. They will not be impressed by a resume that is poorly written or includes too much information. On the other hand, they may be impressed with a resume that contains a lot of personal information, so use your best judgment here.Some employers might be fine with your personal details, such as hobbies and interests. This information can be included, but only within reason. It can be included, but only in a paragraph or two, as it does not belong on the first page of the resume.Free resume examples can show you the format that will work for you, but you must still take the time to understand the basics of resume writing. This knowledge can help you avoid costly mistakes that can take you a long time to correct.

Lying is a Really Bad Career Management Strategy

Lying is a Really Bad Career Management Strategy If you have been following the Olympics and the womens gymnastic competition, you already know that there has been some speculation around the ages of some of the Chinese gymnasts. In light of some new evidence, the IOC is planning an  investigation  to determine if these athletes are underaged and if they violated the rules of the competition.  Unfortunately,  lying about qualifications  is not uncommon in the world of sports or in the world of corporate America.Many  careers have been ruined  or at least severely impaired because job seekers have falsified information on their resume.While it can be tempting to embellish accomplishments on a resume, it is a poor career management practice that can damage your personal brand, ruin your credibility, and hurt your chances for future employment. Recruiters and hiring authorities are routinely using the Internet to validate information about candidates and if there are discrepancies between your resume and the information that surfaces through a Google search or another resource, this can certainly influence a hiring decision.  Transparency  is the cornerstone of a strong career management strategy. The goal of the interview process is to create rapport and trust. This cant be accomplished if your resume doesnt portray  your story  accurately. Make sure that you dont get taken out of the game too soon. Create a resume with accurate dates of employment, job titles, and educational credentials and position your accomplishments in a meaningful and realistic way. Dont eliminate graduation dates or parts of your chronologyif a date is missing, a hiring manager is likely to ask you to fill in the blanks. Honesty rules whether it is in sports, a job search, or life.

exclusive workshop what is job sharing

exclusive workshop what is job sharing It seemed like an epidemic to me. In the last few years, I have had so many conversations with clients and friends who were considering leaving the workforce. These are highly educated women, who decided to have children, and going back to work to a full-time, high-stress environment no longer met their needs. They tried to make it work, but between work and home life, they were exhausted. They did not want to become a stay at home parent. They wanted to work and be active; they wanted to contribute in the world; they wanted to utilize their years of experience and education; they just wanted more freedom but didn’t see any options. Job Sharing can transform your life I met Melissa Nicholson of Work Muse, a job sharing consulting firm and she saw the same things. In fact, she even experienced it! Before launching Work Muse, she created a job sharing arrangement for herself and got it approved within her company. She made it work for 8 years in a marketing and sales role. After speaking with Melissa, I will be honest, job sharing sounded AMAZING! It is a way for individuals to utilize their years of experience and education in the workplace with more flexibility. Of course, then doubts started creeping in â€" it almost sounded too good to be true. I wasn’t sure if would work for many jobs or if companies were progressive enough to accept it.   But Melissa was able to address all my concerns. So we came up with a great idea! Exclusive workshop on Job Sharing Now I want to educate my clients, male and female, on how this could be a possibility for you and your situation! I asked Melissa to provide a free workshop for Wolfgang Career Coaching to demonstrate how you make this a possibility for you and your life. Melissa Nicholson will be hosting a live session in Austin on January 18th.   If you aren’t in Austin, don’t worry after the live event we will send you the video of the workshop. It is completely free if you use our exclusive discount codes. We want you to be fulfilled in your work! Job sharing may be the way for you to achieve that fulfillment. Here are the discount codes to make sure you can attend for FREE: Live event: wolfgangexclusive Online workshop: wolfgangonlineexclusive Learn more about the workshop. Until then, check out the video below. Job sharer Gabriela Mendezs advice to those interested in job sharing. Oh and shell be on-hand as a *special guest* to answer any questions!