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Can your clients find you online? Imagine there's a potential client with a $10,000 budget who's itching to get moving on a project. If they search for your services (like 'logo designer UK' or 'freelance writer Atlanta') will you show up in Google? Or are you lost? If you want more clients to find you on Google, [click here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- 🔥 More in this newsletter - 7 Freelance Marketing Strategies that Actually Work [[LINK]( - How to Get New Freelance Clients Through Your Website [[LINK]( - The 3 Top Ways I Found Clients as a Newbie Freelancer [[LINK]( Enjoy! Preston & the Millo Team Need SEO help? Transform your side hustle into a thriving business with Semrush! 🚀 The Smokies blog went from $0 to $200K/year using our SEO & marketing tools. Optimize content, track rankings, & boost traffic. Start your journey to success. [Try Semrush FREE!]( [Get more done...without doing more.]( 7 Freelance Marketing Strategies that Actually Work Marketing yourself as a freelancer can be a big challenge. Here are some ideas we've seen work for freelancers: - Identify your niche - Focus on a specific service (e.g., copywriting, SEO, graphic design) and target a particular industry or type of client. - Get creative in finding clients - Reach out to small businesses, bid on projects on freelance sites, and network in online communities. - Aim for referrals - Impress your clients and ask them to refer you to others. It's a simple, effective way to grow your client base. - Be flexible with your rates - Don't be afraid to work for free initially to build your portfolio. Experiment with different pricing models (hourly, per project, retainer) to find what works best. - Meet your deadlines - Consistently delivering high-quality work on time demonstrates your professionalism and reliability. - Utilize top freelance sites - Platforms like Upwork, Freelancer, and Fiverr can help you find jobs and build your reputation. - Go the extra mile - Stand out by demonstrating your expertise, not just talking about it. Provide additional value to potential clients to win their business. For a more in-depth dive, [read here](. How to Get New Freelance Clients Through Your Website Your website is your digital storefront, and optimizing it can be a game-changer for landing new clients. Here's how to make it work for you: - Ensure technical excellence - Compress images for fast loading times - Fix broken links and redirect loops - Choose reliable hosting for speed and security - Test for mobile responsiveness - Make a strong first impression - Clearly communicate your services, benefits, and specialization on your homepage - Use design elements like banners, images, and dynamic features to engage visitors - Include a compelling call-to-action (CTA) above the fold - Find your niche - Specialize in a specific type of project or client - Tailor your portfolio, copy, and design to appeal to your ideal client - Position yourself as an expert in your niche - Publish problem-solving content - Identify the key issues your target clients face - Create high-quality content that offers solutions and showcases your expertise - Demonstrate how you can leverage your skills to solve clients' problems By implementing these strategies and continually refining your website, you'll attract more of your ideal clients and establish yourself as a go-to expert in your field. [Read more here](. The 3 Top Ways I Found Clients as a Newbie Freelancer When you're just starting out as a freelancer, finding clients can feel like an uphill battle. But don't worry – here are 3 tried-and-true methods to land gigs quickly: - Make the most of LinkedIn - Optimize your profile with your niche in your headline and summary - Share past results to build credibility - Use LinkedIn Publisher to write niche-related content - Send personalized connection requests to target clients and interact with them - Reach out to your network - Contact former managers, friends, and family members who might need your services - Let them know how you can help their business with your writing skills - Ask for referrals if they don't need help right now - Send cold emails - Focus on clients in your niche - "Warm-up" each email by making a genuine connection with the recipient - Follow up once the same week and once the following week - Prepare for rejection and don't let it slow you down While long-term strategies like SEO and guest posting are important, these 3 methods can help you secure clients and start earning income faster as a newbie freelancer. 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