🔥 Should I Give Up?

Freelancing isn't working. Should I quit and get a "regular" job? [View & share this email from your browser]( Happy Thursday! When you start freelancing, everything feels so exciting. But then a few months or years go by and things start to feel stagnant. Freelancing isn’t working. Have you been there? If so, my recent post is for YOU: [I’m Failing as a Freelancer … Should I Give Up?]( 🔥 Also in this email: - Freelance Success Strategy: Personal SWOT Analysis [[LINK]( - My 7 secrets to running a (super-successful) creative business [[LINK]( - 6 Tips to overcome fear and find your focus in business [[LINK]( Preston & the Millo Team PS. Have you heard? Lately, [Moxie]( has been EXPLODING! 🤯 Freelancers can't stop telling each other about it. [Click here to see what all the talk is about](. [Moxie]( - Want to know why serious freelancers love Moxie? $20/month gets you everything you need to thrive as a freelancer. Contracts, proposals, project and client management, invoicing, time tracking, branded client portal, and a ton more. [Start your free trial now.]( The Power of a Freelance SWOT Analysis A SWOT analysis isn't just for big corporations; freelancers can leverage one too. Picture it as your freelancing GPS, showing you your superpowers (Strengths), areas for improvement (Weaknesses), USP and leads (Opportunities), and the potential pitfalls (Threats). Setting goals is like rocket fuel for your freelancing journey, but you need to know where you're launching from. The SWOT analysis helps you figure that out. Are you a writing wizard? Do deadlines make you sweat? Can you seize golden freelance opportunities? What's lurking around the corner to trip you up? To develop your own freelance SWOT analysis, read this: [Personal SWOT Analysis: A Success Strategy for Freelancers]( “Never confuse a single defeat with a final defeat.” —F. Scott Fitzgerald My 7 Secrets to Running a Super-Successful Business Running a thriving creative business isn't about wearing superhero undies on the outside; it's about mastering seven secrets that spell success. With over a decade of experience, here are the top gems from entrepreneur Bianca Board: - Swift Decisions: In the world of freelancing, the ability to make fast decisions is a superpower. No procrastination; assess, decide, and move. Agility is the name of the game. - Year-Long Planning: A jar analogy; put big rocks (important tasks) in first, followed by pebbles (to-dos), and then fill the gaps with sand (personal time). Use project management tools to keep everything in check. - Accountability Rules: Empower your team by assigning tasks and making individuals accountable. One task, one owner. Mistakes happen, but they're part of the growth journey. - Distraction Shutdown: Multi-tasking is the enemy. Focus on one thing at a time and limit email and social media checks. Quality over quantity. - High-Value Tasks First: Organize your day into blocks, prioritizing high-value tasks. These are your money-makers. Allocate your peak energy hours to them. - The Miracle Morning: Start your day with a morning ritual - meditation, affirmations, visualization, reading, exercise, and journaling. It's a game-changer. - Vision Clarity: Know where you want your business to be in the next two, five, or ten years. Share your vision with your team. Clarity breeds understanding and success. For a deeper look at each of these, read Bianca's article: [My top 7 secrets to running a (super-successful) creative business]( [SolidGigs](. Get freelance leads on autopilot. Expert gig-hunters match you with the top 1% of freelance jobs from dozens of premium sources. [Try Free](. 6 Tips to overcome fear and find your focus in business Don't let fear hold you back from achieving success in your creative business. Here are six powerful tips to help you conquer your fears and stay focused on your goals: Hope in Yourself: Visualize your goals and believe in your ability to achieve them. Apply hope to your situation, as it significantly influences your success. Positive Affirmations: Start your day with positive affirmations like "I am successful" and "I can't fail." Speaking positively influences your mindset and decisions. Creative Confidence: Overcome fear by taking action, even with small steps. Gain confidence through practice and experience. Effort Equals Results: Consistent hard work leads to success. Dedicate time daily to your craft to improve your skills and confidence. Positive Habits: Develop a daily routine that includes activities like reading, writing, and planning to support your goals and maintain focus. Time Blocking: Efficiently manage your time by dedicating specific blocks to tasks, free from distractions. This technique enhances productivity. Find more info about conquering your fears here: [6 Tips to overcome fear and find your focus in business]( Action Items: - If you feel like you're failing: recognize this can be normal. And [review what changes you can make]( come out of the slump you find yourself in. - Make your own freelance SWOT analysis and pair it with goals to help you take action. You've got this! Whew! If you made it this far—thanks for sticking with us. See you in next week’s issue of 🔥 Freelance Fire. [Twitter]( [Facebook]( [Website]( [YouTube]( [LinkedIn]( Copyright © 2023 Millo, All rights reserved. You subscribed to this newsletter at Millo.co (previously GraphicDesignBlender.com). Thanks for subscribing. Our mailing address is: Millo 265 N Main Street Ste. D #229Kaysville, UT 84037 [Add us to your address book]( Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list](.