FREELANCE JOB REPORT
Issue #133 Professional Edition
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IN THIS ISSUE:
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..Don't Put Your Health on Hold
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..Get a $1000 Bonus
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..Hot Job: Work on Design Projects
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..Find Local Projects
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..Jobs for Freelancers
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..Top Ten Resume Mistakes
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..Go for Growth
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More Jobs and Projects
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..Check Out Your Clients
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Cool Project: Produce Corporate Meetings
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1. DON'T PUT YOUR HEALTH ON HOLD
Working at home has many advantages, but it does have the
disadvantage of being somewhat sedentary. Sitting in front
of a computer screen all day does little to improve your
health.
In fact, the resulting lack of exercise can make you
lethargic, resulting in reduced energy and lower
productivity. Yet it doesn't take much to reverse the
effect.
A few days ago, my wife ordered a new exercise machine,
which I viewed a little dubiously. But after less than a
week of regular workouts, I'm already feeling fitter and
more energetic. My mind is buzzing with new ideas, and I
just wish there were more hours in the day to get them done.
The message is quite simply that you can't afford to put
your health on hold. Even a little effort towards keeping
yourself fit will pay big dividends, in both your personal
and your business life.
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2. GET A $1000 BONUS
Could you use an extra $1000 in the bank? If you're a
Professional Member, you could pick up a check for a
minute's work.
We're inviting members to tell us what they think of our
service, and to suggest ideas for improvement. If your
contribution is judged to be the most helpful one we
receive, you will win a straight $1000 bonus.
You can enter your feedback form here:
http://www.freelanceworkexchange.com/pro/feedback.html
If you're not a member, you can submit a form as soon as you
sign up:
http://www.freelanceworkexchange.com/join
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3. HOT JOB:
Work on Design Projects
This company is looking for freelancers to undertake
projects such as exhibit design, graphic design, web
development, interactive projects and computer animations.
Send your samples/demo reels and resumes in for
consideration.
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4. FIND LOCAL PROJECTS
A site that locates work in your area.
If you're looking projects closer to home, here's a site you
can try. You can post your resume for employers to find, and
register for an automatic job notification service.
You can also check out useful information on the 'plain
truth' of job hunting for work online:
http://www.local-jobs.com
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5. JOBS FOR FREELANCERS
Work-at-home and free agent jobs for writers, designers,
programmers and other professionals.
Write Copy for TV, Radio and Print
A busy agency is looking to expand its pool of freelance
copywriters. If you have experience of writing TV or radio
commercials, web sites, print ads, technical papers or
advertorials, please send details of your expertise. You
should provide details of your location and required rates.
Design Home Decor Products
Product designers from across the country are needed to
design home decor products with a leading manufacturer. You
should have three years' creative experience, and be able to
meet deadlines.
Develop Artificial Intelligence Projects
A freelance AI programmer is needed to develop future
projects. You should be able to create routines for tactical
combat. Please send examples of your work or related links.
Submit Your Screenplay
A company that is producing several short films and features
this year is seeking screenplays of all lengths. Three
feature-length and twelve short scripts are required.
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6. TOP TEN RESUME MISTAKES
Don't let simple errors cost you money.
Getting your resume right is an important step towards
building your freelance career. However, many people make
very basic mistakes which can hurt their chances.
Fortunately, these can usually be fixed very easily. Here's
an article that gives good advice on what you should and
shouldn't do:
http://editorial.careers.msn.com/articles/resumedonts/
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7. GO FOR GROWTH
Put your business plan on overdrive.
Naturally, we all want our businesses to grow from success
to success. However, we are often very conservative with our
ambitions.
Business plans often project a modest growth rate of perhaps
10-15% per annum. While all growth is good, you need to be
sure you are reaching your full potential.
How fast could your business grow, if you really worked at
it? 50%? 100%? Maybe 200%?
Give yourself an ambitious target - then figure out how you
can achieve it. That way, you will truly realise your
potential.
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8. JOBS FOR FREELANCERS
The latest projects and opportunities for free agents
worldwide.
Work as a Data Warehousing Expert
A data warehousing specialist with at least five years'
experience is needed. You should have a sound understanding
of data structures and organization, relational databases,
SQL and IBM mainframes.
Design Print and Web Graphics
A graphic/web designer is needed to develop projects such as
web sites and print flyers or business cards. You should
have a good knowledge of Flash and HTML.
Write About Combat Sports
Write articles on subjects such as men's health, nutrition,
sports medicine and cardio conditioning for a men's combat
sports magazine. You should be able to portray the intense
passion and emotion of combat sports.
Write About Your Employment Story
Stories about how to beat unemployment are required for a
new book. These must be written in the first person, and
include a short bio of achievements. Stories must be vivid
and engaging, based on actual experiences.
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9. CHECK OUT YOUR CLIENTS
Investigate the companies you work for.
It's great to pick up business from a new client - but you
need to be sure that the company can be trusted to pay you.
One way of checking out major new clients is to use
USAtrace.com.
This site provides a range of resources designed to help you
find the information you need. It could save you from
wasting hours on an unproductive client:
http://www.USAtrace.com
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10. COOL PROJECT:
Produce Corporate Meetings and Events
Freelancers with experience of meeting production are needed
to work on projects for Fortune 500 companies. PowerPoint
designers, show directors, producers, technical directors
and stage directors are all in demand.
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Remember:
"I will persist until I succeed. Always will I take
another step. If that is of no avail I will take another,
and yet another. In truth, one step at a time is not too
difficult... I know that small attempts, repeated, will
complete any undertaking."
(Og Mandino)
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