Prep for 2024 now 👉



Hi Reader

As this year comes to a close, it's time to start preparing to make 2024 your best year yet! We know how difficult it's been for freelancers over this past year, so this week, we want to provide you with the tools and strategies to thrive as a freelancer.

In this week's newsletter

📽 How I'd Start My Freelance Business In 2024

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📽 How I'd Start My Freelance Business In 2024

Thinking about starting a freelance business? Struggling to get clients? 😬

In this video, you'll learn how to start freelancing in 2024, from pricing your work, getting clients and managing your freelance business!

Whether you're a motion designer, graphic designer, illustrator, or video editor, this video dives into the start-to-finish process of freelancing.

This video is sponsored by Bloom.



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As a freelancer, your business can often feel out of control.

You’re chasing contracts and invoices, managing so many client relationships and juggling multiple projects.

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Thanks

Hayley

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