Freelancers are typically losing $6,000 annually due to non-payment. In this episode, Caitlin Pearce, Executive Director at Freelancers Union, talks about what you can do to avoid this scenario, how to protect yourself and your income, and how you can earn more by presenting a professional image of your company.
Freelancer’s Union is the US's first and largest organization representing the rights and interests of independent workers, offering benefits such as health insurance, community hubs in over 30 cities, advocacy, as well as resources to its over 375k members.
Listen to the episode to learn:
- Why you should always show up with your own freelance contract - Rather than relying on the contracts the client provides, Caitlin explains why you should have your own version too.
- How to get taken more seriously and land bigger deals - Presenting your brand as professional through your proposals, contracts and invoices can all show your client that you’re serious about your work.
- How having a contract can ensure you don’t lose out on payments - 71% of freelancers have had trouble getting paid. Learn how to use your contract to protect yourself.
- How scoping in the contract phase can help you earn more - Using your contract to scope out your project in detail, including how much value you’re providing for the client and what the restrictions are on your work, can help you avoid scope creep which can be a huge profitability killer.
- How to get started with a contract if you don’t already have one - The Freelancer’s Union and AND CO created a template contract you can use to get started.
Learn how you can earn more as a freelancer in this episode of the Six Figure Freelancer Audio Course.
