Dootch

Managing lots of work for lots of different clients can be difficult at times. I’ve come up with a system I like, that I’ve dubbed ‘the two to-dos’ system. I’m sure someone else somewhere uses this system and has written about it before, but I haven’t read it, so here’s my take on task management [...]

It seems a bit counter-intuitive, that you can grow by turning down work. Let me explain. I’ve recently been approached to do some work on a small startup ecommerce website. Basic type work like making things line up, but also there is a need for a marketing plan as well. So we scope out the [...]

As freelancers, we take on substantial risk. We’re entitled to receive extra reward, be it freedom, or money, or both. In my experience, the hard part in raising prices isn’t asking for the higher amount, it’s convincing yourself you’re worth it. Once you’ve sold yourself on the idea, it’s pretty easy to continually increase your [...]

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Appearing strong has it’s benefits. Being perceived as an expert by your client allows you to get your ideas listened to, create better outcomes, charge more, and grow your business. Here are 4 tips that will make you appear stronger. 1. Know your stuff Let’s face it, you can never work from a position of [...]

This week I have find myself getting a little bit bored doing my freelancing work. Productivity is variable, you can’t be productive all the time, and forcing yourself to be is fighting human nature. There’s nothing wrong with having a week that is not so productive. There is nothing wrong with a week where you [...]