By Papri Chanda
Published Mar 14, 2025

Hindustan Times
Education

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Forbes shares 7 tips to set up a career as a freelancer

Working as a freelancer but unable to build your career in it? If yes, then check out these seven tips shared by Forbes on how to set up your career as a freelancer.

Build a portfolio: For a freelancer, building a solid portfolio that will speak to your range of skills is important. It will help with your promotion as well.

Update social media profiles: Check your social media handles regularly, including LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and more. Updating your profiles will grab more eyeballs.

Share content: Whatever freelancing work you do, consistently add value to it and share your content regularly. Also if there are comments on your social media profiles, try answering the questions daily.

Defining target clients: When you work as a freelancer, you need to clarify who you are targeting as your clients. Be very specific about who your clients are and will be.

Build relationships: Concentrate on building long-term corporate relationships and contracts. These contacts will help you start your freelancing journey.

Good quality of work: Always prioritize your work and try to give the best quality of work. Also exceeding service quality standards will help you get more referrals and repeat business.

Checking job websites: Monitor the companies that are hiring freelancers to work on their projects. Make this a daily habit, and keep applying for various freelance opportunities.

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