I've always appreciate someone offering free and helpful tips that end up turning into paying business. We're all short story writers (and Clever ones at that!) but most of us also do other work to keep the lights on and the fridge full. I've mentioned Craigslist before and I'll say it again: Don't Forget To use Craigslist To Advertise Your Services - Writing or Otherwise!!! |
Here's another free tip: Thumbtack. It's an online referral directory where employers connect with freelancers or other professionals for work they need done. I use it for my video production business. Just recently, I was hired by a former professional NFL quarterback to video tape a conference. That lead came via Thumbtack and may turn in to ongoing work!
Thumbtack notifies you that someone is looking for your local services. You have the option of submitting a bid for a small set fee or for a % of the whole project. With the football project, I paid $4.00 via PayPal and earned nearly $300.00 for the job. I'll take those numbers any day!
That Thumbtack logo above is one of the tools they offer members to place on websites and blogs to invite people to check out their information page or search for other services. It's a handy resource for anyone who needs to find a pro. Signing up is free and easy and you'll get notified of people looking for services you provide in your area. As a bonus, these directory sites can help to raise your online presence because of their popularity. They link to your website!
Promote yourself with tools like Craigslist & Thumbtack!
Thumbtack notifies you that someone is looking for your local services. You have the option of submitting a bid for a small set fee or for a % of the whole project. With the football project, I paid $4.00 via PayPal and earned nearly $300.00 for the job. I'll take those numbers any day!
That Thumbtack logo above is one of the tools they offer members to place on websites and blogs to invite people to check out their information page or search for other services. It's a handy resource for anyone who needs to find a pro. Signing up is free and easy and you'll get notified of people looking for services you provide in your area. As a bonus, these directory sites can help to raise your online presence because of their popularity. They link to your website!
Promote yourself with tools like Craigslist & Thumbtack!