7 Things I Wish I Knew Before Going Freelance - Tips for success

Hey Friends!
This video is a culmination of my experiences and lessons learned during my first year as a freelance filmmaker, photographer, and content creator. If you've ever wondered, "How do I start successfully freelancing?" or "What do I need to know before I start freelancing?" then you're in the right place!
🎬 In This Video:
Building a Financial Foundation: Learn the key steps to secure your finances. How a beginner should start freelancing? It all begins with a solid financial plan.
Planning Your Transition: What to do before going freelance? I'll share insights on how to smoothly make the switch.
Marketing and Networking: How can I be good at freelancing? Discover effective strategies to market yourself and build a strong network.
The Realities of Freelancing: I'll dive into what every freelancer should know, including the challenges and how to overcome them.
Personal Insights: What I wish I knew about freelancing? I'll reveal the truths and myths of the freelance world.
Is Freelancing for You?: How do you know if freelancing is right for you? I'll help you assess if this path matches your career goals.
🌟 Why This Video is a Must-Watch:
Tailored for Beginners and Veterans: Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your freelance game, this video has something for you.
Real-Life Experiences: Benefit from the lessons I learned during my first year in the freelance world.
Actionable Tips: Get practical and actionable advice to kickstart or boost your freelance career.
👥 Target Audience:
Aspiring Freelancers in Filmmaking and Photography, Design or really any creative job.
Any Creative Professionals considering a freelance career.
Anyone interested in personal and career development.
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[@pauls1ngh]

Fantastic insights Will. Thank you for these. Found you via the Exposure Diamond video 👍

[@WillChidlow]

Thanks Paul! glad you found it helpful, thanks for watching 🙏👍😎

[@fwduk]

Great video! I've been freelancing since 2013, and thought if I build it, share it, Id be flooded with new clients and projects. OMG, I learned the hard way. The first few years was like Pulling teeth. Personal branding is the best way to go! Freelancing is definitely not for everyone. You have to love what you do because it's definitely not an easy path to go down!! :)

[@WillChidlow]

Thanks for sharing! totally agree, its a grind but the benefits can be amazing. thanks for watching!

[@_adamdunbar]

Great video. I’ve always loved your RUclips content will! Good timing to, I handed in my notice at my full time job on Monday to go full time as a videographer 🙌🏻

[@WillChidlow]

Thanks Adam! How exciting for you! If you’re anything like me It’s probably a nerve wracking time but I wish you the best of luck and I’m sure you will smash it if you keep focused 👍🙏😎🙌

[@ThomasFransson]

Great video and check list.

[@WillChidlow]

Thanks Thomas! 👍🙏😎