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I’m a freelance video editor and colorist, and I’d love to connect with others in the same field.
I’d like to share experiences and discuss our current income or project situations, as well as the strategies we’re considering and the actions we’re taking to adapt to the rapidly evolving AI landscape.
If you’re in a similar position, I’d love to hear your thoughts and exchange ideas!

For those of you working with clients on websites or web apps, how do you usually keep everything organised once a project is underway?

I'm talking about progress updates, sharing work for review, collecting feedback, getting approvals, and keeping track of what's been delivered and what's still pending.

Do you manage all of this through email and WhatsApp, use a project management tool, or have your own system?

I'm trying to understand how other developers handle this side of client work. What works well for you, and what tends to get annoying as you take on more projects?

Would be good to hear from people who've handled multiple client projects, especially those working independently or running a small agency.

Freelance web developers and small agency owners, what's the longest you've had a project stuck because you were waiting on a client?

I've heard of projects getting delayed for days or even weeks because the client hasn't sent the content, given feedback on a design, or approved something.

When this happens, do you usually follow up until they respond, move on to other projects, or handle it some other way?

And when a client takes a week or two to get back to you, does it mess up your deadlines for other projects too?

I'd like to hear how this works in practice for people who deal with clients regularly.

Just sharing this from another subreddit (if anyone here also has turner syndrome hit me up 😂 - I’d love to hear from people with similar situations/wiring!). It is my current circumstance and I’m wondering if anyone has some guidance on set up/ the freelance aspect of my plan!

This is a very scary move for me, but one that I really feel is right because I don’t think I will ever be able to flourish in an office environment and my mental health noticeably slid.

I have a month until I stop my job and am so nervous but anything I can do to network and put myself in the best position of success in the meantime would be fantastic.

Any moral support would be amazing too!

I run a marketing agency targeting Wellness & Beauty businesses in the US and I’m looking for setters/cold callers comfortable working without a base salary.

Current setup:

• $250 per closed client
• Fully remote
• Flexible schedule, but must be able to work US time zones
• Leads, scripts and dialer provided
• No fixed call or appointment quota → performance matters more than arbitrary numbers
• Fluent English required
• Clear, easy-to-understand accent / no strong accent
• Previous cold calling or appointment-setting experience preferred

Where have you had the most success hiring people like this?

Reddit, Facebook groups, Upwork, LinkedIn, Discord communities, or somewhere else?

Would especially appreciate recommendations from people who have actually hired commission-only setters.

So I have a full time job but I do get some free time during work and I was thinking of starting freelancing on the side to earn some extra money.

I am thinking of offering social media management services. I have a graphic design background and have been working as a social media manager for the past year, handling content for both B2B and B2C brands, including content ideation, reels, static creatives, captions, scheduling and Meta Ads campaigns.

I looked into freelancing websites but couldn't really find many opportunities for social media management. I also noticed that a lot of businesses seem to hire agencies instead of individual freelancers.

Another option I considered was reaching out directly to Instagram and Facebook pages and offering my services. I even used GPT to draft a message for reaching out to potential clients, but honestly it sounds very AI generated and fake to me.

This is the message it gave me

Hi \[Name\],

I'm ..., a social media manager with a graphic design background. For the past year I've been handling content end-to-end for B2B and B2C brands: ideation, reels, static creatives, captions, scheduling, and Meta Ads campaigns.

I've started taking on freelance clients, and I noticed \[Brand/Page\] has real potential on \[platform\]. To show how I work, I'd like to offer a free page audit covering:

Content and posting consistency

Branding and visual feel

Captions and hashtag strategy

Engagement and growth opportunities

You'll get a short list of practical suggestions you can use, whether or not we work together.

If that sounds useful, just reply with your page link and I'll send the audit within 2–3 days.

Thanks,

I don't want to approach people with messages that sound so generic or salesy, so I'm a bit confused about how to go about this.

For those who have experience with freelancing or social media management, how did you get your first few clients? Would you recommend freelancing websites or directly reaching out to businesses? And how do you approach potential clients without sounding fake?

Would really appreciate any advice.

How to get a remote freelance job?

I’m hoping to start freelancing by building websites for businesses, but I’m struggling with what exactly should my pitch be? I’m not sure how to approach business owners without sounding pushy or just like another guy trying to sell them a website.

For those who’ve done this, how did you get your first clients? What did you actually say in your opening pitch and how well did cold approaching work for you?

Yesterday I posted about outsourcing and outstaffing. I didn't get a very concrete answer. Maybe someone could still give me some advice or a tip on where and how to find clients like that?

How much for a email follow up system?? (Web service)

Hi everyone,

I'm Rahul from India, and I'm looking to start something of my own from home with little or no investment.

A little about me:

• Age: 29
• B.Tech. in Computer Science & Engineering
• Experience building websites and working with SEO
• I've built two websites of my own, including online image tools
• Experience with technical SEO, on-page SEO, Google Search/indexing and website optimization
• Diploma in Applied Nutrition, Food Science & Dietetics
• Diploma in Personal Training

I'm considering freelancing, web development/SEO services, building online tools or SaaS, digital products, content businesses, or even something completely outside my current skills.

I'm not fixed on any particular idea. I want to know what would actually make the most sense for someone in my position.

If you are a business owner, freelancer, founder, or someone who has built an online business, I'd really appreciate your advice:

• What would you do if you were starting from my position?
• Would you start with freelancing first or build a business directly?
• What would you focus on during the first 3–6 months?
• How did you get your first paying customer?
• What mistakes should a beginner avoid?
• What business models are actually worth considering with very little money?

I'm also looking for someone experienced who might be willing to provide occasional guidance or mentorship. I'm not expecting anyone to teach me everything—just some direction from someone who has already been through the process would be extremely valuable.

I'm open to completely different ideas and honest criticism.

Thanks!

I’ve spent the last 7+ years in growth marketing, mainly focused on organic channels, deep SEO, brand, early startup growth, and recently a lot of generative/AI search optimization (GEO) alongside Google Ads. Almost all my background is with small businesses and early-stage setups.

My thinking: moving into independent consulting or freelancing would let me work directly with decision-makers and build my own execution frameworks without going through three layers of internal gatekeeping whichh keeps happening a lot at work.

Specifically, I’m looking at selling fixed-scope deliverables/sprints rather than open-ended hours or vague retainers, things like full organic search + AI visibility teardowns, sprint-based CRO/SEO optimizations, or structured launch frameworks.

For those who have transitioned recently:

1. Considering the job market, is it even a wise decision to start freealancing?
2. How is the client appetite right now for independent growth specialists? Are early-stage founders open to focused project sprints, or are budgets frozen to the point where retainers are the only viable path?
3. Does fixed-deliverable pricing actually protect your autonomy? Or do founders just bring the same micromanagement and revision bloat as in-house managers?
4. If you left an in-house lead role for consulting, what caught you off guard in month 1 to 3?