A project proposal is a statement you write with one goal in mind: to convince an Employer that you are the right person for the job. When you bid on a project, you are thrust into a highly competitive process, competing against other freelancers with similar skills. Unless you make your strengths and experience shine… Read more »
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Attracting Quality Talent
When you post a project on Guru.com, you open your door to a broad marketplace of talented Freelancers, eager to send you their quotes. While this method is fast and easy, the positive response and sheer volume of results can be overwhelming. Carefully considering each of the basic elements of your project posting will present a… Read more »
How to Effectively Market Yourself and Win Projects
Securing projects in the freelance marketplace can be a job in itself. Regardless of your freelance background, you must be willing to add the roles of businessperson, marketing guru, salesperson, and financial whiz to your list of skills if you want to survive and thrive. Below are items to ponder when creating your customer acquisition… Read more »
Project Success with Project Agreements
The Project Agreement is your project contract. It’s wise not to begin the work until you have a mutually approved Project Agreement in place. The binding freeform contract (which is required if you choose to bill through our SafePay service) defines the exact responsibilities of each party. Uploading a Project Agreement will ensure specific objectives… Read more »
Scarce Project Details
To maximize your success, your proposals should include thoughtful cost and time estimates. However, Employers sometimes post vague project descriptions because they don’t understand the full scope of their project or the costs involved. Employers look to experts like you to help them articulate their project and determine a fair price. General Tips Include a… Read more »
