I have just created a profile for myself as a freelancer and I'm hoping to make some decent money on my first couple projects. I realize I have a lot to compete with, so at first I'll have to do entire websites for as low as $200 or $300, but the real prize is the feedback given from the users. If I can complete a few cheap websites and get amazing feedback, then I'll be able to land higher projects and hopefully start making actual freelancing money through Elance. Has anybody done this, or is this even possible?
As a side gig, it's probably nice to help increase your portfolio. As a retirement plan, you might consider the lottery as a better-paying deal.
I wanted to to know something similar. I am also having problems in setting up for that " value ". Should I go for small things first / big ones. As I do quality design, but always see that others are wanting it in cheap. I also want to build my port folio for future, not just to get some payments and be happy for the time. So I guess small > big, that shoiuld work out. What do you say guys ?
I've never been able to rely on one website alone for work. eLance is ok, but you really need to spread yourself out over the big sites (oDesk, getafreelancer, rentacoder, ifreelance, etc). It really helps to have a portfolio page to link prospective clients to.
hi, i will suggest you to join getafreelancer, i am successfully working there as a freelancer. have a look at my blog for details. Regarsd
I have not written for elance, but I have used the writers. I don't necessarily go for the cheapest, but those that show they know either the topic or have a good command of the English language. Set up a portfolio with some good articles on it.
I hadn't ever actually heard of oDesk before, so I'm glad to see at least a few freelancing sites out there are allowing freelancers to profit off of the projects and work they complete. I think I'll join oDesk and start my profile tonight