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Setting up your work portfolio đź“ť

Setting up your work portfolio đź“ť
By Jen at asmi.io • Issue #9 • View online
The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place – George Bernard Shaw

They say, “a portfolio is never really finished”. We agree, but given that it is one the first things your prospects see, having a great portfolio can significantly boost your ability to land awesome jobs.
In this issue we bring you resources that can help you build a strong portfolio.
How to build a great portfolio?
Freelancer Portfolio 101 (beginner’s guide + examples that get clients)
A good freelancer portfolio is a crucial tool to your success as a freelancer. Use our 5-step system to get more clients and more money.
www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com  •  Share
How to Build a Freelance Portfolio from scratch (in 1 afternoon)
How to Build a Freelance Portfolio from scratch (in 1 afternoon)
Building a freelance portfolio shouldn’t take years. You can make these 5 super easy portfolio samples TODAY, even if you’re brand-new to freelancing.
freelancetowin.com  •  Share
15 Creative Portfolio Essentials for Freelancers
15 Creative Portfolio Essentials for Freelancers
If you’re a freelancer, you need a high quality creative portfolio. Get started with these essential elements that’ll help you get more clients & business.
www.creativelive.com  •  Share
Tools and tips to help you help you create it…
  1. Use something as simple as MS Office, Google Docs, or use a free resume builder.
  2. Fully utilize your LinkedIn profile
  3. Build a website using Wordpress, Squarespace, Adobe portfolio, or Wix
  4. Use niche platforms like Dribbble, Behance if you are a designer or Stackoverflow Stories If you’re a developer
  5. Create a video resume! Trying doing it here or here
  6. Create a personal brand as a freelancer to stand out from the crowd
How about some inspiration to help you get started?
  1. Awwwards freelance portfolios
  2. Bestfolios - Inspirations for design portfolios
  3. 7 of the Most Impressive Freelance Writer Portfolio Examples on the Internet (including creating your portfolio in a Google document!)
That Portfolio Book™
That Portfolio Book™
With a few free chapters for you to read/listen, here’s a book on the subject by Dann Petty, a freelance web designer who worked for the likes of Google, Uber and Redbull.
thatbook.com  •  Share
Useful Tools
Keysmith makes it easy to create custom keyboard shortcuts for your Mac and the web
www.keysmith.app  •  Share
Daily curation of the best songs for working from home by people on the internet.
tunes.minutes.so  •  Share
Create stunning and high-quality product photos with Smartmockups online mockup generator. It’s easy, quick, and free to use.
smartmockups.com  •  Share
Reads & Resources
Ready to supercharge your marketing with free social media management tools? We’ve compiled a list of powerful tools to help you level up your online presence.
blog.appsumo.com  •  Share
85 Great Websites to Find Freelance Jobs
85 Great Websites to Find Freelance Jobs
The best websites for freelance jobs. Find a variety of exciting, creative opportunities to take your business to the next level.
www.freshbooks.com  •  Share
5 Things Every Freelancer Should Know Before Pursuing Work Online
5 Things Every Freelancer Should Know Before Pursuing Work Online
As working remotely becomes more possible, appealing, and even necessary, there are things you should know before pursing freelance work online.
webwriterspotlight.com  •  Share
How to Be Great? Just Be Good, Repeatably
A thought piece on what it takes to truly be great and what that even means in the first place.
blog.stephsmith.io  •  Share
How I Do It: Author, commentator and freelancer extraordinaire Bri Lee - Fashion Journal
How I Do It: Author, commentator and freelancer extraordinaire Bri Lee - Fashion Journal
Impressive job titles are one thing, but what about people who have carved out their own niche and created a job specifically for them? Rather than
fashionjournal.com.au  •  Share
A curated list of high-quality educational resources, business tools, podcasts, job sites and more for freelancers.
wefreelancing.com  •  Share
A detailed 5,700+ word guide on how web developers and freelancers can get clients in 2020 and beyond.
studywebdevelopment.com  •  Share
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