Comments on: Freelance Guide to Screening Clients

By: Eileen

Eileen — Thu, 16 Jun 2016 20:06:15 +0000

Devon, it sounds like you have found good clients via your Chamber of Commerce. I found with mine, even though in a major metropolitan area, they simply didn't have the budget to hire a copywriter and they required too much education as to the benefits. I'm glad to hear your experience has been otherwise.

Lori, as you know, I attract clients via direct mail. I hand pick every person I put on my mailing list and use screening criteria. The company must have revenues of at least $20M, with 20 or more employees, for instance. That way, I know they can afford me and are likely to understand the value a copywriter can bring to the table.

By: Lori Widmer

Lori Widmer — Thu, 16 Jun 2016 15:09:39 +0000

That's very true, Devon. Finding a good Chamber is a great place to network and locate good clients.

There's a local LinkedIn group that holds networking events. I've missed their first three events, but the next one is coming up, and I'm signing up. These are local professionals and there's a great chance to expand the network with and through these people.

By: Devon Ellington

Devon Ellington — Thu, 16 Jun 2016 14:57:52 +0000

My favorite place to find new clients — who tend to be reliable — is Chamber of Commerce events. They tend to support each other, and give each other business first.