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What do you remember most about your first freelance client?
Mine was definitely not perfect, but I learned a lot from it.
Would love to hear how everyone got started.
I remember my first client was quite patient, as at the very beginning, of course, I didn't always understand what he was asking of me due to my inexperience. I'm grateful to him and was very glad that five years ago, they first came to me for my work.
That's awesome, Artem. Those first clients who trust us when we're just starting are unforgettable. Glad it all worked out, and five years later, that's a great story to look back on. 🙌
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Really excited to share this one. Stay tuned for a video showcasing the whole site, but even better, why don't you just experience it for yourself: https://thebluehorizon.ai/
These guys have received over 1 billion impressions on their videos and they came to us to make their website match the caliber of work they put out at an inhuman rate.
That website is incredible.
This project is my personal portfolio website, built with Squarespace. I created this website to establish my online presence as a freelance designer and create a space where I can share my future projects. The process allowed me to explore Squarespace’s design capabilities while building the foundation of my studio website.I used Finish Layer features throughout the website, including Block Animations and custom font uploads. These tools helped me customize the experience and build the visual direction of the website without using custom code.😊
here my websites link: https://www.slnvisuallab.com/
I like the unique color picks and presentation with animations Selin! And the visual style you picked is amazing. But there is a long white screen at the end just to let you know!
Would you lower your pricing for a long-term client?
I probably would.
Not because I don't value my work, but because I value the relationship.
If a client looks like someone I genuinely enjoy working with, communicates well, respects my time, and has the potential for ongoing work, I'm sometimes happy to be a little flexible on the first project.
A long-term relationship is often worth more than maximizing the profit on a single invoice.
Of course, I wouldn't cut my pricing in half or work at a loss. It still has to make sense. But if being flexible today leads to years of great collaboration, I think that's a worthwhile trade.
Curious what others think.
Would you keep your pricing firm, or would you be flexible for the right long-term client?
Totally agree. Working with a great hassle free client saves so much time and stress. Have you ever had a client expect that lower rate for all future projects too?