Key Takeaways: #
- Freelance web development can be a viable income source during job hunts.
- Focusing on a specific target audience is crucial for generating leads.
- Offering an X-factor, such as website hosting assistance, can provide a competitive edge.
Finding Your Target Audience #
- The target client is the average person running a small business, like a landscaper, plumber, or electrician.
- These individuals need a basic website but lack technical expertise and might not want to pay for subscription-based services.
- > "My purpose is to gain more experience and to help other people that aren't necessarily tech-savvy."
Generating Leads #
- Nextdoor app: Post regularly about web services, identify individuals requesting services, and reach out to them offering your services.
- Google Maps: Search for small businesses without a website on their Google Business page, contact them and offer affordable website creation services.
- > "I'm trying to save you money."
- > "My starting package is at for the most basic of basic web pages."
Standing Out with an X-Factor #
- Offer assistance with website hosting, showing clients how to deploy their websites on Netlify using a zip file.
- > "I will take the time to show each individual person how to host their own website on Netlify."
Tracking Progress and Growth #
- Use a Google Sheet to track leads, including contact attempts, responses, and follow-ups.
- Continue to streamline processes as you become more experienced.
Benefits of Freelance Web Development #
- Income generation: Provides a financial buffer during job searches.
- Experience building: Gains experience in sales, web development, and various industry connections.
- Helping others: Contributes to the success of small businesses.
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