Building relationships even when you don't need that connection immediately is super important for your freelance career. 

There are easy strategies to start building relationships with factories or suppliers before you need to work with them.  Not only will this help you be prepared, but that factory could also send clients to you.  We have several students in FAST who get clients from factories.  In this episode, you'll get to hear a clip from a strategy session I had with Marco who recently went to a trade show and made some connections with factories.

We go over some solid strategies for building relationships without directly asking for work.  Following strategically, mastering the back door brag, and customizing your communication are essential tactics to create lasting impressions and open doors to new opportunities.

Resources:
Freelancing Strategies for Fashion Designers with Marissa Borelli

About Marco:
Marco's passion for sneakers and fashion grew from his involvement in club soccer and athletics. He obtained a Diploma in Fashion Design in Vancouver and has expertise in Product Development & Technical Design. Currently transitioning into freelance work, he aims to focus on Outerwear & Technical Apparel / Accessories. With a keen eye for detail, he is dedicated to expanding his knowledge and mastering various aspects of the industry. Additionally, he holds qualifications in Footwear Design from FIT and is currently learning 3D Design.

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