February 07, 2016

Drawn Out Start To Freelancing - Illustrator Kristian Duffy

35 minutes

After struggling to find work after uni, with a year of bits, bobs and benefits, Kristian finally found the real benefits of a mentor, working for an established freelancer.

Now, he balances 2 jobs. One with a full time employer, the other: his freelance career. Kristian's experience of breaking out in to his freelance dream is full of ups and downs. Lots to learn. Oh. And a daredevil cat.

Here’s some of the key takeaway points:

network with your creative peers, they're not your competition

make the most of your location, you're surrounded by potential clients

don't be afraid to learn from a more experienced freelancer/business mind

stand up for yourself when seeking delayed payment

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Who the hell is Steve Folland?

You know how everyone bangs on about how powerful video and audio content can be?

Yeah, well Steve helps businesses make it and make the most of it. Find out more at www.stevefolland.com

Track him down on Twitter @sfolland or lay a trail of cake and he'll eventually catch you up.

JOIN THE COMMUNITY
You're not alone being freelance.
Come and hang out with your BFFs (Being Freelance Friends).
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NEW TO FREELANCING? THERE'S A COURSE FOR YOU!

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Take the course and you'll also get 6 months FREE community membership.

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Get Being Freelance merchandise at beingfreelance.com/shop

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JOIN THE COMMUNITY
You're not alone being freelance.
Come and hang out with your BFFs (Being Freelance Friends).
beingfreelance.com/community

NEW TO FREELANCING? THERE'S A COURSE FOR YOU!
The Being Freelance course is made for you!
Take the course and you'll also get 6 months FREE community membership.

FREELANCER MERCH
Get Being Freelance merchandise at beingfreelance.com/shop

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February 07, 2016

Drawn Out Start To Freelancing - Illustrator Kristian Duffy

35 minutes

After struggling to find work after uni, with a year of bits, bobs and benefits, Kristian finally found the real benefits of a mentor, working for an established freelancer.

Here’s some of the key takeaway points:

network with your creative peers, they're not your competition

make the most of your location, you're surrounded by potential clients

don't be afraid to learn from a more experienced freelancer/business mind

stand up for yourself when seeking delayed payment

More from Kristian Duffy

Kristian on Twitter

Kristian's Tumblr

Kristians' site

Useful links

Stanley Chow

Pale Blue Dot

Kilogramme

Fraser Davidson's Being Freelance episode

Who the hell is Steve Folland?

You know how everyone bangs on about how powerful video and audio content can be?

Yeah, well Steve helps businesses make it and make the most of it. Find out more at www.stevefolland.com

Track him down on Twitter @sfolland or lay a trail of cake and he'll eventually catch you up.

JOIN THE COMMUNITY
You're not alone being freelance.
Come and hang out with your BFFs (Being Freelance Friends).
beingfreelance.com/community

NEW TO FREELANCING? THERE'S A COURSE FOR YOU!

The Being Freelance course is made for you!
Take the course and you'll also get 6 months FREE community membership.

FREELANCER MERCH
Get Being Freelance merchandise at beingfreelance.com/shop

JOIN THE COMMUNITY
You're not alone being freelance.
Come and hang out with your BFFs (Being Freelance Friends).
beingfreelance.com/community

NEW TO FREELANCING? THERE'S A COURSE FOR YOU!
The Being Freelance course is made for you!
Take the course and you'll also get 6 months FREE community membership.

FREELANCER MERCH
Get Being Freelance merchandise at beingfreelance.com/shop

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