How To Become a Freelance Web Developer 2024 | Step-By-Step Guide

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Diving into today's vlog to share the ups and downs of my freelance web dev journey. After a layoff during the pandemic, I moved to the middle of nowhere for a startup job, and when that didn't work out, I carved my own path. It hasn't been all smooth sailing-but I'm here to show you, step by step, how I've made it work.
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0:00 Intro
00:11 - why I delved into freelance
1:27 - What I do
1:35 - How I find clients
1:56 - Email Template
3:00 - hiring contractors
3:53 - What I do for clients
5:19 - wix studio
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[@NikkieMullet]

Thank you for not making it sound glossy and easy so we have a clear picture of what we are looking at in terms of the business. Great Video!

[@TopStrikerMaverick]

If you could make a serried just on this that would be great! Like how to start and launch a company as a complete newbie junior developer. I’d rather work as a freelancer for 250k than at a company for 500k

[@TopStrikerMaverick]

You dont come as a contractor, but as a company. If you are an LLC, you can get to a point where you pay virtually zero taxes@@OfficialByteBurst

[@TopStrikerMaverick]

@@x0z59 Then you don’t understand freedom and longevity, but are blinded buy the dopamine of instant gratification

[@tommykenton]

I agree with you!

[@user-jn6xd6ov7n]

*Mark Cuban* vibes❤

[@TheSoulCrisis]

I don't think a newbie anything should be starting a company in the first place, you really need to build up your network of industry contacts and savings to invest into the business and secure yourself first. It helps to establish yourself in the industry first, this gives you an edge pitching yourself to clients too. You will not make much money starting out because you're lacking the 3 things clients really care about: testimonials from others you've performed work for, strong portfolio of projects, and strong reputation in the industry through word of mouth and accomplishments. Chris worked for several years and positioned himself to be able to strike out on his own. If you produce content demonstrating your skills or a blog it helps too.

[@clarkbyparraguirre]

Appreciate the video, Chris!

[@E.Lcodev]

Thanks for the inspiring words, If you did it, we can too! Cheers.

[@johnnwabuforudemezue1108]

Thanks for this.

[@ricvargas1]

Hey @RealChrisSean, thanks for the video. Fantastic content!
Quick question, so when you hunt for clients you look for just web development positions (ie: websites , e-commerce, etc...) or front-end development as well? And you aim for projects with a clear beginning and an end or ongoing work?
I ask cause most of the open positions out there are for permanent work to do long term maintenance or something...
Thanks again mate!

[@improvingwithfun]

Hey man, thanks for an informative video. Does it make to niche down, let's say to only e-commerce? Also, do you have any statistics on how successful cold outreach is? Do you use LinkedIn for this?

[@michellapatton]

Yes!!! Please more content like this, please! I’m going to use your email template to find clients….. I really need to book you as a mentor 😊

[@Corteum]

How are you using AI in any capacity for your workflow or creation process

[@ilori_tobi]

Thanks for inspiring

[@SimonSuh]

Your awesome Chris, I aspire to gain the type of revenue you have acquired. :) I work pure commission sales jobs with web agency owners in the realtor and plumbing niche. :)

[@chicks2516]

Looking to build a product myself and sell it. Nice work Chris! Can’t wait to see your progress in the near future.

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[@vijayb6697]

Which stack do you use?

[@reynardtcloete6959]

Wix

[@Matlovehoops]

wow Pilipinas..😍

[@Jon55034]

Hi, is it realistic to learn web design from scratch and start as freelance directly? or should always gain corporate experience first?

[@aidanmccolm4553]

I wonder this

[@TheSoulCrisis]

You really need to build up your network of industry contacts and savings to invest into the business and secure yourself first. It helps to establish yourself in the industry first, this gives you an edge pitching yourself to clients too. You will not make much money starting out because you're lacking the 3 things clients really care about: testimonials from others you've performed work for, strong portfolio of projects, and strong reputation in the industry through word of mouth and accomplishments. Chris worked for several years and positioned himself to be able to strike out on his own. If you produce content demonstrating your skills or a blog it helps too.

[@MbonisiM]

1:11 yes why did you not share with us sooner CHRIS whhyyyyyyy!!!!

[@Bring_Up_Change]

Hi sir, I want to learn from you. Can you please help me. I want guidance for myself

[@gourabsarker9552]

Sir do you earn 250k dollars a year in USA? Plz reply. Thanks a lot.

[@fromabovefrombelow1272]

Sir makes 999k dollars a year in USA

[@RealChrisSean]

Nah only 200k

[@matt1988ish]

**stares at my towns "population of 3500" sign**

[@zancrow_gaming]

Please i need web developer job. JavaScript developer with 1+ year experience

[@impaulintech]

Nasa pinas ka now sir?

[@carlosleos5080]

17,000 population? I got 800 in mine.

[@orliyah-kotelo]

Is wix free?

[@CodingGimmic]

2nd to comment 😂

[@relaxinggospelmusic2421]

😘

[@mandrildev]

Hi Chris. Wonderful video as usual. Do you use Upwork, or mostly LinkedIn? Thanks.

[@ilori_tobi]

Thanks for inspiring