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How Freelance Clients Find Me

Experiencing eLearning

The biggest shift for me is that more of my work now comes from networking and referrals rather than from my blog and portfolio. An online portfolio is a requirement if you’re freelancing or consulting. Your portfolio is a way to tell your story about the work you do and the work you want to do in the future.

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Here’s How I Became a Full-Time Freelance eLearning Designer

Tim Slade

Earlier this year, I shared with you that I made the transition into becoming a full-time freelance eLearning designer. For me, the journey to becoming a full-time freelance eLearning designer is something that I’ve been working towards for many years. And that’s exactly what I want to share with you today.

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Instructional Design Careers and Freelancing Presentations

Experiencing eLearning

Blogging to Build Your Business Blogging to Build Your Business In this presentation, I shared what I have learned about blogging to build a reputation as a consultant. We talked about my transition from band teacher to freelance LXD consultant. I discussed the mistakes I made, compare platforms, and share tips. Looking for more?

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Podcast Interviews on Scenarios, ID Careers, and More

Experiencing eLearning

Instructional design careers, freelancing, consulting. Freelancing and Consulting. Podcast Interview on Freelancing and Consulting. Kristin Anthony talked to me about moving into freelancing and consulting, positioning yourself in the market, finding clients, pricing strategies, and managing my business.

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AI Tools, Games, Freelancing: ID Links 2/14/23

Experiencing eLearning

[with real prices] Figuring out how much a video costs is like figuring out how much elearning costs: there are too many variables to give a simple answer. Red Flags to Watch Out For in Freelance Contracts I hear a lot of questions from new freelancers and consultants about contracts and what to watch for.

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Presentations on Scenario-Based Learning and More

Experiencing eLearning

Using scenarios can make your elearning more engaging and relevant. While branching scenarios are one effective strategy, a range of options beyond branching are available for incorporating storytelling and scenarios in elearning. Better Feedback for Scenario-Based eLearning. Better Feedback for Scenario-Based eLearning.

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Looking Back at 2023, Looking Ahead to 2024

Experiencing eLearning

Should we start elearning with a list of formal learning objectives? Freelance Income Projection: Free Template : As a freelancer or consultant, your income can vary widely from month to month. Time Estimates for Elearning Development “How long will it take to create this elearning?” Probably not.