Selling Freelance Services: Basic Sales Tips to Sell Web Design
Selling freelance services requires different strategies than selling a product. Use these practical tips to sell web design, even if you’re not good at sales.
Author: Laura Spencer
Laura Spencer is a freelance writer with over 20 years of writing experience. Laura has managed her own writing business since 2002, and her current writing specialties include: business writing, copywriting, and web content.
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