Do contractors have websites selling themselves and do clients expect this? I suppose this may be more important when your starting out?
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Originally posted by DiestlDo contractors have websites selling thereselves and do clients expect this? I suppose this may be more important when your starting out?
* Would a client requiring, for example, a .NET developer say "I know, I'll Google for one on the web"?
* And even if they do, will your website come on the first couple of pages?
* And even if it does, why would the client prefer you, who they know nothing about except what you have written youself, to someone "vetted" by an agent?
One of the few exceptions might be if you are a web site designer, where you can show a prospective client your work, but then you are a hostage to fortune.
Just make sure you have a good CV and a network of contacts.Last edited by wendigo100; 19 July 2006, 21:53.Comment
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I'm toying with the idea of doing one, purely just for messing about though. I admit I know nothing about this web dev business but would like to learn.Rule Number 1 - Assuming that you have a valid contract in place always try to get your poo onto your timesheet, provided that the timesheet is valid for your current contract and covers the period of time that you are billing for.
I preferred version 1!Comment
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I've got one, but clients in my line of business expect one and only like to deal with "real businesses" as it were. Plus it's a handy thing to have when you're networking and handing out the old business card.Comment
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Originally posted by Emperor DalekI've got one, but clients in my line of business expect one and only like to deal with "real businesses" as it were. Plus it's a handy thing to have when you're networking and handing out the old business card.whats the lowest you can do this for?Comment
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Originally posted by wendigo100I don't. It is a waste of time for most contractors. Think about it.
* Would a client requiring, for example, a .NET developer say "I know, I'll Google for one on the web"?
* And even if they do, will your website come on the first couple of pages?
* And even if it does, why would the client prefer you, who they know nothing about except what you have written youself, to someone "vetted" by an agent?
One of the few exceptions might be if you are a web site designer, where you can show a prospective client your work, but then you are a hostage to fortune.
Just make sure you have a good CV and a network of contacts.
Very few clients do this.
My website often give the impression of an SME which simply reinforces the B2B paradigm and avoids interference from HR and other profit vampires.If you think my attitude stinks, you should smell my fingers.Comment
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Just put your CV on a few decent sites. That's how I got this current gig.We must strike at the lies that have spread like disease through our mindsComment
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I used to have one but due to a number of unfortunate coincidences I dont anymore. (Change of host at exactly the same time my lap top with the source on got nicked).
I had one because German tax law required a genuine business to advertise. A web site and business cards were regarded as meeting the requirement.
Put one up, you can then show it to the IR when 35 comes a calling. It may only be a very minor pointer, but it may be enough!
<bloody hell, I have come over all serious in general. REBOOT>I am not qualified to give the above advice!
The original point and click interface by
Smith and Wesson.
Step back, have a think and adjust my own own attitude from time to timeComment
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Originally posted by The Lone GunmanI used to have one but due to a number of unfortunate coincidences I dont anymore. (Change of host at exactly the same time my lap top with the source on got nicked).
I had one because German tax law required a genuine business to advertise. A web site and business cards were regarded as meeting the requirement.
Put one up, you can then show it to the IR when 35 comes a calling. It may only be a very minor pointer, but it may be enough!
<bloody hell, I have come over all serious in general. REBOOT>Comment
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