Here’s how I got my first 10 freelance clients — from people I already know

I suck at networking. But nearly all of my clients are from recommendations and word of mouth, not self-promotion.

Lucy Fuggle
Nov 4 · 6 min read

I’ve been a self-employed marketing consultant and writer since May 2018.

Lucy Fuggle

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I write, create things, and go on adventures. Business consultant & writer working with tech companies. lucyfuggle.com.

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