How I landed my first UX client
Zaire shares his step-by-step approach to getting clients as a UX designer, even if you haven’t got real-world experience.
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Topic: Getting clients as a UX designer without real-world experience
Importance of daily content creation and posting on one platform
Use platforms like ChatGPT for generating ideas and gamify content creation process
Benefits of daily outreach, such as reaching out to people who engage with your posts and interacting with others in the same field
Posting unsolicited redesigns or viral content can lead to more exposure and engagement
Consistency is key: post daily and stick to one platform initially
Compounding effect of consistent daily posting can lead to more exposure and opportunities
Use personal profile as a business platform and keep followers in the loop about your journey
Reach out to people who engage with your content and build a rapport with them
Interact with others in the same field, such as developers, for potential collaborations and opportunities
Set constraints and gamify the content creation process to stay motivated
Daily outreach can lead to more opportunities and freelance clients
Building an online profile through consistent daily posting and outreach can lead to paid freelance opportunities