After over 15 years in full-time roles (office and hybrid), I'm looking to jump into the world of remote freelancing/contracting. I'm nervous about interviewing, and figure it's probably going to be a lot different than what I'm used to. What would you say are the key differences in freelance/contract interviews versus full-time ones?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I agree with Producer, especially that you're running a business now. In my experience, the interviews are more like client consultations. They’re not looking for culture fit as much as for skill fit and reliability. I also treat interviewing as a two-way street - I’m seeing if they are a good fit for me, too.

like

Key difference: is in you. It’s a total mindset shift. You need to understand how to negotiate, how to charge, what your offerings are.. how to communicate that.. how to position yourself.

You’re running a business

Some advice on interviewing:

Research the company and the person you’re meeting with—you’ll feel prepared

Consider a dry run to where the interview will take—You won’t be late

Listen well. Look in the interviewer’s eyes—shows interest.

Know how to sell yourself.

You’ll do fine. Good luck.

Related Posts

Anyone have any good Italian restaurants? Used to go to merlo on maple but they closed years ago 😞

like

Are any consulting case books on Amazon worth it, and if so which are they?

like

Starting a new fully remote role Monday with a leader that has never had their own admin, let alone an exec assistant. Any suggestions for developing the relationship or training them to properly use an exec assistant?

like

27M
Any single F from hyd?

like

I can preorder for whole week! 😬

Post Photo
likefunnyuplifting

Hey guys! Can we leave a company within 2 weeks of joining?

Thoughts on 160over90? Last thread on here was from a year ago. Have they changed at all?

like

Is it just me or with the rise of attacks on "essential workers", it's scary nowadays to work a public-facing job? I've seen so many videos of workers getting attacked for doing their job, some of them have even lost their lives.

like

Looking to relocate to the Las Vegas area next year. Can anyone tell me an hourly rate range to expect for a CT tech with 5 years experience?

like

What do other meteorologists in the private sector get paid? And what kind of work, generally, do you do?

Living in a HCOL area, with 10 yrs Meteorology experience and another 10 years scientific experience.

like

Does anyone have any good mortgage broker recommendations that will help find a way to not pay PMI?

like

Anyone else hide your laptop between your back and the seat during takeoff so you can still work, but put your brief case in the overhead?

like

I’m so depressed, have been for years, and don’t see it getting better. I’ve tried everything from therapy, exercise, psychiatry, journaling, self help books, healthy diet, etc. what else is there?

like

Do you think I could file this in lieu of a motion for extension?

Post Photo
likefunny

^ You are a fuddu banda

like

There are what 750,000 desi h1bs in the US?? If even 10% of us protested and walked down the street, this green card ling wait racism/discrimination issue would be solved and we would all have hope and residency rights.

like

The best tourist destination in India in your opinion is.....?

सालों, मार खाओगे अगर सोन पापड़ी लाए तो 😂😂

Post Photo
likefunny

Has anyone used a hotel in New Delhi (Indra Gandhi) airport while in transit? How was your experience? Are you stuck to the confines of the hotel or can you leave the premises? Traveling to Delhi from USA and I have a long layover 12+ hours to get a connecting flight to my final destination in India. Traveling with 2 little kids…any help, advise will be appreciated 🙏

like

If I take my Schengen visa from the French embassy, can my first stop be another country before I go to France?

like

Additional Posts in WFH Freelancers

Recently started freelancing and working from home and realized that I really need a quality office chair cause my current one is killing my back. Any suggestions below $500 if possible?

like

I enjoy being asked for samples when I featured my website 3 times through email. In the body, my signature and my resume. I spend 100~/year on it. It has my entire portfolio... 😒😒😒

like

Hi, my wife and I are expecting this upcoming year. So we are looking for health insurance that can properly cover her maternity visits and labor. Any recommendations (Florida)?

Any 100% remote PM positions out there?
I’m kicking back 10k for the referrer at 30Days in. I travel between Canada and Mexico.

Like 👍 to help spread the word 🙏

like

What percent is set aside for federal?

likehelpful

Recruiters in the USA

I'm London based, never worked anywhere else, but I like the idea of freelancing abroad while it's simple what with all the WFH.

Can anyone recommend any good US-based recruiters? I am a senior copywriter.

like
like

Does anyone know of a coworking spaces that focus on creatives and/or marketing companies? All the ones I know of like technexus, wework and 1871 in Chicago are tech company focused.

Anyone looking for short term freelance support the next 2 weeks, my schedule opened up. Background; new business pitches, data driven strategy, research and analytics. Unlike most analysts, I work well with creatives :)

like

What’s the longest an agency has kept you waiting in reception on your first day of a gig?

Is WFH/remote work here to stay for freelancers? I’m in LA and considering a move to a much smaller market (Atlanta) but I’m worried about losing clients if I can’t physically go into the office (whenever that starts happening again).

like

Have any American Producers ever successfully been able to freelance abroad (London or Amsterdam)? Any advice?

Is charging $1 per word reasonable for someone w/10 years of copywriting experience?

like

Advice on choosing healthcare as a freelancer? Very new to this world and overwhelmed trying to find the right option. I’m 29, relatively healthy, single and no kids.

like

Are there any freelance social strat directors willing to share their project rates for things? First time putting together a freelance scope

like

If I contribute to a solo 401k, is the additional profit-sharing contribution (the 25% of compensation after the $19500 contribution) based on my gross income, or is it based on gross income minus expenses? Thank you🙏🏼

like

Not sure if anyone is gonna be down for this but i know of a writing gig with a rate of $60-$80/hr. It’s mainly website copy for a web3 company so it could be good to get that experience. DM if you’re interested.

like

HELP: what’s going rate freelance/day rate for mid-level copywriter in CHICAGO? Not my market but have a potential offer that’d be a big break for me

Anybody looking for a freelance digital designer? Looking for some new clients. DM please!

like

Where do you find storyboard artists? Rate? agents?

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal