Work is slow and I’m looking for some filler work in between calls with my freelance IT business. I’m trying to find something that pays more than Amazon Turk, which I currently do. I am very good at fixing PC problems remotely, as I have done it for friends. I launched a website and offered remote PC support, but have not gotten any clients in the three months my site has existed. Does anybody know of any good, reputable companies that offer this type of work?
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If you want work, then you have to be active in getting it.
Having the website is fine, but if no one knows it’s there then no one will call.
What I would suggest you do is join as many community groups on Facebook as you can, especially business groups.
Set up a Facebook page (not a group) that promotes what you do. Post in that page at least twice a day. Try to keep the balance of about 40% sales talk and 60% stuff that isn’t related to sales. If it is all sales people just ignore it.
Post in those groups adhering to what ever rules the group owner has put up. For example, can only post once a week. etc etc
and lastly, be prepared to do give some advice at no cost. People remember it when you say “Just do xyz and that will fix your problem” as opposed to you coming out being there 5 seconds and giving them a bill.
Good luck.
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coryhamma
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Are there any small business groups in your area? We have Network affer Work in Sacramento, and it can be a good way to meet potential clients. Meetup groups are good too. I found a new job through volunteering my time at a local nonprofit. My new boss volunteered there too.
You could also try fiverr for remote support, and Craigslist for local stuff. Fiverr might be a good way to meet new clients and convert them into regular clients.
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Get out there on linkedin and update your profile. Like another poster said you need to go and market what you do; passively expectging folks to find you is not realistic in the marketplace.
Chad - I checked out your website, and I’m impressed with your commitment to customer service. IT pros have a tendency to treat users as a “necessary evil” rather than as valued customers, and having a customer-first mindset can really take you far, in my opinion.
Earning new customers as a freelancer takes time and effort, so don’t expect to “blow up” in just 3 months. If this is the route you want to go, feel free to message me and I’d be happy to share my experience.
If you’re looking for a reputable company to do Help Desk and Remote Support work for, perhaps getting a job with an MSP in your area would be a good fit? Working for an MSP is good experience, decent pay, and you’d be able to do a lot of the work remotely.
