Hey, thanks for this offer! Enjoyed your interview on CodeNewbie.
I’ve been coding for a little over two years and have really hit my stride: my stack is growing, I’m completing more ambitious projects in shorter and shorter timeframes, using code to automate parts of my day job, and just really feel like the only things holding me back are lack of time and knowledgeable people to work alongside.
At the same time, it’s hard to get a full-time job with no tech experience. I’ve got my resume fairly well polished for the tech industry but haven’t gotten any bites on the few applications I’ve put in. Part of the problem is that I work mainly in Python but the jobs around me are all using .NET and Java.
Your approach of freelancing sounds great. My concern is that I’m typically not an especially outgoing person and struggle to be a salesman.
I’d be interested in your thoughts!
Thanks,
Danny Brown
Let Danny know that he should find the kind of people he wants to work with, go where they are, and talk to them. I told him it’s not sleazy salesmanship. It’s just about making friends and finding what they are struggling with. Pitched him on value-based pricing. He asked about pricing in general and estimating projects. Told him his hourly rate would seem high if he’s only accustomed to working a permanent role with benefits. Sent him my guide on pricing and several other resources he might find helpful.
Suggested Danny would want to decide whether he’s more interested in full-time work before deciding whether to learn .NET since that wouldn’t be as helpful to him as a freelancer.