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Seth Godin's Freelancer Course (Udemy.com)

Become Remarkable, Find Better Clients, and Do Work That Matters--the classic set of lectures

4.7
4,992 reviews

Created by: Seth Godin

Last updated April 2019

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This is a set of short talks from Seth Godin: 88 lectures in 16 sections, about 4.8 hours in all. It is about mindset and positioning, not software or tactics. Topics run from choosing clients and storytelling to pricing, reputation and promotion. It suits working freelancers who want to specialize and stand out, and people thinking about leaving a job. The course itself says it is not for anyone after shortcuts or guaranteed results.

Reviewers like how short and clear the lectures are. One says Godin breaks something complicated into understandable chunks. A designer says applying the advice doubled turnover every year, and another reviewer watched the whole thing three times. Complaints are rare. Of 4,992 ratings, 71 are one or two stars. The mild drawbacks are the format itself: it asks questions more than it hands out steps, and the content was last updated in April 2019.

With 29,224 students and a 4.7 rating, it is a well-trodden pick. The final 110 minutes is a single Q&A lecture, so the main teaching runs closer to three hours. The description mentions exercises, so it is worth pausing after each section to try them on a real client list. Anyone wanting templates, pricing worksheets or lead-generation tactics should look at a more hands-on course. For rethinking what kind of freelancer to be, it is a short and well-liked place to start.

Best forFreelancers, or people leaving a job, who want to rethink positioning and pricing, not learn tools.
Skip it ifYou want templates, step-by-step lead generation or graded exercises rather than big ideas.

Pros

  • Lectures are short, and reviewers call them clear and to the point
  • Covers choosing clients, pricing, storytelling and reputation in 16 sections
  • Reviewers say the ideas still guide their daily freelance work years later
  • A 110-minute bonus Q&A answers common freelancer worries

Cons

  • Last updated in April 2019, so some examples may feel dated
  • Big ideas, not step-by-step tactics, which some will find too loose
  • No quizzes or assignments are listed, so the exercises are up to the student
Even after quite some time, I realise I refer to the things that Seth teaches in this course in my daily work. It's helped me create a solid freelance business and gave me the security to do work that matters.
Jonathan Irons, a student

Listed for all levels, but most useful to current freelancers or career switchers, since it teaches strategy, not skills.

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What you will learn

  • Master how to make your work unique, create a well-known brand, find clients, and increase demand for your products or services
  • Understand what it takes to be more than the average freelancer
  • Turn professional and make a commitment to finding better clients and doing better work

Course content

16 sections · 88 lectures · 4.8 hours of video

  1. 1How to move up 2 free previews8 lectures · 13 min
  2. 2Building assets5 lectures · 8 min
  3. 3Managing clients 1 free preview5 lectures · 13 min
  4. 4Strategies you choose4 lectures · 9 min
  5. 5Storytelling7 lectures · 13 min
  6. 6Scarcity, value and your choice6 lectures · 12 min
  7. 7Pricing 1 free preview4 lectures · 8 min
  8. 8Unique voice6 lectures · 11 min
  9. 9Reputation7 lectures · 12 min
  10. 10Promotion5 lectures · 10 min

Who it is for

The instructor says it suits

  • Current freelancers who want to build and differentiate their businesses
  • Anyone interested in becoming a professional freelancer
  • This is not a course for people who seek shortcuts, guaranteed results and an easy path

What you need before you start

  • No requirements! Just motivation to be your own boss and do great work that makes a difference

How it compares

Against the other 150 rated Udemy courses in Entrepreneurship on CourseDuck:

  • Rating4.7 out of 5higher than 86% of them
  • Reviews4,992#6 of 151 by number of reviews
  • Length4.8 hourslonger than 61% of them
  • Last updatedApril 2019earlier than 84% of them

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Course Description

Contents and Overview

This course begins with an introduction into what it means to be a freelancer, regardless of what industry you work in.

You'll realize that you have the opportunity to take control of your career, regardless of your previous experience, by seeing the world the way your clients do.

Seth walks you through choosing your clients and how to be at the right place at the right time to find them. By pushing yourself to produce remarkable work, the clients will start coming to you.

Each short, intense (and sometimes funny) lecture helps you identify ways to build your reputation and promote your business so you can step out of invisibility. You'll make your work more valuable, and you'll know how to price your work to attract and retain clients.

You have the opportunity to become a well-known specialist in your field. You'll learn the foundation that consistently generates client leads that translate into a higher freelancer income.

Also included: In-depth answers to FAQs that Seth has collected from his audience in preparation for this course. The FAQs will help clarify common concerns that freelancers have, as well as provide insight into overcoming everyday challenges.

Throughout the course, you'll have the opportunity to complete exercises that will help you forge a path you can easily follow. You'll get as much out of this course as you choose to put into it.

By the end of this course, you'll know what you need to do to pave your way towards a more lucrative and fulfilling freelancing career. You'll be confident enough to be your own boss, and you'll know how to put your goals in motion.

Whether you're currently freelancing full-time or you're stuck in a job that you want to get out of, Seth shows you what it takes to be an accomplished freelancer—or, as he calls it, “a warrior without a king."
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Instructor Details

Seth Godin

World-renowned entrepreneur, best-selling author, and speaker

More than 100,000 students online...

Seth is an entrepreneur, best-selling author, and speaker who knows what it takes to succeed in business and to be your own boss. In addition to launching one of the most popular blogs in the world, he has written 20 best-selling books, including The Dip, Linchpin, Purple Cow, Tribes, and What To Do When It's Your Turn (And It's Always Your Turn).

The penultimate one is called THIS IS MARKETING and it's been a #1 bestseller in its category in the USA, Italy and Korea. And out in late 2020 is THE PRACTICE. Find out more at seths.blog/ThePractice

Though renowned for his writing and speaking, Seth also founded two companies, Squidoo and Yoyodyne (acquired by Yahoo!). This real-world entrepreneurial experience is what makes him the ideal teacher for those who wish to forge their own career path.

By focusing on everything from effective marketing and leadership, to the spread of ideas and changing everything, Seth has been able to motivate and inspire countless people around the world.

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Reviews

4.7

4,992 ratings on Udemy

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By Veronica Chase on 8/27/2020

Fantastic course - my takeaway, figure out who's it for? and what's it for? and go ship it! Get over my resistance and focus on shipping to the smallest possible group of people like me. Thank you!

By Jeffrey Sy on 8/16/2020

Took this course more than 5 years ago. Ideas presented are still relevant in today's marketplace.

By Scott Dreyer on 7/13/2020

enjoying it -- a good challenge, new info.

By A J on 7/6/2020

This is more principle-based than a down-in-the trenches course. I got a lot out of it.
However Godin's CONSTANT use of the "she/her" pronoun annoyed the bejesus out of me. He incessantly decided to use "she/her" to describe both the Freelancer -and- the Customer in every. single. example. It's fine to sprinkle in a couple mixed pronouns to accommodate for both sexes -- but this dude just droned on and on with it.
Truth be told, it didn't feel inclusive. It felt forced, disingenuous and hollow.
Hey, Seth, there are MORE than just females taking this class. Put down the SJW bit and speak to everyone, instead of picking and choosing as you see fit.

By David on 6/6/2020

Yes it pretty much somes up the basics of my element I'd like to reach into further and learn as much as I can about freelancing it's actually the way I been living my whole life and it helps recollect my memories and thoughts watching these lectures.

By Steven Faulkner on 4/24/2020

The content is great!

By Mark Linley on 4/9/2020

Nothing much I don't know already.

By Anaik Alcasas on 3/25/2020

In a world flooded with infinite generic advice about becoming "anybody for anyone" this course gives me clear benchmarks and definitions around what's involved in showing up with excellence to serve a niche audience in a remarkable way. The PDF assignments and goals are helpful to document my goals and get crystal clear on the incremental steps I can take next. I took extensive notes and was particularly challenged by the many ways I can create specific assets that serve my clients and community while setting me apart in my space.

By Don Sturgill on 3/12/2020

Excellent advice from a guy who has walked the path.

By Lourenco de Azevedo on 3/3/2020

Sim, conciso e til

By Chris Misterek on 2/25/2020

Love Seth and what he puts out! Definitely going to be passing along this info at my website https://selfmadewebdesigner.com

By Charles Martz on 2/14/2020

Yes, it is very timely for the actions I'm pursuing.

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  • Video Duration: icon 4.8h
  • Price: $199.99
  • Provider: icon Udemy
  • Updated: icon April 2019
  • Level: All Levels All Levels
  • Language: icon English
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  • Lectures:88 in 16 sections
  • Students:29,200
  • Subtitles:6 languages
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