Let’s admit it, the economy kinda sucks right now. People are feeling it in almost every industry. But it’s not all bad news. It’s never a bad thing to evaluate your priorities and where your money is going. And it feels good to shed some of the unnecessary stuff you’ve accumulated over the years. But honestly, who couldn’t use a few extra bucks? So I have an idea that will help both you and me. If you know someone who needs design work (website, brochure, logo, business cards, etc.) send me their name and contact info and if it turns out to be a job I will give you 10% of whatever I charge. 10% may not sound like much, but if you think about it, 10% of a $2,000 website is $200! And all you did was make a phone call or write an email.
But there are some rules.
1. I am industry specific. I am not good at designing a website for a plumber. Unless that plumber is totally cool and wants a kick butt website. I only work in the creative industries, i.e. art galleries, artists, restaurants, builders, florists, interior design, stores, etc. Basically I only want to work with people who are interested in aesthetics.
2.I have the right to turn down any job if I don’t think it will be a good fit. I don’t want to be a sweat shop turning out tons of work with no heart or thought behind them. I will only accept jobs if I think I can truly help the client’s business.
3. You will get paid when I do. You will get 10% of what I charge up to $200 when I get paid by the client. That means if a website turns out to be $1,500, you will get $150. But if a job turns out to be $3,000, you will only get $200. Because let’s be honest, you just sent me an email or phone call. And if I got paid $200 for a phone call, I’d be pretty freakin happy!
4. I stand behind my work. I have never had a job turn sour because of my lack of responsibility. I work hard and truly desire to see my work influence the success of a business. I trust that the clients I work with are also honest and ethical. And so far, everyone I’ve worked with has been a pleasure and I want to keep that streak going!
So in summary, if you know someone in the industries mentioned above who needs some help with logos, printed materials or websites, give me their contact info. And if it turns out to be a job, I will give you 10% of whatever I charge.
