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Value of Offering Free Work
Offering free work can be a powerful way to demonstrate value and expertise to potential clients. Cold emails that promise great subject lines, intriguing offers, but then ask for a call instead of providing work upfront often miss the mark. Giving a day's worth of free work can showcase one's skills and immediately convince the recipient of the value they bring. This approach can lead to a strong inclination to hire the individual as it shows a level of commitment and quality that is worth paying for, but some people still struggle to perceive this strategy as effective salesmanship.
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