Putting yourself out there
Episode description
Russell is a teacher and a healer. He works in digital media and technology. He feels called to help people who struggle with suicidal thoughts. He's grateful for new connections.
02:41 Challenge: Launching a new company and open to investment opportunities.
02:46 What's the result you get for your clients?
02:52 It's a disruptor for Tinder and Bumble; it's a more conscious paradigm.
03:08 Question: What's the exact challenge? In a few words.
03:12 New clientele, right away.
03:34 Question: What's your favorite job? What exactly could you get a client for tomorrow?
03:44 Innovative tech startup. Anything that needs human-machine interaction. Any UX interface that I could improve.
04:22 Question: Where can people check out your work?
04:23 Digitalhyperspace.com also russelwells.online is my personal hub.
04:56 Question: Are you on Upwork and everything?
04:56 Yes.
04:59 Question: What's been your experience with Upwork?
Had a lead on a client, but then I had to move, and lost it.
05:11 Question: Can you advertise on Upwork?
05:13 I've tried a few things. If someone is open to reflecting that stuff for me, I'd appreciate it.
05:34 Suggestion: I get a lot of side jobs through Craigslist. It's $5/month. Include all the relevant tags.
Two Key Points:
- Don’t underestimate Craigslist
- Network network network