Hey everyone! I've been trying to sell websites to local businesses through email, but I haven't had any luck getting responses. I know my way around React, JavaScript, CSS3, and HTML5, and I have a portfolio ready to go. I'm curious—besides freelancing, what are some effective ways to monetize my web development skills? Any tips or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
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One idea is to expand your skill set by learning about Google Tag Manager and how consent management platforms work with it. Once you get the hang of it, you can share helpful insights online, and that can lead people to reach out for help—sometimes even for payment. Instead of a standard hourly rate, consider pricing your projects based on the work needed.
If your email outreach isn't working, it might be because you're not offering a specific outcome. Most small businesses already have something in place and don't feel an urgent need for a new site. Try offering specific services, like improving page speed or optimizing existing landing pages for conversions. Also, personal outreach—like a quick message about their slow site—can lead to better responses than cold emails.
Got it! Any tips on what a good outreach email should look like?