3 Big Don’ts When Using AI as an Aspiring Online Freelancer

1. Fake Reviews

DON’T use AI in creating fake testimonials or fake reviews
(either for your freelance business or your client’s business)

With AI, it’s so easy to generate text or even videos, right?
While AI videos are easier to spot, don’t ever think you can get away with using AI-generated text reviews.

I’m so ok with asking AI to generate something for you,
but NOT for unethical use.

What you can do instead is, of course:

• Build your portfolio.
• Offer pro-bono or discounted work in exchange for a review/testimonial.
• Learn and hone your skills in whatever freelance niche you’re in.

2. 100% AI-Generated Portfolio

DON’T take credit for a portfolio you didn’t create, Bosses.

A portfolio is something you send to clients so they can see samples of your work.
How can they see your potential with AI-generated outputs?

You can ask AI for ideas,
but you should make an active effort on your end, too.

• Ask for a strategy, not the actual deliverables.
• Be inspired by the given references, but do not just replicate the output.
• Use it to check your work, NOT to do the work for you.

If you don’t know yet how you can build your portfolio with zero experience,
I’ve made a couple of video tutorials that you can watch.

3. AI-Generated Application Letter

Prospect clients hire someone they know they can entrust their business to.
And it starts with the proposals.

A generic template doesn’t stand out in the hiring process.
Believe me, I’ve read thousands of applications, and it’s obvious when you just used a template.

What more if it sounds like an AI?

REMEMBER:
when applying, you should already be able to build a connection with the client.

I’ve already created a video about the Do’s and Don’ts in creating a cover letter,
but here’s also how AI can help you:

• Ask for a summary of data about the industry of your prospective client,
  and keep that information in mind when writing your proposals.
• Use AI to check your spelling and grammar.
• Ask for feedback on how you can present your ideas more clearly.