As a freelancer, I spend the majority of my day alone. After my morning workout, I shower, get dressed, and plant myself at my local coffee shop for hours. Most days, the only human interaction I get is with my loving boyfriend and the barista. Don’t get me wrong; I love this life. However, I can’t dispute that networking is an essential mechanism for building my career. The value of getting my name out there, learning from others in the industry, and forming professional relationships cannot be understated. But, when I spend hours alone with my laptop every day, how can I network effectively? Here are some tips for networking as a freelancer: 1. Reach Out To Other Professionals Whenever I see a job posting, I always look for the people who already hold the position. Sometimes I just check out their educational and professional credentials. Sometimes I request a connection on LinkedIn so I can strike up a conversation and learn how they got to where they are. Either way, you will...