Struggling to find consistent clients

I’ve been freelancing as a graphic designer for a few years, but lately, I feel like I’m hitting a wall with client acquisition. It seems like every project I land is just a one-off, and I’m trying to figure out how to build a steady pipeline. Anyone have tips on effective networking or tools that have worked for them in managing client relationships?

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, I totally feel you. When you say every project is just a one-off, it drives me nuts because client relationships are everything in this game. I found that offering incentives for repeat business, like discounts for referrals, helped me build a more stable pipeline.

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