The Feedcoyote Scoop - Part 4
This guide shows you the ways to find projects on Feedcoyote and how to craft winning proposals to land your first paid collaboration.
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Your Guide to Finding & Winning Your First Collaboration
Welcome back to the Feedcoyote Scoop!
In Part 1, we introduced the collaborative power of Feedcoyote’s F2F community. In Part 2, you learned your essential first steps on the platform. Then, in Part 3, you mastered the art of engineering a powerful, optimized profile designed to attract your ideal collaborators and clients.
Now, it’s time for the most exciting part: putting that profile to work and securing your first paid collaboration.
Finding your first project can feel daunting, but Feedcoyote offers multiple pathways to success. This guide will walk you through the three primary methods for discovering and winning collaborations on the platform, turning your powerful profile into tangible opportunities.
Method 1: The Direct Approach – Mastering Proposals on “Collab” Posts
This is the most straightforward way to find projects when you’re ready to start actively looking. The “Collab” tab is Feedcoyote’s dedicated marketplace where other freelancers and businesses post projects they need help with.
How to Find Relevant Collabs:
Navigate to the “Collab” Tab: You’ll find this prominently displayed on your Feedcoyote navigation.
Use Filters: Leverage the powerful filters to find projects that match your skills and niche. You can filter by:
Category: (e.g., Web, Mobile & Software Dev; Design & Creative; Sales & Marketing)
Skill: (e.g., UI/UX Design, SEO, Python, Content Writing)
Price Range: (to find projects that align with your earning goals)
Keywords: Use specific terms related to your niche (e.g., “eCommerce SEO,” “Fintech UI”).
Review Project Details: Click on any Collab post that interests you. Read the full description, requirements, budget, and deadline carefully to ensure it’s a good fit for your expertise and availability.
Crafting the Winning Proposal:
Once you find a suitable Collab, click “Submit Proposal.” This isn’t just a simple click; it’s your opportunity to make a strong impression. Think of it as a brief, compelling pitch.
Proposal Title (Max 60 Characters): Keep this short, clear, and relevant to the project.
Instead of: “My Proposal”
Try: “Expert UI Redesign for Your SaaS Platform” or “SEO Content Strategy for [Project Name]”
Add Skills (3-5 Relevant Keywords): Select skills that directly match the Collab’s requirements. This reinforces your expertise and helps the poster see you as a perfect fit.
The Message Box (Max 250 Characters): This is your short cover letter. It needs to be concise, impactful, and personalized. Do NOT paste your full proposal here.
Template Idea: “Hi [Collab Poster’s Name], I’m [Your Name], an [Your Niche] expert. I saw your need for [Specific Problem] and my experience with [Relevant Experience/Portfolio Link] makes me a great fit. I’ve attached a detailed proposal outlining my approach & estimated timeline. Looking forward to discussing!”
Attach Your Full Proposal (PDF Recommended): This is where your in-depth pitch goes. This PDF should include:
A personalized opening (show you read their post).
Your understanding of their problem.
Your proposed solution and approach.
Relevant proof-of-work (mini case studies, portfolio links).
Your fees and timeline.
A clear Call to Action (e.g., “Let’s schedule a brief chat”).
Pro-Tip: As one Feedcoyote user wisely advises, avoid simply commenting “interested” without providing value, Put in the real effort to craft a thoughtful proposal, and you’ll stand out.
Method 2: The Attraction Method – How to Receive Inbound Invites
This is the holy grail for any freelancer: having clients and collaborators come directly to you. This method relies on your credible visibility and consistent value demonstration within the Feedcoyote community.
How to Become a Magnet for Opportunities:
Maintain an Optimized Profile (Recap): As discussed in Feedcoyote Scoop #3, your profile is your 24/7 marketing tool. Ensure it’s fully filled out, keyword-rich, and showcases your best work.
Be Active on the Feed: The Feedcoyote Feed is your stage. Regularly share:
Proof-of-Work: Screenshots of designs, links to articles you’ve written, code snippets, project milestones. User Samuel Akayi famously landed his first client after consistently sharing mock designs on the Feed, impressing a fellow user.
Insights & Expertise: Share tips related to your niche, comment thoughtfully on other people’s posts, and answer questions.
Collaborative Mindset: Engage positively, celebrate others’ wins, and offer help where appropriate.
Let the AI Work for You: With an optimized profile, Feedcoyote’s AI-powered matchmaking automatically suggests your profile to users whose needs align with what you “Can Help With”. The more accurate and detailed your profile, the better these matches will be.
The Power of Patience & Persistence: Inbound invites often come from users who have been”diligently watching your contribution in community and then take initiative to connect”. Consistency in engagement and quality is key.
Method 3: The Proactive Strategy – Sending Outbound Pitches to Your ICP
Don’t just wait for opportunities; create them! This method is about actively seeking out your ideal clients or collaborators and pitching them directly.
How to Craft & Send a Winning Outbound Pitch:
Identify Your ICP (Recap): Based on your niche work, use the “Coyotes Tab” to filter and find a comprehensive list of professionals who fit your Ideal Client Profile.This feature is specifically designed to help you connect with other business owners and freelancers who might need your skills.
Do Your Research: Before you send a message,study their Feedcoyote profile, recent activity, and any external links they’ve shared. Understand their business, their goals, and potential challenges you could solve.
Craft a Personalized Collab Pitch:
Subject Line: Make it specific and benefit-driven (e.g., “Idea to Boost [Their Company Name]’s [Specific Area]”).
Opening: Reference something specific from their profile or recent activity to show you did your homework.
Your Value Proposition: Briefly explain how your niche expertise can solve a specific problem they might have, save them time, or help them grow.Remember to focus on benefits, not just features.
Proof-of-Work: Include a quick link to a highly relevant portfolio piece on your Feedcoyote profile.
Call to Action: Suggest a brief chat or propose a small, low-risk initial project.
Send Via Direct Message: Use Feedcoyote’s secure messaging feature to send your personalized pitch.
Securing your first collaboration on Feedcoyote is a pivotal moment. Whether you prefer the direct route of applying to “Collabs,” the strategic approach of attracting inbound invitations, or the proactive method of sending targeted pitches, Feedcoyote provides the tools and the community to help you succeed.
Your powerful, optimized profile from Feedcoyote Scoop #3 is your foundation. Now, it’s time to activate it. Browse the “Collab” tab, share your expertise on the Feed, or identify your next ideal partner in the “Coyotes” tab.
Your next great project, and your path to a thriving collaborative career, awaits.
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F.A.Q.
A “Collab” post is a paid project opportunity on Feedcoyote. It is used only when someone wishes to hire people for a project. They are typically posted by other freelancers or small business owners who need to delegate or subcontract parts of their own work.
The “Message Box” is for a short cover letter, with a maximum character limit of 250. You should not paste your full proposal there. The PDF attachment is where you upload your full, detailed proposal, which should include your project approach, proof-of-work, and mini case studies.
You should not expect inbound offers on Day 1. It takes time to build “credible visibility” through consistent community engagement and sharing your work. As one user experienced, they “landed the offer after 16 days of being consistent”. Patience and active participation are key.
It will not be seen as spam if you do it thoughtfully and professionally. The key is to be strategic and personalized, not generic. Before pitching, you must “Do Your Research” on the person’s profile, “Personalize Your Pitch” to their specific needs, and clearly “Outline the Benefits” of collaborating with you.
For a new freelancer, Method 1 (The Direct Approach) is the best place to start. Actively browsing the “Collab” tab and submitting well-crafted proposals is the most direct way to find your first project while you simultaneously build the visibility and network needed for the other two methods to become effective.