Why Join
Why Join Gyde?
Gyde was created to help talented professionals grow their careers. Throughout our years working with freelance talent, we learned that there wasn't a home for true entrepreneurs to meet and work directly with clients looking for their services.
Every freelance resource today caters primarily to beginners, side hustlers, and quick-gig night owls. Traditional platforms control your contracts and govern every client engagement, which is helpful if you're just getting your freelance career started or exercising a skill on the side.
But where do you go if you're a true professional - an entrepreneur looking to grow your brand and client base? You want to work with your clients directly. You want to be in control of your contracts, and above all, keep 100% of your earnings. You join Gyde.
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What Our Members Are Saying...
We’ve really enjoyed using Gyde as a business tool. It’s helped our studio connect with and win work from clients we may not have otherwise reached. Some of our favorite recent projects featured on our website began with an RFP we discovered on Gyde.
Navigating the postings is straightforward and clear. The platform itself has become a valuable part of our new business workflow. It has not only expanded our reach but also helped us be more intentional and focused in the types of opportunities we pursue.
We’ve appreciated how Gyde brings clarity to the RFP process, saves us time in evaluating fit, and ultimately supports us in building meaningful client relationships. I've recommended Gyde to peers looking for a thoughtful, well-organized way to connect with clients.
I’ve tried Upwork, Fiverr, you name it. I’ve never found a platform that is as freelance friendly as Gyde.
They promote my business better than I can myself. Since joining Gyde I’ve seen a significant increase in my website traffic and people contacting me about projects.
I found my biggest client on Gyde. We’ve been working together for over 7 months now and they are my highest grossing client.
As an entrepreneur, having a reliable way to find new clients to work with directly is an invaluable tool. Gyde is the broker, I stay in control of everything else, it’s perfect for me.
I joined Gyde because I'm always trying to grow my freelance career.
My most recent client found me on Gyde and they've been an absolute delight to work with. This client alone has already netted me over $1,200 in design work in the last month.
Brands coming to Gyde for contract work are clearly looking for professionals to work with. It's the one place where I don't feel overshadowed by less qualified designers.
Gyde is the best tool that I’ve found to grow my business.
They seem to really know how to promote their members and get me in front of businesses that are looking for my marketing expertise.
Since joining Gyde I’ve found 4 new clients that I still work with to this day.
Having a resource that allows me to contract and invoice directly is amazing, and something I haven’t been able to find anywhere else.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Gyde different from other platforms?
Gyde is an exclusive platform dedicated to entrepreneurial-minded professionals focused on growing their brand and career. We don't cater to beginners or side hustlers.
Unlike other marketplaces, Gyde gives you the freedom to work with clients directly and keep 100% of all earnings.
What are the membership requirements?
Gyde looks for those who take their profession seriously. We look at each prospective members’ experience, work history, and background to make sure that they are an boutique agency or freelance professional dedicated to their practice.
What do I get with my membership?
Access to the latest digital marketing and design opportunities and RFPs being offered remotely in the United States and Canada. Updated daily.
Access to opportunities that businesses are sourcing directly through Gyde, as well as create a professional profile that will be featured in our Talent Directory where you can be discovered by businesses and brands looking for your services.
You’ll create a Gyde professional profile to showcase your brand and work. You can link your website, reviews, external portfolios, etc. to give a holistic view of who you are and what you do. Your Gyde profile will be discoverable on our website, featured on strategic partner pages, as well as promoted across landing pages aligned with your skill and location.
How do we engage with clients?
You’ll submit your interest in opportunities directly through the Gyde opportunity dashboard. Clients will be able to view your Gyde profile and any additional relevant information you include. From there, they will either reach out to you directly or we’ll broker an email introduction. Clients can also discover and contact you directly through your Gyde profile.
Once you've connected, you work with clients directly the same way you would as if referred by a friend or colleague. Simple as that.
How does Gyde protect the interests of its members and clients?
While Gyde fosters direct interactions between businesses and our members, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. By ensuring a platform of vetted, experienced professionals, as well as clients, we minimize potential conflicts while producing quality results.
