   How to look for contract work
  Hi guys:I've recently started a studio doing mobile games and apps (iPhone, Android).  So far it seems like relying on selling games to make profit was a bad idea for starters, so I've been looking into contracting projects.  But I don't have clues where I can get started looking for them.Can anyone point me out to a direction as for where I can possibly find clients that would pay for apps projects?Any help is appreciated!   
  Contact companies in your local area, and offer them your services. Later, when you have more resources, you can expand your "circle of influence" by taking more distant jobs. Note that in digital businesses (such as software development) the 'net can make the effective distance between you and your clients disappear.When you successfully complete work for these companies, you can often use the previous work as a reference to advertise your ability in your craft. Also, if you do a good enough job, you can get recommendations from your previous clients "for free" as they may want to support your business even though the recommender might not be able to hire you just that instant.Finally, if you can make other software than games, be sure to offer that too.   ;  Hmmm.And how about it in Finland? (unfortunately I don't have papers, real work experience, but I have crappy code. So I'm just curious.)   ;  The same advice applies - the reply to TimWu's question is based on real-life experience :)I started my professional software development career working for a large local company (to which I got in via relations). The company subsequently had several layoffs that first affected those that had been in the company for the least amount of time (no exceptions based on actual job performance). As I had gained some valuable work experience by then, I thought it would be a good idea to start my own business. Having seen some very bad and some very good times, I have to say that I don't regret anything about that decision. However, I wouldn't have had the required experience if I hadn't been working for a larger company first.In Finland, it is relatively easy to get a degree since most schools (including advanced degrees, excluding university) are mostly free to attend if you're good enough to get in. Aside from school, spend your time wisely studying your craft, and keep your ears open for jobs that you would be able to take on.   ;  Thanks for your words.But anyway, it's just a theoretical question for me.   