Freelancers can be a proud bunch – I should know, I am one; and often, I won’t even tell my life partner if I screw something up or end up kicking myself for losing a client. When the buck stops with you, it can difficult to hold your hands up and say you got it […]
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How to Plan a Vacation as a Freelancer
Cover photo by JESHOOTS.COM As a freelancer, there’s a good chance you’re in need of a vacation more than most people. Sure, there’s the perception that freelancing means you get to work from whichever beach you want – but the reality often has you working so hard you forget what the outside looks like – let […]
Continue readingMaking the Perfect Freelance Playlist
Photo by Emilio Garcia Music can have an enormous impact on how creative and productive we are as freelancers. Now, I realize that might sound like something of an exaggeration – but there’s solid science behind that statement. The right music can help – and the wrong music can very definitely hinder. Here, I’ll expand a […]
Continue readingHow to Avoid Procrastination When You’re Freelancing
Photo by BRUNO CERVERA Do you procrastinate? Do you get frustrated by your inability to just get things done? Have you ever sat down and worked out how much you’d earn if you didn’t procrastinate?! If the answer to any of those questions is yes, you’re very definitely not alone. In fact, studies suggest you could […]
Continue readingThe Best Laptops for Freelancers
Cover Photo by Ben Kolde For most of us, freelancing simply wouldn’t be possible without an internet connection and a laptop. Since a laptop is such an important piece of the freelancing jigsaw, it makes sense to have one that’s going to tick all of the boxes needed for your job role. Freelancing means something different […]
Continue readingHow to Use LinkedIn When You’re Freelancing
Photo by rawpixel Is LinkedIn working for you as a freelancer? I mean, sure – you’ve got a profile and you’ve filled out some info – but are you really using it to find the best opportunities – or is it sitting there idle, like profiles belonging to millions of other freelancers? The good news is, […]
Continue reading7 Different Ways to Scale Your Business as a Freelancer
Photo by Pexels What’s the plan for your freelancing? Are you happy with your days? Would you like more work? Less work? More money? Bigger clients? Be honest – what would you change if you could? For many freelancers, change is quite intimidating. Sure, we’re a brave bunch as it is – going it alone […]
Continue readingManaging Your Personal Brand As a Freelancer
Photo by Antoine Beauvillain There’s a world of marketing lingo that it can be quite difficult to buy into as a freelancer. Sure, when you’re a Google employee sitting around a meeting table with a bunch of other fired-up creatives, the buzzwords and acronyms might flow free and easy – but it’s a different story when […]
Continue readingFreelance Networking Tips – How to Build Real Relationships
Photo by rawpixel It’s possible to get stuck in a rut when you’re a freelancer. Have you ever had that feeling the endless cycle of picking up odd bits of work here and there will never end? Like, your skill gives you something that’ll make sure the bills are paid – but never buy you a […]
Continue readingLinkedIn Storytelling Tips
Photo by Gades Photography You’re about to read an awesome article about storytelling – and I guarantee it’ll help you market your business and improve your LinkedIn experience. I’m not usually so bold with an opening passage – but I can be now because I’m not pioneering the methods I’m talking about, I’m simply relaying them […]
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