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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Top Portrait Photography Lenses for Nikon DSLRs
Background Photo: Ezekixl Akinnewu Portrait photography is one of the most popular forms of photography. From quick snaps on your phone all the way up to expensive commercial photo shoots, portraits are a go-to choice. But, one challenge for many photographers using DSLRs is finding the perfect lens for portraits. The truth is, there is […]
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 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 reading6 Helpful Tips for Solo Travelers
You know the feeling. You’re itching for an adventure, a change of scenery, a new experience, to see the world — but doing it alone? That can be daunting. Whether your friends can’t get the time off work, your partner doesn’t have the money, or you would just rather explore by yourself, traveling solo can […]
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