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 […]
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How 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 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 readingCan the Eisenhower Matrix Make You Work Smarter?
Photo by David Travis Unless you slept through history classes, you probably realise President Eisenhower was a smart guy. As well as being a two-term President, he was a 5-star World War II general, Supreme Commander of NATO Allied forces in Europe and President of Columbia University – which, regardless of any opinion about his political […]
Continue readingCreating a Home Office to Maximize Productivity
Clutter Free photo by Ylanite Koppens from Pexels The overwhelming majority of freelancers work from home – and when you do, it can be really difficult to switch into ‘office’ mode – especially when your office dress code is quite relaxed about sweatpants… Fortunately, there are tried and tested tricks and tips that’ll help you […]
Continue readingTransitioning from Employee to Freelancer: How to Work on Your Own
Startup freelancer image via Pixabay Working on your own might sound like a simple idea; you take all of your best habits from your time being employed and make them happen in the comfort of your own home, right? Well, as many of the most successful freelancers will tell you – it’s often not quite […]
Continue readingBest Buy Launches Photography Workshops Program
For years Best Buy has been known as a major hub for all things tech, including photography and imaging. With the consumer focus shifting to eCommerce and mobile commerce, it is becoming increasingly harder for brick-and-mortar locations to remain relevant and helpful to customers. In an effort to offer more for photographers, new and intermediate […]
Continue readingFreelancer Psychology – How to Keep a Level Head and Avoid Burnout
Cover photo credit of tired worker via RawPixel Freelancing can take its toll on your mental well-being. That might sound dramatic and, if you’re just starting out, perhaps a little unrealistic – after all, isn’t stress-reduction a given if you take a boss, fixed working hours and a dull commute out of the equation? Unfortunately, […]
Continue reading10 Great Blogs About Freelancing and Business for Freelancers
Running a freelance business is hard. Starting out, things like accounting, invoicing, customer support management, and other administrative tasks can seem pretty daunting. At least they did for me. However; after taking the time to read up on the business side of freelancing, it got a little easier. The good news is, there is an […]
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