Every freelance professional, at one time or another, has been asked to work for free. Ask any freelancer, in any sector, and they will have a story to tell about a prospect who considered payment as optional. Which begs the question, is it ever a good idea for a freelancer to work for free? Whether […]
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What do you picture when you think of a great conversationalist? You might imagine a popular person at a dinner party engaging delighted guests in fast flowing conversation. But there’s a lot more scope to it than that. Great conversation is not just important for brunches and soirees, it’s also essential for successful business growth, […]
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Are you desperate to create your own side hustle but out of ideas when it comes to what to do exactly? When money is tight or if you have dreams of setting up your own business, creating a side hustle can help you reach your goals. As we mentioned in last week’s article, a side […]
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As an entrepreneur, you know time is tight. You have to market your business but when there are a thousand and one things to do, marketing can sometimes become a struggle. This is especially the case when it comes to content creation, such as blogging. You can hire out the content writing but often you […]
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As a freelancer or entrepreneur, it’s tempting to think your trailblazing ways are independent of other peoples’ opinions. Yet despite your independent career path, it can be very difficult to stop caring what other people think of your business dream. Whether it’s family, friends, contacts on social media, or even a complete stranger, there are […]
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The world is your oyster, so the saying goes. And this is no less the case when it comes to freelancing, especially if you work predominantly online. There’s potentially a whole world of clients willing to pay for your skills and expertise. Yet is working with freelance clients internationally something you should consider or something […]
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Money anxiety is one of the biggest stressors freelancers face. With the unpredictable nature of freelancing – including its feast and famine cycles – it’s no wonder money fears are prevalent. Numerous recent surveys have found that money is the biggest source of stress for Americans. For example, a survey by Northwestern Mutual discovered money […]
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A great way for freelancers to create a recurring income stream is through the use of a retainer contract, especially a high-value one. A retainer is an agreement with a client whereby they pay the freelancer a set fee each month for ongoing work. The primary benefit for you, the freelancer, is a sense of […]
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You need the best talent for your startup, and it might just come in the form of a freelancer. Investing in human capital can enable a new business to scale quickly and meet the demands of both customers and investors. However, hiring employees is expensive and can involve a steep learning curve. This is especially […]
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Building a startup business is a risky business. Statistics on startup success make pretty dire reading, right across the board. According to one study of over 1,100 tech companies, only 15% managed to raise a fourth round of funding (Series C). Approximately 67% of companies either died or had to rely on self-sustaining solutions. Reasons […]
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Successful investors say “no” to the vast majority of startups who approach their offices. It’s inevitable. A venture capitalist (VC) can only work with so many companies at any one time. With potentially hundreds of pitches being received every year, it takes something truly special to catch their eye. The dream of any investor is […]
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One of the most difficult things you can do in life is to build a new business from scratch. As any startup founder will know, creating a new company from the ground up is a Herculean task. It requires long hours, huge amounts of energy, intense focus, and the ability to frequently step far outside […]
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Being an entrepreneur is all about making big decisions. Your success depends on making the right choices, at the right times. One of the most important decisions you’ll make when forming a startup is who your co-founder (or co-founders) will be. In many ways, choosing your startup co-founder is on a par with choosing your […]
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“Where are they?” This is a common question for freelancers and solopreneurs when working with clients. It’s not uncommon for even the best client to go missing in action occasionally. You’re left wondering what to do next. Do you call? Do you email? When a client ignores you, it’s difficult to maintain a smooth workflow. […]
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To be a successful freelancer, you also need to be a strong marketer. Like it or not, marketing and selling are essential components of building a thriving freelancing business. You can hire people to create content and carry out marketing strategies, or, you can do it yourself. If you go the DIY route, then it’s […]
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Starting up a freelancing business when fresh out of college is an exciting adventure. You’re freed from the long hours and intense focus of studies and exams. Now it’s time to shine, to earn a lot of money, to shape your destiny, and to create a thriving freelance business. Except, there’s a problem. Without a […]
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When it comes to building a thriving freelancing career, your health and happiness are perhaps the most important factors determining long-term success. You can have all the best marketing strategies and sales tactics at your disposal but if you fail to maintain good health and mental wellbeing, your work will suffer. As a freelancer, you […]
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Many freelancers fail within their first year of business. In most cases, this is because they haven’t developed a freelance business strategy. Without a coherent plan of action, it’s all too easy to be distracted by shiny objects or to fall into a rut. Freelancing is such an attractive proposition. You work for yourself and […]
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It’s becoming ever more important for freelancers to embrace innovation. There are no two ways about it. With so many freelance professionals, competition is fierce and the need to stand out is increasingly imperative. This is the same regardless of which freelancing sector you’re in. According to employment statistics, there are over 62 million freelancers […]
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As a new freelancer, you could be forgiven for thinking most big business management strategies don’t apply to your line of work. After all, you work solo and usually from home, and you certainly don’t have a big organization to lead. So how on earth can the management strategies employed by big companies benefit your […]
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