Emmanuel Soroba June 3, 2021 Source: Shutterstock Social proof is the idea that humans subconsciously copy each other. It is ingrained deep in our DNA. We are so reliant on it because it makes it easier to make decisions all while looking fashionable and in line with society’s standards. We’ll often take interest in similar … Continue reading Why Social Proof Can Determine Your Success as a Freelancer
Stefan Palios February 12, 2021 The only good thing the COVID-19 pandemic brought is the introduction of flexibility in the traditional workspace. The pandemic forced companies, small and large, to adopt remote work, simultaneously giving rise to freelance jobs. According to a recent report, there was a 22% increase in freelance earnings in 2020 compared … Continue reading Top Earning Freelance Jobs in 2021 You Need To Know About
Stefan Palios February 11, 2021 Bad clients are expensive. It’s weird to think about, since the whole point of a client is that they pay you, not the other way around. But a bad client actually costs you money. This article is about how to avoid those – and how to spot a bad client … Continue reading How to Spot a Bad Client as a Freelancer: 8 Red Flags to Watch For
Stefan Palios February 3, 2021 Staying focused as a freelancer is tough. The only constant in your life is change. Even with ongoing clients, you’ll rarely have two identical days. Then you realize perhaps the most daunting thing of all: as a freelancer, you are every role. You’re the CEO, head of sales, head of … Continue reading A Dull, Simple, Easy System For Freelancers To Stay Focused Each Day
Stefan Palios January 25, 2021 Finding success as a freelancer is all about the questions you ask. This is especially true for the questions freelancers should ask potential clients on sales calls. Asking the questions during the sales process will help you identify if the project is right for you, scope the project more accurately, … Continue reading 9 Questions Freelancers Should Ask Potential Clients (And 3 To Avoid At All Costs)
Stefan Palios January 13, 2021 As we jump into the new year – and more people jump into freelancing – there are a lot of questions. One big one: should freelancers charge late fees? I’ve been freelancing for half a decade now, and have struggled with this question from day one. In this article, I’m … Continue reading Why All Freelancers Should Charge Late Fees In Their Contracts
Stefan Palios November 21, 2020 There’s nothing worse than relying on emails, phone calls, and hope when it comes to delivering work and getting paid as a freelancer. Not only does this spike anxiety (a key pitfall for freelancers), it also creates potential legal and client service issues. When you close a new client and … Continue reading The 9 Most Important Freelance Contract Clauses that Keep You Protected and Paid on Time
Stefan Palios November 5, 2020 The pandemic has been good for freelancers. As weird as it sounds, businesses need to get things done no matter what, and freelancers typically mean less risk (even if the upfront cost is a bit higher in some cases). And the freelance industry is only growing, with predictions saying a … Continue reading 53% of People Predict More Demand For Freelancing. But How Do You Find Clients?
Choncé Maddox — May 27, 2020 Right now is a popular time to panic as stocks go up and down and people are finding themselves with even less job security – including freelancers. As a freelancer, your client’s success heavily affects your success. If your client is not making money or doesn’t have the cash … Continue reading How to Recession-Proof Your Freelancing Business
Choncé Maddox — May 22, 2020 Let’s face it, some freelancers often worry about how and whether they’ll get paid. This isn’t anything new and according to a report from Freelancer’s Union and Upwork, over 56 million Americans did freelance work in 2018. Not getting paid or getting paid late is a huge issue that … Continue reading How Freelancers Can Never Worry About Getting Paid on Time Again
