For knowledge workers like digital marketers the employment picture has changed radically and possibly for the better. Constantine von Hoffman on October 23, 2023 Digital marketing and its technology aren’t the only things that have been transformed in the past three and three-quarter years. Digital marketers are now in an employment environment radically different from … Continue reading Marketing is hiring more freelancers. Should one of them be you?
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Exploitative freelance jobs are on the rise. Here’s what you need to know
By Haley Harrison May 17, 2023 It’s no secret that freelancers are a huge asset to businesses. In fact, 78% of companies reported that they are inclined to fill staffing gaps with freelancers in 2023. At best, it’s a mutually beneficial relationship that has long existed in the workforce. What freelancers are increasingly coming … Continue reading Exploitative freelance jobs are on the rise. Here’s what you need to know
How to Choose the Right Technology for Your Freelance Writing Business
Chris Bibey September 30, 2021 The freelance writing industry has come a long way over the past 10 to 15 years. For example, when I launched my career in 2007, I faced challenges such as: A lack of technology for communicating with clients and managing my business Sending query letters via snail mail Accepting the … Continue reading How to Choose the Right Technology for Your Freelance Writing Business
Why Social Proof Can Determine Your Success as a Freelancer
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
Top Earning Freelance Jobs in 2021 You Need To Know About
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
How to Spot a Bad Client as a Freelancer: 8 Red Flags to Watch For
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
A Dull, Simple, Easy System For Freelancers To Stay Focused Each Day
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
9 Questions Freelancers Should Ask Potential Clients (And 3 To Avoid At All Costs)
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)
Why All Freelancers Should Charge Late Fees In Their Contracts
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
The 9 Most Important Freelance Contract Clauses that Keep You Protected and Paid on Time
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