Freelance Tips

As a freelancer, you get to be your own boss. You’re responsible for every aspect of your business – which is both exciting and daunting! Our blog is here to help. It's packed full of handy hints on all aspects of running a successful freelance business, from writing a business plan to determining your marketing strategies, managing your finances, finding clients, and more!

  • Freelance Green Flags: 5 Signs You’ve Found a Good Client

    Freelance Green Flags: 5 Signs You’ve Found a Good Client

    Freelance Green Flags: 5 Signs You’ve Found a Good Client

    Feb 10, 2023

    • Clients
    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips
    • Professional Tips

    A significant part of freelance work is finding and maintaining clients. But it’s not enough to simply find clients – you want to find good clients. To get the best clients, it’s important to know what to look for. Keep reading to learn the five green flags that indicate you’ve found a good client. 1. […]

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  • Freelance Red Flags: How to Deal with a Difficult Client

    Freelance Red Flags: How to Deal with a Difficult Client

    Freelance Red Flags: How to Deal with a Difficult Client

    Feb 08, 2023

    • Clients
    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips
    • Professional Tips

    There are a lot of benefits to freelance work, like a flexible schedule and the ability to work remotely. However, there are also some drawbacks, such as dealing with difficult clients. And while most clients you work with will be professional and have reasonable expectations, you may occasionally find yourself dealing with a more challenging […]

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  • Why You Need a Privacy Policy as a Freelancer (and How to Write One)

    Why You Need a Privacy Policy as a Freelancer (and How to Write One)

    Feb 03, 2023

    • Business Tips
    • Freelance Tips
    • Professional Tips

    If you’re a new freelancer starting your own business, you may not have considered creating a privacy policy yet. However, no matter how many clients you have, a privacy policy is required by law in many countries. If you’re unsure of how to create one (or what exactly it is), read on to learn more. […]

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  • How to Make More Money as a Freelancer

    How to Make More Money as a Freelancer

    Feb 01, 2023

    • Business Tips
    • Finance Tips
    • Freelance Tips

    Freelancing can be a flexible side hustle or a fulfilling full-time career. But the nature of freelancing means you might be making less money than you could be. In this blog post, we explain how you can boost your freelance income by: Read on to find out how you can make more money as a […]

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  • How to Use the Pomodoro Technique as a Freelancer

    How to Use the Pomodoro Technique as a Freelancer

    Jan 29, 2023

    • Freelance Tips
    • Lifestyle Tips
    • Organisation and Productivity

    While it’s always beneficial to be productive at work, it’s especially important as a freelancer, as your income often depends on how many projects you can take on.  The Pomodoro technique is a popular time management system designed to increase focus and productivity while completing work-related tasks. Read on to learn more about it and […]

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  • How to Spring Clean Your Freelance Business

    How to Spring Clean Your Freelance Business

    Jan 27, 2023

    • Business Tips
    • Freelance Tips
    • Organisation and Productivity

    This time of year, you might be thinking about spring cleaning your home. And if you’re a freelancer, now’s a good time to consider sprucing up your business too! In this post, we talk you through five steps to spring clean your freelance business: Keep reading to discover these points in detail. 1. Refresh Your […]

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    Why Should You Take an Online Proofreading Course?

    Jan 22, 2023

    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Online Learning
    • Skills And Experience

    Online learning (or e-learning) is an increasingly popular way to gain new skills. You can now find online courses on almost any subject, including proofreading and editing. In this blog post, we’ll look at how an online proofreading course can benefit people at all stages of their proofreading career – from those who have never […]

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  • What Is a Freelance Retainer Agreement?

    What Is a Freelance Retainer Agreement?

    Jan 20, 2023

    • Business Tips
    • Finance Tips
    • Freelance Tips
    • Professional Tips

    One of the toughest challenges of freelance work is fluctuating monthly income, especially since bills and expenses tend to stay the same year round. While most freelance work is project-based, building solid relationships with clients helps ensure recurring work.  In addition, some freelancers can secure retainer agreements. A freelance retainer agreement means that a client […]

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  • Digital Declutter: 7 Satisfying Ways to Tidy Your Digital Workspace

    Digital Declutter: 7 Satisfying Ways to Tidy Your Digital Workspace

    Digital Declutter: 7 Satisfying Ways to Tidy Your Digital Workspace

    Jan 18, 2023

    • Business Tips
    • Freelance Tips
    • Lifestyle Tips

    If you’re a freelancer, you probably manage an endless stream of files and emails from various clients. So it’s important to make time to carry out a regular “digital declutter” so that you can work more efficiently and easily find the information you need. And, just like cleaning out your desk drawers, it can be […]

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  • Ways Kanban Boards Can Help You Grow Your Freelance Business

    3 Ways Kanban Boards Can Help You Grow Your Freelance Business

    3 Ways Kanban Boards Can Help You Grow Your Freelance Business

    Jan 15, 2023

    • Business Tips
    • Freelance Tips
    • Organisation and Productivity

    Although most people think of Kanban boards as a collaborative tool for teams, they can also be useful for freelancers working on their own. In this post, we’ll discuss how you can use Kanban boards to grow your freelance business. What Is a Kanban Board? Kanban boards are a type of visual project management tool. […]

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