As a self-employed freelancer, being paid on time is imperative if you’re to pay your bills when you’re supposed to. Of course, this doesn’t always happen – which can be frustrating to say the least.
How do you respond to a late payment, though? Is it just par for the course, or do you have the right to be annoyed?
Well, the government’s stance is pretty clear, with the Fair Payment Code having been introduced to try and combat this exact issue. Read More
It’s no secret that freelance work can be unpredictable, and especially if there are certain times of the year when your business tends to grind to a halt – like during the sleepy summer months.
Thankfully, seasonal work can be a great option, affording you the opportunity to earn additional income and gain experience during this dreaded ‘summer slowdown. Read More
We all know freelance work can be unpredictable in nature (to say the least), so it’s fair to assume there’ll be times when there isn’t a whole lot of work to go around. Most notably during the summer months, when your clients are burning on a beach somewhere and you’re left waiting by the phone.
Fear not, though, as there are a number of things you can do to survive – and even thrive – during this so-called ‘summer slowdown’. Read More
We all know that freelance work can be unpredictable in nature (to say the least), and so it’s fair to assume there’ll be times when there isn’t a whole lot of work to go around. Like those long summer months when most of your clients are burning on a beach somewhere, while you wait by the phone.
These dry spells can be frustrating – but there is a possible solution you might want to consider if you haven’t already: seasonal employment. As with anything in life, it’s not perfect, but it might just be the answer to your prayers. Let’s break down the pros and cons. Read More
It might be nice to have a crystal ball sometimes, but until that particular type of tech comes around, there are more practical ways to keep an eye on the financial health of your business. In short, it’s all down to the data that you capture, and what you do with it. Read More
