As a freelancer, carrying out the actual work is only half the battle – you’ve got to be able to win the work first. That’s why honing your pitching skills and adapting them to different situations is so important. Sending an email to introduce yourself needs a completely different approach to how you pitch for work on a freelance talent site. Read More
The world of business is ever-changing, and with gig working it is not unusual for people to own several limited companies, be partners in a partnership, and do self-employed work as well. Read More
Since the COVID pandemic, working from home has become significantly more commonplace. Read More
Being a business owner isn’t easy and understanding what expenses you can claim is no mean feat either. Add life as a mobile business into the mix, and things can feel even more complicated. Read More
You don’t need us to tell you that good credit is like gold dust when it comes to starting and growing a business. Read More
Freelance work doesn’t always drop out of the sky into your lap. In fact, until you establish yourself to a point that some work comes in through word-of-mouth recommendations, it can be pretty tough going. As well as the usual jobs boards and freelancer sites, more and more freelancers turn to agencies to help them find work. So how does that work? Read More
The working world has changed drastically over the last few years, with the days of job-for-life, 9-5 factory workers long gone. You are more likely to find freelancers working from coffee shops, part-time delivery drivers cycling along the road, or contractors who operate as their own limited company. Read More
The quick answer? No, your employer won’t automatically find out if you’re self-employed. In this day and age, having a side hustle is becoming pretty commonplace. Supplementing a salary with a second (or even third) source of income is a great way to expand your skills offering and of course, bump up your bank balance. It’s a great way to earn some extra cash, grow your network, indulge in your passions and continue to diversify your talents. Read More
The freelancing life can sometimes be a lonely one. If you’re working from a home office or moving around client sites it’s a way of life which does need you to be the one to motivate yourself. Read More
When it comes to sending invoices to your clients and customers, making sure you’ve included all of the necessary information is vital. Not only does this simplify the process on both ends and reduce the risk of any unnecessary complications (such as late payments), it’s also essential for best-practice accounting. Read More
