Life can be chaotic as a freelancer with production work, finances, marketing and customer service all competing for our time. A weekly or monthly review can help us stay on track.
Category: Freelance processes
The Friday Habit: Setting aside time to work ‘on’ your freelance business
If you set aside Fridays to work on developing your freelance business, what would you spend the time doing?
The ethics of ‘faking it until you make it’
Many sources encourage us to ‘fake it until we make it’ in a new career path. If they’re selling coaching/ebooks or ‘growth hacking’ their social media this kind of advice is especially common. There are some ethical issues around this attitude though – both for the freelancer and their clients. For the freelancer… Committing to … Continue reading “The ethics of ‘faking it until you make it’”
Daily routine and how it can help your freelance career
Read on to find out the benefits of having a daily routine, rather than winging it. I’m not a morning person. Every day I have to coax, persuade or downright trick myself out of bed to start the day. Whether it’s good coffee, bacon or an hour of gaming before I start work I sometimes … Continue reading “Daily routine and how it can help your freelance career”
Contracts for freelancers, associates or subcontractors
There’s much to be thankful for as a freelancer, with all the freedoms and flexibility your status provides, but sometimes it’s easy to get carried away by this new found autonomy and forget to ensure that your contractual back is covered. Here’s our three top tips to ensure you stay protected and keep enjoying your … Continue reading “Contracts for freelancers, associates or subcontractors”