As freelancers we have to sell ourselves and our services to potential clients. Possibly due to shady tactics and high pressure sales from other people and companies (looking at you, car dealers), it’s easy to feel bad about ‘selling’. There’s no need however as it’s possible to sell yourself without any need to mislead or … Continue reading “Sales Tips For Freelancers”
Tech security tips for freelancers and digital nomads
While working remotely from Thailand, Bali, Gran Canaria and Lisbon I have seen a worrying lack of security awareness in fellow nomads. We’re responsible for not only our own data and passwords but also client related files and passwords so a security breach would be more significant than a tourist losing their phone. This is … Continue reading “Tech security tips for freelancers and digital nomads”
Nick speaks about remote working at Creatives’ Club in Nottingham
The owner of Freelance Freedom, Nick Hayward, spoke about his remote working experiences at Creatives’ Club this week. The event is organised by The Big House, an organisation that offers business support, events, grants and professional advice for creative and digital businesses in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. The event was expertly organised by Tamily Cookson events … Continue reading “Nick speaks about remote working at Creatives’ Club in Nottingham”
Digital nomad tips: Lisbon
I spent a month in Portugal in July 2017, here are my Lisbon digital nomad tips including travel, accommodation, cafes and co-working spaces. Travel TAP were great – good price, fresh looking plane and a free inflight snack. Sketchy landing at Lisbon due to crosswinds! The Metro is cheap and easy, the red line runs … Continue reading “Digital nomad tips: Lisbon”
Freelancer Interview: Ben Lumley, Commercial Sports Photographer
This week’s freelancer interview is with photographer Ben Lumley. Ben makes some great points about providing value and working from home – read on to find out more. Who are you and what do you do? I’m Ben and I’m a Commercial Sports Photographer. That basically means I work with brands and athletes to capture … Continue reading “Freelancer Interview: Ben Lumley, Commercial Sports Photographer”