Here’s Why You Are An Overworked and Underpaid Freelancer
“Most reasons why people don’t pay us enough are our fault.” I couldn’t agree more! Actually, I recently wrote an article on the same topic. The good news is, if being underpaid is your fault then it’s...
View ArticleThis Often Ignored Idea Will Boost Your Will to Succeed
Long-term goals are are more easily forgotten and abandoned, because they are not urgent. If you are putting off tasks, plans and desires and procrastinate, then you’re sabotaging your chances to...
View ArticleHow I Created A Simple Pricing Process that Removed Stress and Boosted...
The worst part of a service based business for many freelancers – myself included – is writing proposals. It’s a real headache, especially when we offer different kind of services, for different kind...
View Article6 Ways to Improve Your Freelance Business Cards
Your business card – along with your website – tells people who you are. Actually, it reveals a lot about your personality and your professionalism. If you are a creative freelancer, it’s also a...
View Article11 Things That Stop You Being a Top 1% Creative Freelancer
This insightful article outlines the characteristics of those creatives who make an impact. You’ll actually read about what’s keeping you from being a successful and outstanding creative. And what it...
View ArticleDiscover Your Biorhythm Type and Use It to Work Smarter as A Freelancer!
One of the greatest things about freelancing is that I don’t have to wake up early in the morning. I never start working before 9 30 or 10 00 a.m. Whether you’re an early-riser or a night owl like...
View ArticleHow to Validate Your Freelance Business Idea
If you are one of those freelancers or entrepreneurs who have lots of ideas, but not enough time and money to spare, this post is written for you. You’ve probably heard of the Minimum Viable Product...
View ArticleLaunch by Jeff Walker: 5 Key Insights for Every Entrepreneur
Based on Jeff Walker’s book “Launch”, this post is full of precious lessons you can use to grow your business. I think you’ll find them all interesting, effective and easy to apply. 1. Your Email...
View ArticleHow Using Testimonials The Right Way Will Transform Your Freelance Business
Testimonials are one of the most powerful tools for attracting clients. There is however, a wrong and an appropriate and effective way to use them. Watch this video or read the post if you prefer, to...
View ArticleDo Freelance Designers Deserve Down-payments?
One of the most common problem designers face is unpaid work. They often complain about having done work for free, expecting to get paid later – something that never happened. The client disappeared....
View Article15 Tips to Automate Your Freelance Business Marketing
Even if you want to have a personal relationship with your clients, automating the process and filtering prospects will save you a lot of precious time. At the same time, analyzing results will show...
View Article3 Lessons For Freelancers Over 40
It’s never too late to start a freelance career. It may seem daunting having to compete with younger and fresh freelancers in certain aspects. At the same time, there are also some great advantages in...
View ArticleThe Science of How to Stay Focused: Psychology, Habits, and Chewing Gum
I think most of you will find this article useful. It’s really difficult to stay focused and stop multitasking, switching between 2 monitors and ten tabs open, while checking emails and Facebook...
View ArticleHow Being Like Everyone Else Keeps Your Freelance Rates Low
Every time you have a hard time to choose between 2 or 3 products or services, it’s because they’re not identical. Otherwise, you would have chosen the cheapest one. Being different and offering...
View ArticleHow to Price (Logo) Design Services _Video
In this really interesting video, brand strategist Chris Do shares his insights on how designers should go about pricing their services. I think all designers – and not just logo designers – will find...
View ArticleOver 65 Ways to Make Money as A Creative Freelancer
If you need some brainstorming on how to make (more) money doing what you love, you’ll like this post. You’re probably working already as a creative freelancer, but in case you need some ideas on...
View Article10 Rules for Making User-Friendly Forms for Your Freelance Website
It seems that most business owners (and their web developers) don’t put much effort in creating or customizing their website form. I rarely stumble upon a user-friendly and easy to fill web form. Not...
View ArticleHow to Pitch Agencies for Freelance Work (Here’s Exactly What We Want to Hear)
Who could give better advice on this than a creative agency owner? Reading this article you’ll know what your future boss, client or partner would like to hear and see. You’ll also find out the reasons...
View ArticleHow to Earn Publicity for Your Freelance Blog or Biz for FREE
If you rank high on Google, there’s much chance you appear on TV one day! Well, it’s not so easy but not as difficult as it seems either. This post written by a former TV reporter will give you some......
View ArticleWhy Freelance Clients Choose Someone Else
I always say – and write – that you have be a good psychologist if you want to become a successful freelancer and entrepreneur. Being a competent and talented professional is not enough. This...
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