Do you need new clients if you have a demanding workload?
Freelancing Work HabitsI’m currently working on four different projects. Yes, don't be alarmed. I still eat, shower, read a book before going to sleep, and spend weekends on a road trip or outdoors. Did I also mention that I run a full household with my twin toddlers,…
Perks of being a stay-at-home mom/freelancer
Freelancing Work HabitsGeninna Ariton gives us a little insight into her day as a stay-at-home mom come, freelance writer.
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A kick on my arm, followed by faint cooing and then boisterous laughter. Hair pulling starts immediately. I know this won't stop until…
How to look after mental health and well-being
FreelancingBeing a freelancer is one of the best career options out there: You’re your own boss, you don’t have to commute, and there’s always an opportunity to earn more. However, it also has its own set of disadvantages. According to Epson's research,…
Capture the interest of a client with storytelling
Freelancing Marketing & PRFreelancers are always in search of a lead, attempting to attract attention from a potential client, trying to stand out from the crowd. There are many ways in which you can do this - hard sales, presenting an impressive portfolio of work, presenting…
Turn that frown upside down: how to make unhappy fans happy customers
Agency Life FreelancingAlex Bateman has a successful business. His business took off after a few years of struggle. His peers and contemporaries often asked him, what’s the secret of his success, he told them, “Customer is king”. What really worked for Alex…
What to do with yourself when you’re in between work projects
Freelancing Work HabitsI have recently experienced a drought in my workload. Life as a Freelancer includes dry work patches that come and go. However, there was a significant moment where I was short of work and my financial reserves were running low. But more than…
My work is worth…? How to pay yourself a salary when you are a freelancer
FreelancingWorking as a freelancer certainly requires a lot of time and effort. First of all, you should familiarise yourself with some tricks of the trade to help find new leads and attracting clients. After getting to grips with some of the basics, it’s…
7 Tips for freelancers to stand out in the gig economy
FreelancingIn this era where everyone wants to lead, nobody wants to follow. Most of the young minds wish to be the boss rather than a subordinate. This is how choosing to become a freelancer has become a more popular option. It’s an opportunity for…
5 Most valuable skills you need to acquire in order to succeed as a freelance writer
Copywriting Skills FreelancingThere has never been a better time for talented freelance writers. As the demand for quality content has exploded over the past decade due to the growth of the internet, companies are actively seeking professional creators in this field. Both…
SEO Translation: Can It Be a Reality or Is It Just a Myth?
Content & Strategy Freelancing SEOTo enter new markets and reach new audiences in the digital space, you need a professional content translation. However, for the internationalisation strategy to produce results in the form of conversion and sales, it is necessary to pay attention…
Set yourself for success with these skills as a freelancer in 2020
FreelancingBy the year 2022, the ratio of freelancers available for hire will increase by more than 50% in the United States. Presently, there are about half of the millenary involved in freelance marketing both for the full time or as a side hustle. However,…
5 simple ways a UX audit can help a freelancer’s website
FreelancingAs a freelancer, conducting a UX audit may be essential for improving your website. But what is a UX audit and how will you benefit from this? We gained some insider information from a professional UX designer who has kindly shared 5 pointers…