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Ditch “freelancer guilt” because no one cares but you
If you are falling back into old 9 to 5 working patterns then it's time to ask yourself: why?
Ah, the freelancer's life. Free from the shackles of the office, beholden only to deadlines and the ever-present hum of self-doubt. But with…
What’s your procrastination type?
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A guide to the many types of procrastination and how not to let yours cripple your freelance business
As a freelancer, you're your own boss. You set your own hours, choose your own projects, and are ultimately responsible for…
The “look” that pays: why freelancers with glasses (and sometimes beards) get more gigs…
In a digital age where resumes pile up in virtual inboxes, a new Harvard Business School study finds a surprising advantage for freelancers: wearing glasses
Researchers from Harvard Business School and the University of Southern…
Are you aware of these freelance scams?
The New Year is upon us and many freelancers will be looking to land new clients. Whether you have been working independently for years or through a freelance jobs platform we highlight some tips to avoid becoming a victim of freelance…
Freelancers, we rode the Hot Mess Express in 2023. Now it’s time to hop on the Second Chance…
Before you dive headfirst into 2024 with sour grapes, here's how to carry out a freelancer "year in "review". Something careers Tedx Talk guru Helen Tupper suggests could do us all a world of good
From squeezing every pound in the…
How to Make It as a Freelance Stylist
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Stylists are often the masterminds behind those breathtaking editorial spreads and celebrity looks. However, the world of fashion is a competitive field, and it takes more than just good taste to make it.
Budding stylists can…
Contractor to captivator: how to shift to IT training
There may come a time when some IT professionals may yearn for a different kind of challenge and fulfilment. For these individuals, the path of a freelance IT trainer can offer a rewarding and impactful career shift. But it's not as easy…
Ditch the time wasters: how to discover what makes you tick as a freelancer and relaunch your…
With the new year upon us, it is an opportune time to discover what you are really good at as a freelancer so you can drop the tasks or projects that could be holding you back. Here we outline a step-by-step plan to rediscover what you are…
Food as Medicine: the next big freelance opportunity
The "food is medicine" movement is a growing recognition that nutrition plays a crucial role in preventing, managing, and even treating a wide range of chronic diseases. It advocates for integrating nutrition counselling and food-based…
DevTernity: the gender gap at this tech event was so bad the organisers created fake female speakers
Tech Executives Drop Out of DevTernity Conference After Fake Speakers Revealed
Tech executives at Microsoft and Amazon have withdrawn from an upcoming DevTernity software conference after it was discovered that at least one of the…