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Aspiring heritage entrepreneurs: here’s how to turn your traditions into a profitable tourism…
Turn family and local traditions into profitable tourism businesses with UK Living Heritage recognition. We suggest several business models that align particularly well with Living Heritage recognition, each offering different revenue…
Who’s hiring? These unicorns are
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Many UK-based AI agent companies, particularly those that have reached unicorn status or are on their way, are actively hiring, and not just in the UK. Here are over 300 job openings The Freelance Informer…
Hottest new in-demand freelance role: The Go-to-Market Engineer
A new, high-impact role is emerging in the startup scene. Blending technical skills with business strategy, the go-to-market engineer is a game-changer for companies and a huge opportunity for freelancers. But what skills and experience do…
Microsoft laid off 9,000 workers to fund AI. Now that talent could use AI to outplay Microsoft
When one Microsoft executive told laid-off workers to use ChatGPT for "emotional support," they accidentally handed those ex-employees the perfect weapon: revenge. With tech layoffs mounting up, we could be entering an era of "Revenge of…
Half of small businesses want to hire freelancers. Here’s how freelancers can win their business
Some 900,000 new small businesses launched in the UK in 2023. The good news is over half (53%) of them are looking to hire on a contractor or freelance basis, according to a new survey by 1st Formations.
While this is promising, there…
Freelancing for a startup? Here’s how to manage your expectations and navigate iffy…
Working for a startup can conjure up visions of dynamism and self-satisfaction as teams overcome challenges and break new ground. However, a recent Sifted article, "Almost two-thirds of startup employees say managers are unprepared to take…
15 holiday-themed side hustles that could jumpstart a seasonal business
The holidays are a great time to earn some extra money, but traditional retail jobs can be stressful and time-consuming. If you're looking for a unique and flexible way to earn extra cash, here are a few side hustle ideas you can start…
How thinking small saw founders make it big
A business that began from a mum assisting with her son’s school project, to over half a million units sold worldwide, is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary with the re-launch of its most popular product - Hot Stuff In A Matchbox. We…
How to create an app in a week
Conceptualising, building and selling an app in a week sounds like a crazy idea. But we thought we'd outline what would be involved if you tried to attempt it and no-code apps to make it easier.
Why do people use apps? To make their…
How to use ChatGPT’s API to start a business
If you are an app developer or a freelancer wanting to create a new digital knowledge-based business you might want to consider ChatGPT's API. There will be some costs involved, but relatively low for a startup.
The ChatGPT API and…