Lessons learned from Canada: Will Sunak incentivise self-employment, or discourage it?
OPINION
Canada's rate of self-employment is sliding and that's bad news for the Canadian economy. We see a similar trend happening in the UK. Will the UK's Conservative Party do anything to make an impact?
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Are your day rates on par with other freelancers?
UK freelancers surveyed by freelance jobs platform YunoJuno saw an average increase in day rates of around 10% in 2023, with the average freelancer earning £375 per day. Yet there are huge gaps in pay within the same industry, the survey!-->…
Boost your freelance day rate by more than £500 by training to become a data analyst in 6 months
If you want to transition your existing industry knowledge to earn more income as a freelancer then consider adding data analysis to your services. In this report, we highlight the data analysis skills and knowledge that are most in demand!-->…
This coworking network has been a lifeline for freelancers and founders
We look at The Devon Work Hubs network, a group of 24 coworking spaces across Devon to see why freelancers and small business owners call them a lifeline
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How to save time and attract more clients in a weekend: package your freelance services
Creating packages for your freelance services is a great way to save time, earn more money, and make it easier for clients to understand what you offer. We show you how to get started on creating your own packages along with a few examples!-->…
Scientists say we shouldn’t work an 8-hour day
OPINION
Is it possible for a deadline-dependent freelancer to work less than 8 hours per day and pay the bills?
I came across an article the other day that questioned the validity of the 8-hour workday. The premise of the article was!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Why freelancers must reverse engineer their retirement plans and longevity
A study has found that two in three freelancers do not know the age they can afford to retire. We look at how freelancers can reverse-engineer their retirement plans and longevity to get the most out of their "golden years"
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Freelancer voices have gone unheard for 70 years says freelance cultural worker. Is this the…
SPECIAL REPORT: ARTS & CULTURE IN BRITAIN
On the 50th anniversary of Pablo Picasso's death, we reflect on the importance of art and culture in society and the central role freelancers have always played in the economy. But for many!-->!-->!-->…
HMRC’s New Rule for Freelancer Platforms and Side Hustles: What You Need to Know
This article was updated on 27.11.2023
For anyone with a side hustle, whether that's making extra income from Airbnb, getting assignments through a freelancer jobs platform or selling items on Ebay, HMRC will have more data on your!-->!-->!-->…
Playing a musical instrument could make you a more successful freelancer
Could playing a musical instrument bring out the best in you? It has for some. We look at the many benefits that music and learning a musical instrument can have on a freelancer's mindset
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