How do I communicate to a client that their demands and manners are unacceptable?
A writer asks The Freelance Informer what to do in a tricky situation and we offer our suggestions to make your concerns heard in a professional way including an email template
As a freelancer, you may sometimes encounter clients who…
Freelancing on a platform vs. independent
There are two main ways to freelance: you can either work on a platform or be truly independent. We highlight the pros and cons of both to help you decide
Platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, Toptal and Yuno Juno allow freelancers to connect…
How to create an optimal morning routine
In this guide, we highlight step by step how you can formulate a morning routine that's just right for you. Plus some inspiration from some of the world's most successful people
How your morning goes can set the tone for the rest of the…
Could AI become obsolete in just a matter of years?
AI's bottleneck isn't about tech, but something else. Katherine Steiner-Dicks reports
When it comes to reading comprehension, speech recognition and image identification, artificial intelligence (AI) or more specifically language models…
IT contractors and AI: Do your communication and problem-solving skills need a reboot?
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, IT contractors are facing new challenges and expectations. Human expectations. To be successful in this changing landscape, IT contractors will be wise to develop strong communication…
How freelancers can get paid to travel the world
The dream of many people is to travel the world and experience different cultures. But for most people, this dream is just that - a dream. However, there are a number of legitimate ways that remote workers and freelancers can get paid to…
Could you be a freelancer with undiagnosed ADHD?
What are the behaviour patterns of ADHD in adulthood? Would you be able to spot them? Here we look at the gender-shared and gender-specific signs of ADHD. We also share expert tips and resources to help you overcome any behaviours that…
If freelancing was a soundtrack: song titles that best describe what it’s like to be a…
Manic days when you need to let your hair down at the end of the day are why songs like "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere," by Alan Jackson and Jimmy Buffett were written.
If you have been freelancing for some time or are new to it, you will…
One in three homeowners needs £1000 more a month to afford mortgages. How can freelancers bring in…
A recruitment specialist reveals that more candidates are coming to market to find new clients to accommodate for higher mortgage payments. As more freelancers struggle to make ends meet we offer a list of ideas to help them bring in more…
Between projects? Here’s how freelancers can make the most of their time off and come back…
When you are working between projects or looking for new clients, could you be using that time more effectively to advance your career? We look at ways that freelancers can make the most of their time off between projects to boost their…