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13 Sites with Beginner Freelance Writing Jobs in 2023

May 25, 2023

Freelance writing jobs for beginners are easier to find right now than ever before. It used to be that if you were looking for entry-level freelance writing jobs you had to hunt through thousands of c...

How to Start a Graphic Design Business in 10 Steps

May 23, 2023

Starting a graphic design business can be an exhilarating and exciting adventure whether you’re hoping to work for yourself full-time or just make a little extra money from an on-the-side design bus...

Invoice Home Review: Why (or Why Not) to Use It in 2023

May 03, 2023

Invoice Home is a freelance invoice tool that helps you create invoices using over 100 templates and get paid as a freelancer. In this Invoice Home review, I’ll explore the overall ease-of-use, desi...

Hello Bonsai Review: Still Good for Freelancers in 2023?

May 02, 2023

Hello Bonsai bills itself as an all-in-one freelancing solution for the world’s best creative freelancers (actually, their name is simply Bonsai, but their website is HelloBonsai.com). But with ...

The 7 Best Client Management Software (CMS) in 2023

May 02, 2023

You need client management software no matter what size your business is. That’s because, from small to large companies, your business will rise or fall based on the relationship with your clien...

FreshBooks vs QuickBooks: Which is Better in 2023?

Apr 28, 2023

If you’re having trouble deciding on FreshBooks vs QuickBooks, this in-depth guide is for you. We’ll explore the pricing, features, and other factors you’ll want to consider when deb...

The 7 Best Accounting Software for Freelancers in 2023

Apr 27, 2023

Getting your money organized using accounting software can take your freelance business from a hobby or side-hustle to a full-fledged business. After all, if you’re not paying attention to your fina...

The 9 Best Invoicing Software for Freelancers in 2023

Apr 27, 2023

Invoicing software can make your freelance business run much more smoothly—ensuring your clients get invoiced regularly and you get paid for the work you’ve completed. When I first started fre...

How to Write a Discount Offer Email + 3 Copy/Paste Templates

Mar 06, 2023

Giving discounts to clients or customers via email can be a great marketing strategy to spark a little energy into your business and drive sales for the month. But writing an email for giving discount...

Freelance Statistics Show Freelancers are Happier & Wealthier

Jan 19, 2023

Freelance statistics have shown a dramatic shift following the global shakeup caused by Covid-19. There are a few reasons for this sudden shift—most of which you’ll understand as you dive into the...

8 Free Graphic Design Invoice Templates and Examples to Inspire You

Jan 01, 2023

As a designer, your graphic design invoice can say a lot about you and your small business. Not to mention, your graphic design invoice can impact when and how you get paid as a freelancer or creative...

11 Profitable Side Jobs You Can Start in One Day

Nov 08, 2022

Side jobs have quickly become one of the most popular ways for people to supplement their day-job income, escape a poor life situation, or add a little to their savings. In fact, over 45 million peopl...

8 Client Communication Skills to Grow Your Business Fast

Jul 20, 2022

Client communication is one of the most important ways to grow your service-based business. That’s because good client communication leads to happier clients. And happier clients means more referral...

Clientjoy Review: A Good Choice for Freelancers in 2023?

Aug 17, 2021

Clientjoy bills itself as a sales CRM for freelancers and agencies. But with so many CRM options for freelancers, you might find yourself asking: which one is the best for me and how do I pick the bes...

How to Find Your Freelance Niche (5 Questions to Ask Yourself)

Jul 06, 2021

Finding your freelance niche can be an important step in growing your freelance business. There’s a reason the phrase “The Riches are in the Niches” has become almost cliché when it comes to mo...

8 Client Communication Skills to Grow Your Business Fast

Jul 05, 2021

Client communication is one of the most important ways to grow your service-based business. That’s because good client communication leads to happier clients. And happier clients means more referral...

9 Steps to Go from Freelancer to Agency (Based on Experience)

Jun 11, 2021

To go from freelancer to agency is a big step. Along with the change come lots of new and exciting challenges as well as a huge potential for revenue increase. But money’s not the only reason to go ...

Client Video Calls: How to Decline the Worst & Enjoy the Rest

May 11, 2021

In a world where more people are working from home than ever, avoiding video calls with clients who want to “hop on a quick Zoom” is getting harder and harder. Not only that, but if you work with ...

Freelancer Invoicing 101: How to Create an Invoice & Get Paid

Apr 09, 2021

Running my own small business, I work with freelancers and contractors all the time. And I’m constantly shocked at how many new freelancers don’t understand freelancer invoicing basics, like how t...

9 Passive Income Ideas for Designers Who Need More Cash in 2023

Mar 22, 2021

Passive income, for designers who are willing to put in the work, can make business extremely exciting. Imagine not having to figure out how to get graphic design clients over and over again every mon...

Forget about goals this year—here’s what works much better

Jan 04, 2021

It’s January, which means everyone’s going crazy about setting goals for the year. Whether you’re clipping along nicely with your goals or still trying to figure out exactly what you want to do ...

44 Perfect Gifts for Creative People (Fun Ideas + Tips)

Nov 19, 2020

Gifts for creative people seem to have a bit more pressure attached to them, don’t they? Because it’s always those same creative people who seem to have the absolute best gift ideas for the rest o...

How to Build a Financial Runway & Scale Your Freelance Business

Oct 14, 2020

The longer I build Millo as a place to help freelancers (I’ve been at it for 10+ years, btw), the more I realize we freelancers can benefit a lot from studying the startup world. Of course, you know...

128 Real-Life Freelance Business Names to Inspire You

Sep 08, 2020

Freelance business names can be hard to decide on. Should you use your own name? Should you create a brand-new name to freelance under? How can you know if a freelance business name is already taken? ...