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Moxie App Review: I Tested it as a Freelancer—Here’s What I Think
Running a freelance business can be overwhelming. I should know. I’m a freelancer myself. But I’ve never been 100% sure how to get organized—not sure...

What to Do When a Client Doesn’t Pay & How to Prevent It
Knowing what to do when a client doesn’t pay can be a real challenge. When you work for a client, you give them your time,...

97 Habits of insanely profitable freelancers
If you want to be insanely profitable doing what you love then you need to find a happy balance between art and commerce. Basically, you...

How to Start Your Own Business in 2025
Small businesses are the cornerstone of the economy, both nationally and globally. There are literally millions of them, and new ventures are being launched every...
Does ROI Always Matter?
When growing your business, should you worry about getting a positive ROI on every penny you spend? It’s an interesting question for me while talking...

Side Jobs To Make Extra Money
Are you looking for ways to make some extra cash? There are many side jobs that you can start today and begin earning money right...
How to Keep Clients Engaged
Keeping clients engaged can mean great things for your bottom line, but how can you interact with clients regularly in a sustainable and effective way?...

7 Tips To Get Premium And Long-Term Upwork Clients
As the freelance industry becomes more competitive, landing long-term, premium clients on Upwork is what most people aim to achieve. In the US alone, this...

11 All-Time Best Podcasts For Freelancers (2025 Update)
Growing your freelance business on your own can be a real challenge. It’s an exciting challenge—and one worth the effort. But do you ever feel...

How to Ask For Testimonials From Your Freelance Clients
Instilling trust in new clients is the best way to achieve consistent growth as a freelancer. The start is the most challenging, but it shows...

12 Best Freelance Graphic Designer Websites to Find Gigs
Freelancing is a great way to make money working for companies of your choice at your own pre-set times. The downside of freelancing, however, is...

“Hectic App” Rebranded to “Moxie”
Here at Millo, we’ve been partnering closely for over two years with one of the best freelancing tools we’ve ever seen: Hectic. It’s far-and-away one...

How to Get Bookkeeping Clients as a Freelancer
Now that there are plenty of gig workers out there, it’s an important skill to learn how to get bookkeeping clients as a freelancer. About...

8 Mailchimp Alternatives For Better Email Marketing
Mailchimp has come to be one of the most popular email marketing platforms out there, but have you ever wondered about Mailchimp alternatives? Its large...

8 Best Quickbooks Alternatives in April 2025
I’ve seen QuickBooks dominate small business accounting for years, but it’s not the only game in town. Many entrepreneurs are looking for simpler, cheaper options...

Tired of working your life away? Here are some alternatives.
Work can be stressful for anyone, even if you love your job. Still, there are times when the situation can become nearly unbearable. What do...

Invoice Home Review: Why (or Why Not) to Use It in 2025
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...

5 Ways to Avoid Getting Cheated by Clients
Here’s an idea: people – including clients – are generally not bad, bitter, or overall evil. It’s just the circumstance that sometimes result in us...

These 3 Outreach Methods Landed me $7,000/month as a Freelancer
If you want to be a full-time freelancer, skill alone will not take you there. One thing I learned early on in my career is...

FreshBooks vs QuickBooks: Which is Better in 2025?
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...

5+ Freelancer Communities You Should Join Right Now
Recent years have shaken up the world of work, and there’s never been a better time to try something new. For freelancers and the freelance-curious,...

Setting Up Your Home Office for Optimal Health and Productivity: A Guide for Freelancers
Not to be dramatic, but it felt like my whole life changed when my family purchased a house two years ago and I finally had...
Privacy-First IoT Architecture with Built-In Data Minimization
The protection of user privacy has become a central priority in a world where connected devices permeate almost every aspect of daily life. All consumers,...

What Is Technical Writing & How Do I Get Started?
If you’re a freelance writer, and looking to expand your writing services, you could be looking into technical writing. But what is technical writing? And...