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Is Freelancing Worth it in 2025? The Answer is Yes: Here’s Why
Jimmy RodriguezAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect the ways that we live and work, people are increasingly looking for new ways to make a living....
How to Become a Freelancer in 8 Steps (2023 Version)
Laura WatsonAre you considering joining the ranks of over 56 million people in the United States who have made the leap to working for themselves as...
How to Follow Up on a Job Application: Best Practices for Freelancers
Pawel LawrowskiFor many freelancers, getting new projects sometimes feels like an uphill battle. A lack of responses from clients is often the reason for that. Many...
5 Ways to Master Time Management for Creatives
Ashley WilsonWhether you’re a freelance graphic designer or an aspiring entrepreneur building the next unicorn, you probably scramble to find enough time to finish all the...
8 Tools to Put Your Worst Freelancing Tasks on Autopilot
Jimmy RoseFreelancers are always so busy. When you’re the one doing the work as well as trying to run a business, there are just so many...
7 Freelance Marketing Strategies that Actually Work
Ahmad BenguesmiaIf you’re looking for a way to start earning some extra money, start a side business or create a full-time income, you may want to...
8 Top Sites with Technical Writer Jobs for Freelancers
Aaron SwainHere’s an open note to everyone who wants to be a technical writer. It’s challenging. It’s fast-changing. In the beginning, you won’t understand half of...
128 Real-Life Freelance Business Names to Inspire You
Preston LeeFreelance 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 I Put Company Projects in my Own Portfolio? (Legal & Strategic Tips)
Preston LeeCan you put company projects in your portfolio as a freelancer? It’s a valid (and somewhat complicated) question you’ve probably asked yourself more than once...
How to Launch Your Freelance Marketing Career in 9 Easy Steps
Matt DiggityMarketing, defined as “the action or business of promoting and selling products or services, including market research and advertising,” is a booming industry and can...
How to Send an Invoice That Will Actually Get Paid
Alyse FalkDo you know how to send an invoice as a freelancer? Every service-based business has to deal with invoicing, and sometimes it can be more...
Best Self Employed Retirement Plans for Freelancers to Consider
Anna LevyWe all want to retire at some point, and if you play your cards right, you’ll reach retirement age with a sizable nest egg. You...
9 Best Basecamp Alternatives For Easy Project Management
Marvellous Aham-adiAre you looking for the best basecamp alternatives to help optimize collaboration and project management in your team? If you work in a team of...
6 Essential Health and Self-Care Tips for Freelancers
Stella GreenTwo years ago, I was spending 3 hours a day commuting to work. Besides that, I had already been building a career as a content...
14 Real Freelance Business Cards to Inspire You (and How to Make Your Own)
Adam WrightFreelance business cards can be just as important in the business world as for a typical 9-5 desk-job employee. Especially since the business world continues...
14 Best Project Management Tools for Freelancers in February 2025
Preston LeeHere’s a tough truth about project management for freelancers: no one tells you how much of your time you’ll spend managing projects as opposed to...
24 Surefire Ways to Make An Extra $1000 a Month
Nico PrinsA thousand dollars might not seem like much, but if you’re still studying or in between jobs, it can go a long way. The good...
12 Passive Income Ideas For Artists to Make More in 2025
Darya TroncosoPassive income for artists can mean more time to work on what you love (art) and less time stressing about where your next payment is...
16 Best Freelance Websites to Get More Jobs in 2023
Sam O'BrienThe world of work has transformed. Today’s employees don’t need a physical office space to remain productive. Instead, team members can be just as effective...
10 Client Meeting Tips to Nail Your Pitch & Land More Work
Eliza BrooksA client meeting could be one of the most daunting and nerve-wracking experiences in your life, especially if it’s your first one. However, it doesn’t...
15 Freelance Time-Tracking Apps Pro Freelancers Use in 2025
Andy JohnsonThere’s no shortage of freelance time tracking apps on the market today, and for good reason: time is money. And if you’re not tracking your...
A 10 Step Guide on How to Become a UX Designer in 2023
Lexie LuAn excellent user experience (UX) makes a company stand out from competitors and keeps visitors engaged. A UX designer has a unique set of design...
10 Best Ways to Say “Thank You For Your Business”
Jeremy BoudinetYour customers are the lifeblood of your business. They are your most vital asset and the reason you exist. So how do you say “thank...
What Finding My Niche Taught Me About Growing A Design Business
Kady SandelWhen I started my career as a freelance designer, I did everything right. Or so I thought. I read articles on freelancing, built my portfolio,...