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Taxes for Expats review: What freelancers living abroad need to know about US tax filing
Jack NolanLanding your first international client from a café in Barcelona feels like freedom. Then tax season arrives, and that freedom comes with a stack of...
How to Become a Freelance Translator & Work From Home
Louise TaylorAre you wondering how to become a freelance translator? Translating is a job that’s very easy to undertake as a freelance career – provided you...
The Power of Please: How Etiquette in an Online World Goes a Long Way
Jamie DavidsonCommunication is one of the most powerful tools at a person’s disposal. We’ve developed complex communication methods that reached far beyond our ancestors’ basic vocabulary....
How to Increase the Visibility of Your Blog with SEMrush
Millo TeamStanding out amongst two million daily blog posts is no easy feat. Luckily with the right tools, you can be a little closer to the...
Top 15 Best Colored Pencils for Artists
Kylie BurgenerFrom doodling ideas to polishing professional illustrations, there are few tools more versatile in an artist’s toolbox than the humble colored pencil. As we know...
Strategic Innovations for Improving Performance and Client Engagement
Jack NolanSuccessful organizations grow more consistently when you develop systems that support clarity, structure, and steady communication. Clear goals guide daily decisions by giving your team...
How to Name Your Graphic Design Business (Ideas & Tips 2023)
Grant PolachekSo you’re a seasoned design professional with years of valuable experience and the right tools to start your graphic design business, but you’ve hit a...
How To Use A Google Docs Invoice Template For Your Business
Nina SharpeIf you’re a freelancer, a working professional, or a small business owner, chances are you’ll need to send out invoices on a pretty regular basis....
How Digital Marketing Skills Are Becoming Essential for Freelancers Across All Industries
Jack NolanIf you go back in 2020, Freelancing was very simple… you had a skill, found clients, and got paid. But today, things have changed. The...
Why Automation Alone Doesn’t Fix Workforce Friction
Jack NolanSeveral clues suggest there is workforce friction. For instance, the team may be missing deadlines. You may also notice strained communication within or between teams....
Honeybook vs Dubsado: Which Freelance Platform is Right for You?
Kylie BurgenerFreelancers are a group of motivated, professional, resilient, hard-working people. It is almost impossible to make it in the gig economy without these traits. So...
44 Perfect Gifts for Creative People (Fun Ideas + Tips)
Preston LeeGifts 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...
5 Top Free Design Resources and Tools for Freelancers and Solopreneurs
Rachael HopePsst, hey you, yeah you. You’re a freelancer/solopreneur, aren’t you? How can I tell? Er, don’t take this the wrong way but you look a...
11 Business Lessons from a 15-Year Agency Owner
Ian LoewI’ve been running my agency, Lform Design, for more than 15 years. I started the business after a stint as a freelancer and, prior to...
8 Best Laptops for Artists in January 2026
Kylie BurgenerLaptops, for artists, can be a critical tool in making a living. For some artists, their entire livelihood can depend on the laptop they work...
Your Guide to Creating a Stellar Freelance Writer Resume
Cindy FerrimanWhether you are a freelancer who is trying to attract new clients or you want to have your resume stand out on search pages, you...
The Best Cloud Tools for Freelancers and Entrepreneurs to Boost Productivity
John GagnonWhen you’re freelancing or running your own business, working efficiently is very important. Whether you’re juggling different projects, working with a team, or just trying...
10 Best Work-Life Balance Jobs in 2026
Tiffany WagnerHave you ever wondered how other working individuals get to enjoy their careers while still spending quality time with their families at home or during...
Ask These 5 Questions to Weed Out Bad Clients Early On
Rhonda PageI know the scenario well: You get a call from a potential client and set up a meeting. You spend at least 2 hours prepping,...
How to Get Your Start in Freelance Coding (+ 17 Job Sites to Find Work)
Matt HarrisonDid you know that a coder can typically earn over $40 per hour doing freelance coding? Very experienced coders can bring in even more. If...
How to Build a Financial Runway & Scale Your Freelance Business
Preston LeeThe 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...
14 Freelance Programming Jobs Sites + Tips on Winning More Jobs
Lexie LuWhat is the career of your dreams? Are you ready to strike out on your own as a coder? Programming for a corporation brings stress,...
Is Freelancing Worth it in 2026? 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...