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3 Common mistakes freelancers make on business expenses (and how to avoid them)
Bilal IbrarAsk any freelancer out there their least favorite thing about freelancing and chances are pretty high that most answers will have to do with ‘money’...
From web designer to building Freshbooks into a multi-million-dollar company with Mike McDerment (FTF 4.4)
Millo TeamMike McDerment had the entrepreneurial bug early on. In second grade, he built a video game and told everyone he was going to sell it....
IT Staff Augmentation Services for Cybersecurity Teams: Models and Benefits Explained
Jack NolanThreat volumes keep climbing, yet qualified defenders are harder to pin down than ever. ISC2’s 2025 workforce study points to a global shortfall of millions...
How to confidently negotiate your rates as a freelancer
Mitchell BrysonWhen most people think of negotiation, they think of hostages and they start to get nervous. But the negotiation phase is a good thing. It...
Why you should focus on getting clients this holiday season
Sharon McElweeAre you taking it easy this holiday season? If you run a thriving business, maybe you can afford to take a month off. But the...
How Managed IT Services Support Remote Work Environments
Jack NolanRemote work is convenient, but it’s not always easy. Many businesses face security risks, outdated systems, and communication problems when managing teams from different locations....
Leveraging Digital Channels to Fuel MSP Growth and Acquisition
Jack NolanGrowing a Managed Service Provider (MSP) business can feel like climbing a steep hill. You may struggle to stand out online or find the right...
How to get clients to pay: Tactics for invoicing success
Alvalyn LundgrenOne of my earliest clients was a fashion design company in Los Angeles who asked me to create a print ad for use in one...
The top 5 skills you need to become a pro-transcriber
Sheeroh KiarieThinking of becoming a freelance transcriber? After all, how hard can it be right? Download an audio file. Listen to it on the go. Settle...
Set expectations from the get-go with a Client Welcome Packet
Ian VadasEver notice how Amazon packages routinely come earlier than expected? They’ll tell you the package will arrive on or by the 27th, and when the...
Is getting a graphic design degree worth it – Pros and Cons
Jessica GustIf you’re considering a career in graphic design, you’re probably wondering whether getting a degree is a good investment of your time and money. Graphic...
5 Ways freelance photographers can find new clients
Bernard MeyerFreelance photographers have a lot of amazing benefits on their side: doing what you’re passionate about, having a dynamic work environment, and improving your craft...
60+ free eBooks that’ll help you master creative freelancing
Soukaina El GharbaouiAre you a creative freelancer looking for some high-quality, free reading material? Then you’ve come to the right place! I’ve combed the internet to collect...
5 effective marketing tools for interior designers
Anna KovalchenkoThe first years in a new interior design business can be very daunting when you don’t have established database of clients and expansive portfolio yet....
Why net 30 isn’t good for your freelance business
Bernard MeyerNet 30 is one of the most common invoicing payment terms used by small, medium, and large businesses. While it is a standard payment practice,...
The ideal office design for happy and creative professionals
Mania MavridouCan we increase our creativity by changing our office design and decoration? Is it possible to reduce stress only by choosing the right elements and...
8 quotes about freelancers that will make you love your job even more
Kate ThoraBeing a freelancer is one of the best jobs in the world. You get to set your own hours, work from wherever you like, and...
How to leverage craigslist for your freelance career
Kady SandelLike many of you, I’ve always wanted to have a location agnostic career. Quite simply, to work from where my laptop is. My goal was...
What to do when your client doesn’t pay
Sharon McElweeThe anonymous nature of the internet makes it easy for people to hide. While most of us are honest folks, unfortunately not everyone shares our...
Automating the ‘Invisible Tasks’ That Stunt Growth from Freelancer to Founder
Jack NolanTransitioning from a solo freelancer to the founder of a growing business is an exciting milestone filled with both opportunity and challenge. While many entrepreneurs...
10 Ways to Turn Raw Notes Into Free Templates With AI
Jack NolanIt can be daunting to take messy notes and refine them into templates. We now have practical solutions powered by artificial intelligence that can assist...
What Are the Benefits of VPS Hosting for Freelancers?
Jack NolanFreelancing demands a particular kind of digital infrastructure. Whether you build websites for clients, manage e-commerce stores, or run resource-heavy design applications in the cloud,...
How to Make an Investment When Your Income Is Irregular (Freelancer Edition)
Jack NolanFreelancers, contractors, and self-employed professionals face unique investment challenges that traditional employment advice rarely addresses. The standard guidance assumes a predictable monthly income, making regular...
IP Geolocation vs Browser Geolocation: Which One Should Developers Use?
Jack NolanEvery product manager eventually asks the same question: “How do we show the right content to the right person at the right moment?” Location is...