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Browse our best business advice for freelancers, agency-builders, and solopreneurs who want to take their business to the next level. Real-world advice from actual entrepreneurs in the trenches learning this stuff the hard way so you don’t have to.
Using SMS to Grow and Engage Your Small Business Audience
Jack NolanIn today’s competitive digital environment, small businesses must find innovative, cost-effective ways to build strong relationships with their target audience. SMS marketing has emerged as...
Why Delivery Speed Matters for Creative Entrepreneurs Building Brand Loyalty
Millo TeamThe moment a buyer hits checkout, the clock starts. In a market where even handcrafted goods compete with Prime‑level expectations, fast shipping for small businesses...
9 Graphic Design Marketing Ideas You Should Be Trying
Jimmy RodriguezIt’s an exciting time to be a graphic designer. There are various careers you can pursue. However, without a clear set of graphic design marketing...
Why AI for Customer Service Is a Must for Digital Transformation
Jack NolanEvery business is racing to work smarter, move faster, and stay ahead of the curve. That’s the heart of digital transformation—not just slapping new tech...
Is the Digital Nomad Lifestyle Worth It in 2025?
Jack NolanYou’ve probably seen the photos — someone working on a laptop from a beach in Bali, sipping coffee in a Lisbon café, or living the...
How to Build a Portable Home Office for Digital Nomads
Samantha CarterA portable home office allows digital nomads to work efficiently from anywhere, whether in New York’s cafes or a quiet beachside retreat. A stable, lightweight...
How to Deliver More with Less in Freelance Design
Jack NolanWith no department or firm to have their back, freelance designers often find themselves in situations where they’re expected to deliver stellar results in little...
How AI and Automation Can Improve Worker Productivity
Jack NolanBoth Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation are currently rapidly transforming the way we live and work. These new emerging technologies impact various sectors by increasing...
8 Best Practices for Managing Client Expectations in Creative Projects
Ivana DrakulevskaIn creative projects, unmet expectations can be a recipe for disaster. Even the most exciting project can spiral into frustration if you don’t meet your...
Remote Skills Checklist – Essential Abilities for Success
Henry GarrisonWith remote work becoming increasingly common, more and more people are seeking work-from-home jobs. However, not everyone is prepared for the challenges of working remotely,...
Best Practices for Shift Planning and Scheduling Freelancers
John GagnonWhen I started managing freelance teams, shift planning wasn’t on my radar. I assumed availability would sort itself out if everyone stayed in communication. That...
The Art of Writing Effective Proposals: How to Win More Clients
Olesia Filipenko“I’m a freelance newbie, and I can’t land clients despite the many proposals I send to prospects,” Andrew grieves. Lucy sighs: “I’m a savvy freelance...