You finally walk across that podium, put your greedy hand around that degree, and step off your college campus into the “real world.”What are you running into? A traditional full-time job where you clock in and out eight hours a day, five days a week?Just a few years ago, almost every new graduate’s answer to …
Getting the gig you really want is something to celebrate as a self-employed worker. We’ve learned to do whatever it takes to win and get hired. However, you should be aware of any red flags that catch your attention. Sometimes the project can be too good to be true, or just plain dark.According to the …
Using Instagram is a great way to market yourself as a freelancer and showcase some of your work. Whether you’re just starting out, or need a much-needed daily dose of motivation to help you make the jump, there are tons of freelance-oriented accounts with practical freelance tips, quotes, and ideas.There’s also a wealth of freelancers …
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Pricing shouldn’t be scary, it’s just part of business. Let’s dive into two of the existing business models: market prices and perception prices. We’ll walk you through both and help you choose the one that best suits you and your industry. Market price A quick look at a site like Upwork will show you how …
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While technology and modern travel may make the world borderless, digital nomads need to take the right steps when living and working abroad for extended periods of time. As you research your options as a remote worker, the idea of getting a visa can be a daunting and complex process.It will indeed be one of …
If you’re a freelancer or a remote worker, chances are you already have a lot less monotony in your work routine than your friends who work in the office. You don’t necessarily have to get up at the same time, from Monday to Friday.You are not expected to be on the clock at the same …
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Becoming a freelancer is an exciting step for your career. You embark on a new adventure where you can make your own decisions about what you work on, when you work and from where you work.It’s also an incredible new challenge where you have to learn everything about running your own business.Are you ready for …
Getting started as a digital nomad? Our eBook Anywhere shares all the advice you need, from experienced digital nomads. There are many legal risks that digital nomads should be aware of before taking the plunge. Here are some insights into the legal and tax-related lookouts you should be aware of as you start your new …
Let’s be honest. The life of a freelancer is filled with productivity challenges. It is the unfortunate price of our freedom. We can do whatever we want, whenever we want, which is great… but sometimes it makes it hard to do the things we really need to do. Fortunately, there are a number of useful …
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Freelancing is a great gift. No dressing up for work, no commuting through traffic, no boss breathing down your neck. But for all its strengths, freelancing has its share of bumps in the road that can challenge even the best of us.While most full-time traditional workers can relate to things like traffic, bad coffee, and …
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