October 2023

Creating packages for your freelance services is a great way to save time, earn more money, and make it easier for clients to understand what you offer. We show you how to get started on creating your own packages along with a few examples…

OPINION Is it possible for a deadline-dependent freelancer to work less than 8 hours per day and pay the bills? I came across an article the other day that questioned the validity of the 8-hour workday. The premise of the article was…

A study has found that two in three freelancers do not know the age they can afford to retire. We look at how freelancers can reverse-engineer their retirement plans and longevity to get the most out of their "golden years" Concerns…

SPECIAL REPORT: ARTS & CULTURE IN BRITAIN On the 50th anniversary of Pablo Picasso's death, we reflect on the importance of art and culture in society and the central role freelancers have always played in the economy. But for many…

This article was updated on 27.11.2023 For anyone with a side hustle, whether that's making extra income from Airbnb, getting assignments through a freelancer jobs platform or selling items on Ebay, HMRC will have more data on your…

Could playing a musical instrument bring out the best in you? It has for some. We look at the many benefits that music and learning a musical instrument can have on a freelancer's mindset Here's one way to beat the blues. Start playing…

UK regulator investigates TV drama producers for potential cartel-like behaviour Be informed, be Freelancer Informed! | Freelance Informer The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating scripted drama producers for…

Nobody is giving freelancers bonuses or pay raises. It's up to them to call the shots on pay to stay in line with inflation and the higher cost of living that has plagued the British economy. That's easier said than done. We look at what…

Martin Gargiulo, a Professor of Entrepreneurship at INSEAD conducted research with Yonghoon Lee, an Assistant Professor at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, on the early career of 4,387 K-pop songwriters between 2003…

OPINION Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves says the Labour Party, if voted into power next year, will appoint a Covid Corruption Commissioner to recover £7.2bn lost to COVID-era waste and fraud. The Labour Party also…