2024

Freelance strategist Matthew Knight, who has worked with brands such as LEGO and Google, is leading a movement for salary transparency. He argues that knowing the pay upfront benefits freelancers and the companies hiring them. We also…

New study shows Once-Only Technical System (OOTS) could save time and money A recent study by the European Commission has found that the Once-Only Technical System (OOTS) could save freelancers significant time and money when expanding…

SPECIAL REPORT You have to shake things up on your CV and portfolio to land the freelance assignments you want. This report reveals how to future-proof your CV and portfolio, master interview techniques, and confidently transition into…

The latest employment figures highlight a shifting trend, calling for updates to the workforce rulebook to address the inevitable factor we all face: ageing Ageing is the great equaliser in the workplace. That may sound like an oxymoron…

In what might be the least shocking news to come out of the US 2024 Presidential Election Circus, former President Donald Trump has added another feather to his red “Make America Great Again” cap—by launching a fresh side hustle: selling…

As inflation skyrockets, some corporations are inflating prices beyond their costs—a practice now dubbed "Greedflation." But should freelancers start adopting “greedflation” tactics, demanding higher rates as a hedge against rising living…

Networking events can be a mixed bag. On one hand, they're a goldmine for career opportunities, new connections, and fresh ideas. On the other, they can be anxiety-inducing for those who dread the inevitable small talk and awkward…

As freelancers, sole traders, and agency contractors, we are often caught in the crossfire of new government policies that aim to reshape the workforce. With Labour’s plans for a new industrial strategy, announced by Chancellor of the…

Recruitment agencies and contractors alike are bracing themselves as the new government's Budget proposals loom large, with potential changes that could drastically alter the recruitment landscape. Mary Maguire, Managing Director at…

As a fixed-term contractor, you might someday face dismissal and re-engagement (commonly known as "fire and rehire") if your employer seeks to change your terms and conditions of employment. This practice often arises when an employer…