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Don’t wait for 2024 to start your resolutions
Instead of waiting for the New Year to roll around to make your list of "good habit" resolutions, we thought we would review and share some of the wisdom provided in James Clear's book and Master class on Atomic Habits to give you a head…
15 holiday-themed side hustles that could jumpstart a seasonal business
The holidays are a great time to earn some extra money, but traditional retail jobs can be stressful and time-consuming. If you're looking for a unique and flexible way to earn extra cash, here are a few side hustle ideas you can start…
Boost your freelance day rate by more than £500 by training to become a data analyst in 6 months
If you want to transition your existing industry knowledge to earn more income as a freelancer then consider adding data analysis to your services. In this report, we highlight the data analysis skills and knowledge that are most in demand…
How to save time and attract more clients in a weekend: package your freelance services
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…
IMF predicts UK interest rates to remain high in 2023 and 2024: what can freelancers do about it?
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…
What successful freelance songwriters can teach the rest of us about upping our game
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…
Marketing leaders turn to freelancers as layoffs mount and RTO policies backfire
Freelance marketing jobs are rising. That's because marketing leaders are increasingly relying on freelancers to fill the gaps left by layoffs and to support their teams, according to a new survey by Fiverr. We suggest what freelancers can…
Matt Abrahams: How to speak confidently when you’re on the spot
Humans are not naturally programmed to think and speak on the spot. Yet, we often have to and with sporadic success. We share expert tips from Stanford Graduate School of Business lecturer Matt Abrahams on how to become a more effective…
Turn your love of shopping into a freelance career
For many people, shopping is an exhilarating diversion from the daily grind. But shopping in the cost of living crisis? That's put a dampener on things. Some serial shoppers have therefore had to resort to window shopping (on and offline).…
How to pitch yourself as a panellist and guest speaker to boost your freelance career
Raising your profile to a larger audience through public speaking engagements is an excellent way to promote your expertise and services. We highlight some steps to take before you approach event organisers including a sample pitch email.…