freelance tips

Showing 1-5 of 5 articles

1. 

   The common problems with freelancing... and how to tackle them

   Katy Cowan / 18 Aug 2011

   Freelancing or running your own business isn't easy. In fact, it can be one of the most challenging things you'll ever do. It's understandable why many choose to stick to the safe route and be employed by someone else. Especially when there are so many downsides to going it alone. Being a freelancer can bring many headaches. In any given day, a freelancer can have anything go wrong, whether tha...

2. 

   How to go freelance, your step-by-step guide

   Katy Cowan / 12 Jan 2011

   Becoming a freelancer is one of the most rewarding yet challenging things you could ever do and there are many reasons why people want to start their own business. It might be that you're sick of working in an agency or for someone else and you'd love to be your own boss. You may also be dreaming about working from home after years of commuting. Or you could be a graduate, struggling to find a ...

3. 

   Tips on how much to charge for freelance work

   Katy Cowan / 6 Jan 2011

   When you first start out in the world of freelancing, it's always difficult to know how much to charge and what your hourly or day rates should be. Especially as you'll want to get it right first time and avoid over or under-charging. You obviously don't want to charge too much and price yourself out of the market, but you don't want to undersell yourself either. Above all, remember that your s...

4. 

   Top 43 useful websites and tools for freelancers

   Katy Cowan / 21 Dec 2010

   If you're a freelancer and you work from home or on your own in an office, you'll know only too well how challenging it is to run a business by yourself. There are times when you'll feel like you're struggling and banging your head against a brick wall. But don't let freelancing become a headache! Because whether you're established or just starting out, there is a huge amount of support out th...

5. 

   Before going freelance: Prepare to take the plunge

   Katy Cowan / 10 Sep 2010

   Going from a monthly salary in a paid job to the unpredictability of a freelance income is a nerve-racking but thrilling experience. The more you can prepare before you take the plunge, the better you can ride the waves. If your notice is still waiting to be handed over, then hang on a bit longer and read these five tips before jacking it all in...