There’s simply not enough time in a day. Whether you run your own business or work for someone else–you might feel that you can never get everything done. There’s not enough time to complete all the projects, get rest, go for a run, read that book, play with your children, talk to your friend… The […]
Professional development matters. Especially when you run a freelance business. No one will create a career growth plan for you or sign you up for obligatory workshops. Your destiny is in your hands. The labour market transforms, new tools and trends emerge every day, customer requirements change all the time. To stay on top of […]
When you run a freelance business, it might be difficult to take time off. The freedom to work from any place brings the temptation to take your work with you, wherever you go. But if you are your own boss, you probably need the real holiday more than anyone else. So, how can you fully […]
If only had I sent that offer earlier, if only had I talked to her at the conference, if only had I agreed on that collaboration…. – we’ve all been there. As a freelancer or business owner you can’t always predict what consequences your action or lack of it will have. Sometimes running a business […]
Sooner or later in your freelance career you’ll have to accept not to be accepted. Rejection is a constant part of every freelancer’s life and there’s nothing wrong with being turned down. Behind every rejection stands a valuable experience or a new wave of motivation. The key to success is to learn to deal with […]
No matter how far you are in your freelance career, sending quotations is probably an inevitable part of your work. It can also be very tricky, especially if you lack relevant data about your clients. So, let’s explore how to make quoting more enjoyable and successful. Below you can find three steps that will help […]
Building a freelance business may be both an exciting and overwhelming process. Sometimes it can become especially challenging, for example if you lack relevant experience in areas that are key to keep your business blooming. One such area is marketing. Without regular paying clients you won’t be able to keep your business afloat. Finding the […]
No matter how long you’ve been on your freelancing or entrepreneurial adventure, at some point you’ll probably get stuck. There are many events, beliefs or factors that can limit your growth and stifle your creativity. But very often it’s not the lack of skills that stops you from moving your business forward. It’s the fear. […]
To make your freelance business grow, you need much more than a strong determination to wake up every morning and go to work. As there’s no one else above you to define your schedule and responsibilities, it’s easy to get carried away with the flexibility and freedom. So, how can you stay focused and productive […]
Although the lockdown put many small and big business on hold, it also became a good opportunity to improve, enhance and update many aspects of business and private life. Taking advantage of the slower flow, I’ve transferred all my online courses spread on other platforms to my own website. That’s a step that should […]