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Fancy a challenge for April? Want to up your Instagram game? Want the accountability of a group of other Instagram users? You’ve come to the right place! In April, Daire Paddy and I are hosting StoryVEDA, a twist on the popular VEDA (vlog or video every day in April/August) format, focused on using Instagram Stories. […] Read more…
Are you signed up to any subscription boxes? One of the things I encourage freelancers to do, is to set aside time each month for fun. It’s so easy to fall into the trap of being all work and no play. I also think it’s incredibly important to reward yourself as a freelancer. After all, […] Read more…
This post on GDPR is a collaboration with Accelerate Places. New data protection rules, also known as the GDPR, come into effect from the 25th May 2018. With this date swiftly approaching, it’s time to work out how the GDPR will affect you, and the marketing work that you do for your clients. The team […] Read more…
Edit: This is a blog post from 2011, updated in 2018. A good support structure is so important when you’re a freelancer, or you’re self-employed, particularly when you’re starting out. Having that freelance support network structure can help you get through the tough times, give you the inspiration you need when you’re starting a new […] Read more…
Regular readers will know I’m a huge fan of tech, tools and apps for having a more efficient, productive and fun freelance life. This week, I’ve recorded a podcast sharing three of my current favourites, from one that makes the most of your Facebook Lives and podcasts, to one to plan out your Instagram feed. […] Read more…
The podcast is back for 2018! I’ve missed recording these little snippets you can listen to while you’re waiting for the kettle to boil, and this episode is one that’s particularly important for freelancers – invoice payments. How can we speed them up, deal with the late payers and reduce the stress of waiting to […] Read more…
A common misconception about being freelance, is that we have a chilled approach to work, waking when we fancy, working in front of This Morning, potter off somewhere for work and never work weekends. Right? Nah. NAH. If you’re freelance, you know this isn’t the case. In fact, I’ve always suspected most freelancers work far […] Read more…
[su_spacer] Want to quit the rat race and go freelance, but not sure where to start? [su_spacer] Get started with this guide for freelancers-to-be to make the change from worker bee to Queen bee! [su_spacer] Being freelance is a wonderful way to do the work you love, where you want (as long as there’s wifi!), […] Read more…