I love a good deal, but there are some freelance systems that I happily pay for each month. I’ve been working as a freelancer for four years. When I first started out, I didn’t pay for any kind of services. I made my own invoices on a free invoice app and sent them from my […]
People who want to become freelancers are often blinded by the major perks of the gig; working for yourself, working from home, wearing whatever you want, and eating lunch in front of your tv. But there is much more to being a legitimate freelancer, and that should be what you’re aiming to become. No one […]
When you work for yourself, the lines between your personal life and business life can blur easily. Normal work hours can no longer apply. And you might find that your friends want to pick your brain more than once about your area of expertise. While its good and well to give a friend a piece […]
There’s no denying it. All business owners need a solid emergency fund. While you are in charge of your own income, it’s bound to fluctuate and you may have some rougher months as a result. This is why it’s best to be prepared with a fully funded business emergency fund that you can fall back […]
At some point, you’ll have a customer or client that will drive you up a wall. Perhaps they are consistently late with payment, or they have unreasonable demands on your time and skills. My personal favorite is when clients lead you on for weeks at a time, and then disappear, leaving no trace of the […]
Entrepreneurs need to wear many hats and be familiar with a wide range of skills. Depending on what stage of development your business is in and which team members you have supporting you, you may need to play the role of team leader, sales executive, accountant, and product development lead—all in the same day. While […]
If you’ve been watching the fluctuations of cryptocurrency prices without directly investing, you’ve been part of a wild ride. You’ve heard experts tell you crypto is a sure bet for the future and you’ve seen people become overnight millionaires, but you’ve also heard experts warning you that crypto is a garbage investment and you’ve seen […]
Finding out that you owe taxes can be a bit unnerving, especially if you owe more than what you expected. Don’t worry — it is not the end of the world if you’ve gone through the numbers and you’re left with a tax bill. Here are a few steps to take: Get Ahead of It […]
The idea of self-employment has become a bit glamorized across the internet and social media. It’s a status symbol to be your own boss. But that doesn’t mean working for yourself full-time is right for everyone. In some cases, having a full-time job and running a business on the side is actually a better fit. […]
Selling online is a great way to make money. It has fairly low overhead, can be done by businesses in any niche, and can be a source of passive income. But there are some things to be aware of before you slap a product on your website and start collecting payments. Here’s a checklist to […]