Why You Need a Professional Website to Attract More Freelance Clients

Why You Need a Professional Website to Attract More Freelance Clients

All blog posts, Freelancing, Getting Started
Image source   If you're considering freelancing and creating yourself a professional website, you're not alone. According to Upwork, more than 57 million Americans are freelancing and they contribute an estimated $715 billion dollars in freelance earnings each year. Although some people rely on freelancing after being laid off, most freelancers choose this type of work for the lifestyle it offers. Given that new software allows us to do more work remotely or online, the number of people freelancing is expected to continue increasing. Technology advances will mean more jobs, but more people means more competition. So, it's important to set yourself apart from others if you want to have a successful freelance business. When it comes to finding gigs, only 25% of freelancers say they can find work within…
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7 Online Business Ideas Growing in 2020 (That You can Start and Run from Anywhere)

7 Online Business Ideas Growing in 2020 (That You can Start and Run from Anywhere)

All blog posts, Freelancing, Getting Started
Do you dream of saying goodbye to going into an office every day? Maybe you want to work from the comfort of your own home. Or run a business from the beaches of Thailand one month, and a cafe in Amsterdam the next. Well, you can.   Gone are the days where starting a business requires a large capital investment. It’s entirely possible to start your own company from anywhere today. And many of these options can be started for less than $1,000. Even if you want to hire employees, your team can work remotely. Most of the work we do today is online. As a matter of fact, this is also true for team members that share an office. A lot of the work is still done, stored, and…
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Home Office Essentials for Productivity, Focus, and Wellness + Optimizing for Your Senses

Home Office Essentials for Productivity, Focus, and Wellness + Optimizing for Your Senses

All blog posts, Freelancing, Getting Started, Working from home
Becoming self-employed (or working remotely) can be an exciting and liberating career-move. But, if you’re not careful, all that freedom might seem overwhelming. When working from home, it’s easy to let the work/life blend get a bit blurry. Working in pajamas seems nice at first, but it’s a slippery slope to lost motivation, productivity, and joy. So, it's crucial to set up a home office that supports your work and work-life balance. If the word “office” still makes you cringe, fear not. Think of your home office as your dojo, studio, library, whatever works for you. Just make sure you take some early steps to set yourself up for success. With this in mind, we’ll outline a few general rules to help you avoid the pitfalls of working from home.…
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