What are the ingredients of successful work? Like any recipe, freelance projects include a balance of ingredients: hard skills for proper functioning and important soft skills for flavor and style. In a recent Virtual Office Hours session, Freelance University co-founder and instructor Craig Cannings discussed the difference between the two: • Hard skills are related […]
As freelancers, we serve clients while walking a tightrope — balancing life and work, performing multiple tasks for multiple clients. And as we spin those plates, we’re trying to keep one hand free to reach out to potential new clients. Not only that, but we’re also balancing our freelance freedom with the respect we need […]
Do you have a writing toolbox? It’s not always the first thing we think about because writing content requires deep focus. It’s a quest to remove distractions and fight any inclination towards shiny object syndrome. But tools and apps are important. We need something to write on, ideas to write about, resources to write with, […]
Would you call yourself a successful freelancer? Although there are many definitions of success, the one we’re exploring here is the ability to grow a sustainable business that meets or exceeds your income goals. You may be experiencing ups and downs, but are you on an upward path to sustainability? If you answered no, take […]
If I asked you, “How’s Your Grit These Days”, what would you say? When I use the word Grit, I am referring to your resilience and perseverance to withstand hardship and failure in business (and life). Some feel they don’t have grit. Some compare themselves to others who seem naturally gritty and wish they could […]
Are you all Zoomed out? Since the global pandemic hit, Zoom has emerged as a clear winner in the race to provide video conferencing software. But that doesn’t mean it’s necessarily the only choice for freelancers and virtual assistants. For various reasons, you may be looking for alternatives to Zoom. In a Statista article titled […]
