One thing’s for certain — freelancing involves a different way of thinking. A different lifestyle. Different freedoms. And all this is powered by a particular mindset, one that calls us to “think like a boss.” If you’ve worked in a corporate job or other type of employment, you’ve most likely had a boss. And each […]
Have you ever responded to a few freelance job postings, clicked send, crossed your fingers, and then heard … nothing? No response from the potential client. No upcoming discovery call. No freelance job. You start to wonder how you could have done it better. Talking at, Talking to, or Talking with When responding to a […]
I knew I should have paid attention to the sign — “Never Freelance Alone.” It was the year 2000, and I was training to do remote work using special software and technology. Students belonged to some sort of online freelance community, but I declined the invitation. I thought the group would distract me from my […]
What comes to mind when you hear the phrase “self-care plan”? I usually think of the times when I didn’t have a plan. In a previous blog post, “How to Avoid Burnout in Your Freelance Business,” we discuss strategies to prevent you from losing energy, productivity, and passion for the work you love. I envision […]
As the world spins unpredictably in 2021, you might be wondering how we can make freelance predictions for 2022. Many have faced serious challenges, but one thing remains clear — freelancers and virtual assistants have chosen a great industry that continues to flourish. As FreeU co-founder Craig Cannings says, “Freelancing has been a surprising blessing […]
In a time of uncertainty, how do you prepare your business for a great year? It may sound like an oxymoron. And it may even sound crass, especially if you’ve suffered personal grief and professional hardship during the global pandemic. But when it comes to our freelance businesses, this quote from Jimmy Dean provides the […]
