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Resources for Freelancers and Solopreneurs
As many of you know, a big part of my business between 2008 to 2018 revolved around WordPress. My company had the world’s most popular design framework with Genesis, plus plugins and a range of WordPress hosting options. We originally got into the WordPress hosting business just to have a reliable solution for the high …
It’s competitive out there, that’s for sure. A study from Upwork and Freelancers Union found that (and in true Unemployable fashion) 51% of all freelancers say no amount of money would get them to take a traditional job. That’s quite incredible when you think about it. However, due to the increase in the number of …
Let’s talk about vacation! It’s one of the double-edged swords of freelancing. On the one hand, you have the freedom to go on vacation whenever you want and for however long you wish. And on the other hand, you have to be the one who takes the initiative to plan and actually go on vacation …
A home office should be a coveted place—a place where good ideas blossom into great projects for your clients and yourself. It should be a place where you can grow your business and create the life you imagined when you first set out on your own. If you clicked on this article in the hopes …
If you’re reading this, you’re likely experiencing symptoms of burnout. You know, the usual suspects—trouble sleeping, lack of energy, difficulty concentrating, etc. Sound familiar? Burnout is something people all across the workforce are experiencing, and it’s time to do something about it. If you’re tired of feeling drained and want purpose and happiness back into …
There are tons of money mistakes freelancers regularly make, especially at the beginning of their career. In this article, we’re going to discuss a few of the most common mistakes and how you can either avoid them or fix them. We’re not going to use a lot of complicated financial language and convoluted money solutions, …
As a business owner you’re no doubt in touch with the struggle to find time to get it all done. But what we often mistake for lack of time is really a lack of focus. It’s tough to admit, but often the real reason you feel like you can’t keep up is that you’re wasting …
It’s amazing how many people give up on Facebook ads because of sucky first-round results and an unwillingness to test. In fact, every advertiser I’ve spoken to has admitted to turning off at least one campaign because it didn’t work immediately (myself included). But it’s no surprise really. Because when money is involved — we …
As freelancers, one of the most time-consuming jobs we have is finding new clients. And if you’re not a natural salesperson or someone who enjoys pitching on the spot — it requires a boatload of energy, too. In-person sales can be particularly draining, especially for those of us who prefer written communication and thrive behind …
Last week I introduced you to our freelancer friend, Michael. He had just recently hit a huge “money milestone” in his business and was taking some well-earned time off to relax and celebrate. But after the buzz of his win wore off, Michael got to thinking about what a successful business really looked like to …
With a satisfied sigh, Michael reclines his seat, cracks a “vacation beer and sets in for an afternoon of binge-watching The Office. He’s celebrating. As of last week, he is earning more working for himself than he ever did at his “real job.” And to honor all his hard-work, he’s taking a few days off …
Let’s face it: when you’re a beginner freelancer you really only have one concern — and that’s paying your bills. Your focus isn’t on building email lists or complex sales funnels. It’s on drumming up enough client work, so you don’t have to trudge miserably back to your soul-sucking nine-to-five. In the beginning, the goal …