Freelancing

Articles about succeeding as a freelancer.

April 13, 2020

How to Start an Online Business in 2020 that Actually Makes Money

Cookie-cutter advice of years past not necessarily going to work in 2020, so I am going to take everything I have learnt in my ten years of online business, and form a clearer picture of what will...

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February 22, 2020

5 First-Hand Tips for Staying Productive as a Freelancer

No productivity life-hacks here. I'm going to share real-world advice that will have an immense impact on your success as a freelancer or remote worker. I have been an online worker for ten years,...

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February 8, 2020

South African Freelancers, Please Raise Your Rates

Freelancing online feels like a race to the bottom. At least that's what I've experienced - both when working as one, and when looking to hire one. You see, sites like Fiverr promise clients the...

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January 6, 2020

How & When to Say No to a Client

Saying ‘no' is one of the most important things I have learned how to do during my time as a developer, business owner, and freelancer. Not saying no can easily lead to a far more enraged client...

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June 3, 2016

The Pros and Cons of Owning a Small Business

Whether you are looking to starting a business or already have, you might have already given thought to the pros and cons of owning a business. Personally, it took me many years to fully realize the...

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