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How freelancers can come out stronger in 2023
We look at how economic predictions, industry trends and preventative health measures could help freelancers come out stronger in 2023 and beyond E...
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When to talk money when pitching to a new client
Business professors share their insights into why talking money before being the top candidate for a job could turn hiring companies off. Let's fac...
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These financial resolutions helped a self-made millionaire make his fortune
To help build effective financial habits for the New Year and beyond, here are 6 recession-proof financial resolutions for 2023 from a self-ma...
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2 in 5 SMEs worried about insolvency: can freelancers help them survive the storm?
Small and Medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are a vital part of the UK economy. However, over recent months, there has been an increase in concern am...
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Top 5 recession-proof professions that you may want to consider
While the British may not like to admit it, what happens in the US jobs market and Central Bank policy has a tendency to influence decision-making ...
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Want to go freelance but can't quit your job yet?
If you are dreaming of going freelance or even just changing direction with skills you already have, then Career and Interviewing Coach Judy Bullim...
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How to boost your freelance business when inflation is on the rise
For many freelancers, inflation has forced them to adapt their business strategy to safeguard themselves against higher costs. Food and non-alcohol...
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Freelancers: when's the last time you snooped on your competition?
With talk of more highly skilled contractors breaking free of umbrella companies in the next year, they may want to see what the competition is get...
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Avoid these mistakes before you start freelancing– you could lose your gig or get sued if you don’t
Going freelance full or even in your free time is a great way to build an additional income. Before you do though make sure you are not in breach o...
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How to get your freelance portfolio in front of more prospective clients and agencies
For those freelancers that rely solely on a recruitment agency and an umbrella company to bag new projects or fixed contract jobs, you might want t...
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How to avoid getting "flexi-fished" in a new job
Care is needed when advertising flexible working patterns in job roles Many of us have heard of catfishing whereby someone deceptively creates a fa...
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How to pitch to SMEs and solve their challenges
A poll of 500 SME decision-makers, carried out by OnePoll on behalf of NatWest’s Mentor service, highlights the most pressing HR issues affecting S...