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 […]
If being a freelancer is more than a side hustle, consider establishing it as your own business. A freelance business is run by an individual who works independently. Most freelance businesses are sole proprietorships, which are owned and operated by one person. A virtual assistant business provides clients with administrative, creative, or technical support in […]
There are so many opportunities for freelancers in the new year! Here at Freelance University, we can only imagine that you’ve heard of the freelance revolution: the shift to a freelance economy disrupting businesses and introducing new opportunities for freelancers. That means if you have been considering starting a freelance business, the time has never […]
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 […]
Have you ever had a fly in your soup? That’s what productivity pitfalls are like. You’re all set to sit down at your desk and power through a task. You’re prepared to accomplish your goals in a certain period of time. And then something unexpected happens, or maybe you fall into old habits you’ve tried […]
