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Browse our best business advice for freelancers, agency-builders, and solopreneurs who want to take their business to the next level. Real-world advice from actual entrepreneurs in the trenches learning this stuff the hard way so you don’t have to.

The 10 Best CRM for Freelancers in May 2024

The 10 Best CRM for Freelancers in May 2024

A customer relationship management system (or CRM) is often seen as a tool that only enterprises use. However, a CRM for freelancers can be very...

How to Get Freelance Clients Using SEO (Local & Global)

How to Get Freelance Clients Using SEO (Local & Global)

As a freelance logo designer based in Birmingham, I know firsthand how crucial it is to be easily discoverable by potential clients. One of the...

How I built a successful freelance business from literally nothing

How I built a successful freelance business from literally nothing

With the new year approaching this is the perfect time to start something new. Something about a fresh start really motivates us to dig into...

The Benefits of Using a .BIO Domain for Your ‘Link in Bio’

The Benefits of Using a .BIO Domain for Your ‘Link in Bio’

Are you sick of that jumbled mess of random characters in your link in bio URL? I feel you. Having to squeeze a long, confusing...

What Agencies Really Want to Hear from Freelancers

What Agencies Really Want to Hear from Freelancers

As an agency owner, my partner Lou and I have seen our fair share of pitches from freelancers over the years. I’ll be honest –...

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How to Freelance for Nike, Spotify, Stripe and Other Big Clients

As a freelancer, getting to work with major brands like Nike, Spotify, and Stripe may seem like a distant dream. But Kate Mrozowski Lim has...

8 Free Graphic Design Invoice Templates and Examples to Inspire You

8 Free Graphic Design Invoice Templates and Examples to Inspire You

As a designer, the way you craft your graphic design invoice speaks volumes about you and your small business. Remember, the design of your invoice...

5 “Thank You For Your Payment” Emails to Copy/Paste

5 “Thank You For Your Payment” Emails to Copy/Paste

“Thank You!” These two magic words can boost customer loyalty. While paying bills may not thrill everyone, you can transform a client’s prompt payment into...

How to Start a Graphic Design Business in 10 Steps

How to Start a Graphic Design Business in 10 Steps

Starting a graphic design business can be an exhilarating and exciting adventure whether you’re hoping to work for yourself full-time or just make a little...

10 Absolute Best Printers for Graphic Designers in 2024

10 Absolute Best Printers for Graphic Designers in 2024

If you’re a graphic designer who cares deeply about the quality of your prints, finding the best printers can be challenging. Every tiny detail in...

11 Best Gig Economy Apps for Making Extra Cash in 2024

11 Best Gig Economy Apps for Making Extra Cash in 2024

The gig economy often appears as a giant free-for-all, and in many respects, it is. Therefore, we aim to help you navigate it, particularly when...

12 Independent Contractor Jobs Sites for Extra Cash in 2024

12 Independent Contractor Jobs Sites for Extra Cash in 2024

Many people dream of a job they will love, one that offers both creative and professional freedom. Exploring independent contractor jobs can answer this desire....