We’ve covered some of the shady characters you’ll meet in the freelancing
world. Your worst enemy may not be a person, but your health. Read on for
some tips on how to stay healthy while your business slowly takes over your
life.
Article: Staying Healthy
Article: The Last Goodbye (at least for this gig)
All good things must come to and end, including contracts. Here’s some info on
what to expect as well as some ideas for that last day and tips for looking
forward!
Article: Get It In Writing
The Badmouther is one of many lowlifes you’ll meet in your freelance
adventures. Learn how to handle them, and in a way that doesn’t reflect poorly
on you.
Article: Interviewing for the right gig
Putting on the right hat for the right person is key during the interviewing
process. Not every interviewer wants to know the same thing or will ask the
same questions, so be prepared! Multiple resumes are one way to help, as is
studying for your exam (ie: who specifically are you interviewing with?)
Article: When Clients Don’t Pay
Believe it or not, some clients will hire you with no intention of paying for
services rendered. Learn some options of what you can do when this happens, and
how to avoid it in the first place.
Article: Money Matters
When you’re a freelancer with a steady paycheck, you may feel like you’re
riding high. But is all that money yours? Likely, no. Read on for
explanations of why not, and what you can do with the money that’s left for you
to play with.
Article: Know when to hold ‘em, Know when to fold ‘em
My esteemed colleague recently posted a brilliant
on how to handle money and finances. Gettin’ paid is a forte, but it can be
a little more time consuming then you think.
Article: Filling Your Toolbox
We’ve already discussed some of the people you’ll meet when you start your
journey into the Land of the Billables. Now, we’ll cover some of the tools of
the trade.
Article: Working Onsite: One of the team, not one of the crowd
Project, clients and co-workers may change, but one fact is a constant as an
independent contractor: you’ll always be the outsider looking in. How do you
determine and then walk that fine line between “being one of the guys” and
being the contractor?
Article: Technology, Part 2: E-Mail Addresses and Websites
Now that you’ve registered your domain and setup with a host, it’s time to get
down to business. Second in a two-part series, this article offers tips on
setting up your company e-mail and website.