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HBR Looks at Freelancing Stars
It’s not surprising that the Harvard Business Review article The Rise of the Supertemp has been sparking passionate discussion since it was published in the May issue. It’s a very inspiring look at the prospects of high-caliber freelancers. That means … Continue reading
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Get More Client Referrals
During my first few months of freelancing, I spent a lot of time pitching new business. Each day, I’d get up and invest three hours a day in reconnecting with contacts in my field, polishing my LinkedIn profile, establishing a profile … Continue reading
Mobile Phone Coverage In Europe: A Few Answers
My family vacation this year is to Europe (in fact, our three-week trip is one explanation for why the posts on 200kfreelancer might be a little thin for a while). The lands of castles and scones, kilts and chocolate (we’re … Continue reading
Key Health Insurance Questions Remain Unanswered For Self-Employed
Over the next few days, we’ll hear from many healthcare experts about what the Supreme Court’s decision about Obamacare means. I’m wondering how it will affect self-employed people. Presumably if citizens are required to buy healthcare or face a penalty, … Continue reading
The Secret to Freelance Happiness … Lies at Machu Picchu
Life as an indie professional sometimes reminds me of a ride I took back from Machu Picchu on a tourist bus. Shrouded in fog that made everything seem mystical, the ancient Inca site connected us to a reality far from our … Continue reading
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From Freelancer to Multimillion Dollar Business Owner: Tips from an Entrepreneurial Immigrant
For immigrants to the U.S., breaking into the freelance world can seem daunting. Even if you have a great professional network overseas, it can be challenging to get a toehold in a brand new market. But that doesn’t mean it … Continue reading
Coffee With Tim Kaine: A Freelancer’s Viewpoint
On Friday, I went to a women’s roundtable coffee with Tim Kaine, the former governor of Virginia who is now running for Senate. He talked about jobs and the economy, and called “talent” the critical issue for growing the economy. … Continue reading
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Why You Need an Income Goal
As a freelancer, it’s so easy to get so caught up in individual projects–especially the fun ones you love–that time just disappears. But that can be a trap if you need to make a living. Projects can stretch to fill … Continue reading
Freelancing is a Feminist Issue
You’ve probably heard that President Obama is urging Congress to pass the Paycheck Fairness Act to force companies paying women less than men for the same work to prove that there’s a reason for this wage gap, other than gender. … Continue reading