Some people favor a telecommute life because they’re able to work at their own pace. However, if you’re like me, you’ve likely discovered that freelance life isn’t always that fabulous.
Staying on task should be easy, right?
Think about it: you don’t have to deal with meddlesome co-workers spreading the latest office gossip, and you don’t have [...]

I’ve been a freelance writer for five years, and in my opinion, I think one of the biggest challenges is pricing projects correctly.
Freelancers are normally self-employed. They have to look for contracts and satisfy their client’s needs. Moreover, freelancers often apply for opportunities featured on job boards. Most clients have a budget in mind, and [...]

Making the switch from employee to freelancer requires strategic planning. Unfortunately, some people don’t plan ahead or they approach their business with naive expectations. As a result, they fall flat on their faces and often return to the workplace.
The secret to a smooth and successful transition is meticulous planning. Moreover, you need to assess your [...]

Freelancers aren’t promised a weekly or monthly paycheck. Their income is based entirely on performance. No work, no pay - it’s that simple.
Although this simple rule applies to every type of occupation - it’s a little different in the freelance world. Most telecommuters work on a per [...]