Freelance posts

Becoming a freelancer is an exciting adventure – arm yourself with all the advice, answers and jargon you'll need with these relevant blog posts from fellow freelancers and self-employment experts.

22 October 21
3 minute read

Differences between company structures in the UK

Sole trader vs. limited company? Self-employed vs. sole trader? Understanding the difference between business structures will help you decide which is right for you.

03 September 21
6 minute read

Mistakes to avoid when freelancing

Making mistakes as a freelancer can cost you time and money. Learn the most common pitfalls from freelancers and their tips to avoid them.

01 September 21
6 minute read

How to network as a freelancer

Networking has so many professional benefits for freelancers. Learn 10 tips to up your networking game from freelancers themselves here.

31 August 21
6 minute read

Investing spare cash when you're self employed

Finance expert Ken Okoroafor of The Humble Penny shares how to make your spare cash work harder with top tips for investing when you're self-employed.

02 August 21
4 minute read

7 challenges of being a photographer (and how to overcome them)

Professional photographers share the most common hurdles of the snapping business and their practical tips on how to solve them.

07 July 21
4 minute read

How to get a mortgage when you're self-employed

As a self-employed person, getting a mortgage can be challenging. Emma Maslin from The Money Whisperer shares her tips on preparing your application and making the process easier.

29 June 21
13 minute read

How to become a freelance writer

Set yourself up for a successful freelance writing career with our 20-step guide to becoming a freelance writer, including setting your rates and landing clients.