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Digital Nomad Tips
July 18, 2018

The Outlook on the Digital Nomad Lifestyle: Are We Working Ourselves to Death?

The digital nomad lifestyle is often depicted on social media as a total breeze. Beach-front hammock? Yes, please. Infinity pool with a ledge for my computer nearby? When do I start? But we all know these aren’t exactly the reality. Although freelancing offers some incredible perks, like getting to control your schedule and the type of clients you work with, most freelancers aren’t working from a beach chair in their bathing suits. In fact, studies show that freelancers typically work more than their corporate counterparts per week. Yet, more people than ever before are entering the freedom economy. While it’s…
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BusinessDigital Nomad Tips
July 12, 2018

6 Ways to Stay Focused When Working from Home

The digital nomad lifestyle offers many advantages, but there are also some drawbacks. Staying focused is one issue you may have when working from home. According to a January 2016 study, 50 percent of the U.S. workforce holds a job that is compatible with telecommuting or working remotely. This figure doesn’t include the number of workers who have left their traditional 9-to-5 jobs to pursue small-business entrepreneurship from home. With more people choosing the digital nomad lifestyle, it’s important to balance work and home while remaining focused on the job. Here are a few ways Spera recommends setting yourself up…
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Business
July 12, 2018

What No One Tells You: 10 Tips and Freelancer Tools for Striking Out on Your Own

No one tells you that, when you first join the freedom economy and declare yourself an independent contractor, freelancer or solopreneur, there is no magic list of freelancer tools and tips to follow. It may also come as a surprise that “freelancer” is synonymous with “business owner,” which translates to “the person who is responsible for absolutely everything in your company.” Oh, joy. Freelancing is extremely rewarding, there is no denying that. But it does come with its own challenges, risks and moments of serious struggle. On the other hand, it offers freedom, an escape from the standard 9-5 job…
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BusinessUncategorized
July 11, 2018

5 Ways Using a Freelance Platform Can Make You More Money

If you’re not currently using a freelance platform in your business, you’re missing out on the opportunity to save yourself some serious time (and cash). As you dive into the world of freelancing and business ownership, you’ll quickly realize there are two types of tasks that your company requires: 1). Money-making deliverables for your clients. 2). Tasks that are necessary for your business to run properly but that aren’t billable hours. As a freelancer, it can be tempting to focus only on your client’s deliverables, but in order to really gauge where your time is being spent and accurately budget…
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Workstyle
July 10, 2018

Freelancers: Here are 4 Signs You’ve Reached Your Limit

As a freelancer, a comprehensive freelance platform can help you work smarter, become more efficient and achieve your ideal work-life-balance. By using tools that allow you to work more seamlessly, you’ll save both time and money by streamlining your workflow, not to mention alleviate some stress from your life. However, when you’re your own boss, it can be hard to tell whether you haven’t implemented the right tools yet in your business, or if you’ve simply taken on too much. If it’s the latter, it doesn’t matter if you have the best freelancer tools in the world, there simply isn’t…
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Business
July 5, 2018

Social Media Collaboration Tools to Take Your Company’s Online Presence to the Next Level

As a business owner in today's online market, you're likely already aware of the power of social media. However, a new set of social media collaboration tools are beginning to emerge, and smart companies are already starting to adopt them into their daily culture. If you haven't taken advantage of social media collaboration capabilities yet, you may be running the risk of falling behind your competition. These collaboration tools are a great way to bring your team together in ways like never before while continuing to expand your company's online presence and gain additional exposure to potential customers. Below are…
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Workstyle
July 5, 2018

Collaborative Project Management Tips from Great Leaders

As a freelancer, incorporating collaborative project management into your business allows you to meet other digital nomads and entrepreneurs while focusing on the aspects of your work that you love. In the words of Pele (who decidedly knows a thing or two about winning - at least when it comes to soccer), “no individual can win a game by himself,” and the same can be said about business! The more you can learn from others in your field, the greater the opportunity is to discover beneficial systems and skills for your freelance company. Whether you’re already a pro at collaborating…
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BusinessFreedom Economy
July 3, 2018

5 Freelancer Tools Every Solopreneur Needs

Working as a solopreneur comes with a lot of responsibility that you might not have expected, but having the right freelancer tools at your disposal can go a long way toward making your work easier. Whether you’re looking for ways to stay organized, maximize productivity, or get the most out of your busy schedule, the following five freelancer tools are a great way to get yourself moving in the right direction. After all, time is money, and as a freelancer, you understand the importance of making the most out of every minute throughout the workday so that you can maximize…
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Business
July 3, 2018

10 Things To Do Before Implementing Your Invoice App

Collecting client payments through an invoice app can be very intimidating for both new and experienced freelancers. How soon is too soon to begin bugging someone to pay you when they’re late on their bill? Should you call them or avoid an awkward conversation and send an email instead? Is it appropriate to charge late fees for serial late-payers?   To help take some of the ‘scary’ out of client invoicing, I’ve outlined 10 things to explore before implementing a new online invoice software system into your business.   1. Get Crystal Clear on Your Freelance Pricing Structure First and…
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