As a freelancer, you probably spend a lot of your time sending invoices, waiting for payments and chasing clients. It can be a frustrating way to work and it’s a sad fact that many companies don’t pay freelancers on time, causing lots of difficulties. A client that pays on time is a rare and welcome… Read More
I quit my job. Today I handed in my notice to the company I have worked with for over 15 years, and it felt GOOD! I’m going to be blogging/freelancing for a living now and I couldn’t be happier! I was doing one management shift a week and then helping out on the odd shift when… Read More
The Best and Worst Things About Being Self-Employed As with many things, it’s swings and roundabouts. Being employed means office pals, rounds of tea and regular pay checks. Self-employment means no office politics, eating whatever you want for lunch (hello, Nutella sandwiches) and doing everything yourself. There are perks (and pitfalls) to both, but here’s… Read More