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Lisa Slater

Do Freelancers Need A Website?

Do Freelancers Need A Website?

A lot of people argue that you don't need a website. And they are kind of right. Technically, you can run a business without having a website, and lots of people do. But, even though you don't need a website, I think you're making

When Should You Hire A Mentor (And What Can You Expect)?

When Should You Hire A Mentor (And What Can You Expect)?

I used to think business mentors were a luxury. Something for other people. What could a mentor tell me that I couldn't learn from a book or the internet? There are hundreds of free resources on how to run a business. So I didn't bother getting

10 Common Freelancing Mistakes

10 Common Freelancing Mistakes

If you are thinking of quitting the nine-to-five or you’ve recently made the leap into freelance life, and you want to get off to a great start, here are ten common freelancing mistakes to avoid.

It's Ok To Say 'No'

It's Ok To Say 'No'

If you don’t want to do something, be honest. Delaying it will only make it harder to refuse at a later stage.

Are You Working Hard On The Wrong Things?

Are You Working Hard On The Wrong Things?

You only need to spend an hour on LinkedIn to see some form of debate around the “hustle” culture. On one side, you have people telling you you have to make sacrifices if you want success. Work evenings. Work weekends. Don’t take holidays. If you love what you do,

Are You Failing At Freelancing?

Are You Failing At Freelancing?

And what to do if you think you are Let me clear something up straight away – if you’re making money as a freelancer, you are not failing. You are not a failure. Freelancing is tough so the fact you have done it and made money from it is an

7 Reasons Freelancers Should Prioritise Exercise

7 Reasons Freelancers Should Prioritise Exercise

Twenty years ago, I barely did any exercise. It wasn't something that interested me at all. These days, I can’t imagine my life without regular exercise, and I genuinely don’t think I’d be able to deliver the quality of service I do if I didn’