Beware the Toxic Swamp
There’s a scary amount of bad business advice out there. Some of it is well-meant but based on nothing but guesswork, some is purposely malicious, and some is just plain toxic.
Business Development
The Problem With One-and-Done Freelance Services
If you only offer buy-once products or services, you constantly have to find and win new clients. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways you can build a business that isn't reliant purely on one-and-done projects.
Getting Retainer Clients as a Freelancer
When you offer retained services, your income will be more predictable and stable, and you won't need to constantly generate new business.
Hobbies Make You Better at Business
Anything that develops brain function (memory, logic, coordination), improves transferable skills (communication, problem-solving, innovation), or helps with your mental and physical health is going to be hugely beneficial.
5 Ways Creative Writing Can Benefit Your Business
Creative writing isn’t limited to poets and novelists – anyone can have a go. And it doesn't just make a good hobby, it can benefit your business too.
Does Your Business Work Around You?
If you want to make your dream lifestyle a reality, you need a business that supports it and works around you.
How to Spot "Red Flag" Clients (Before They Become Clients)
Unfortunately, not every enquiry is a good enquiry and not every client is a good client. Ideally, you want to filter out the bad ones before you start doing work for them.