The number of job vacancies has been sliding in the last quarter, which could mean a recession is heading our way. While freelancers could be in higher demand other challenges could arise when companies are pinching their pennies. Here we highlight how to seize opportunities while equally securing timely payments. James Reed of the eponymous […]

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Gary Lineker’s high-profile IR35 dispute with HMRC has finally concluded, with the two parties reaching an out-of-court settlement. While the exact details remain confidential, the case offers valuable lessons for freelancers about navigating the complexities of IR35 legislation. The news follows the ex-football star and sports commentator’s spin-off TV production company Goalhanger Films’ going into […]

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The account of a freelancer working in TV production in “Brutal hours, tyrants and chest pains: a freelance producer on the reality of British TV” lays bare the harsh reality for many freelancers in the industry: unpaid overtime, disregard for personal time, and the constant threat of unemployment. But how can these often isolated and […]

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Some 900,000 new small businesses launched in the UK in 2023. The good news is over half (53%) of them are looking to hire on a contractor or freelance basis, according to a new survey by 1st Formations. While this is promising, there is a slump in UK recruitment levels, as reported previously by The […]

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Working for a startup can conjure up visions of dynamism and self-satisfaction as teams overcome challenges and break new ground. However, a recent Sifted article, “Almost two-thirds of startup employees say managers are unprepared to take on the role,” serves as a timely reminder: temper your expectations when freelancing for a young company. A common […]

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