Freelancers have a unique work-life dynamic, so they need to ensure they don’t lose sight of that when they are entering a new relationship. Here are some tips to consider before you try out an online dating site As most of us can agree, freelancing is an appealing lifestyle. It offers autonomy and the opportunity […]

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Worrying new figures reveal that recruitment firms are going bust at the fastest rate in 15 years, with 120 businesses entering liquidation in the last six months alone, according to a City AM analysis of UK government insolvency filings. This analysis points to mounting economic pressures and a slowdown in companies hiring new staff. So, […]

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Prove your analytical thinking skills to clients and unlock new freelance opportunities. Learn how to showcase your problem-solving and data analysis abilities A core skill that hiring companies are clamouring for is analytical thinking. Seven out of ten companies reckon it’s absolutely vital this year, according to the World Economic Forum’s 2025 The Future of […]

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Our beloved furry office mates, those champions of companionship, could be costing us more this year as pet insurance premiums set to rise In January 2025 pet insurer Many Pets surveyed 76 vets across the UK. They found the average cost for a vet consultation stands at £58.29 – up 8% from a year ago. […]

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Creating an elevator pitch may sound daunting and time-consuming for a freelancer. But it is well worth the effort. Here’s how to boil down your brilliance into one cracking sentence Here we share some tips on how you can encapsulate what you do to attract dream clients, but also all the different platforms and places […]

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With potential spending cuts or tax rises looming in the autumn Budget, personal finance experts share six proactive steps freelancers can take now to safeguard their finances Surprises that come in boxes are usually a good thing. However, personal finance and pension experts say any surprises coming out of the Chancellor of Exchequer’s Red Box […]

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Thousands of UK freelancers and contractors hoping for an end to client-led IR35 assessments face a significant delay, despite recent changes to company size thresholds. An update to the government’s Employment Status Manual has revealed that the eagerly anticipated relaxation of off-payroll working rules won’t happen overnight, potentially leaving many in limbo until the 2027/28 […]

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Eryn Peters, who helped create the AI Maturity Index and thinks a lot about how work will change, has an interesting idea. She suggests that companies hire freelancers through platforms using ongoing payment plans, where they can easily switch out team members and even create small, flexible “micro teams”. We analyse the pros and cons […]

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Freelancers across the UK, particularly in concentrated and high-value areas such as Kensington and Chelsea, the City of London, and Westminster, are facing a bigger financial blow than most as the recent hike in employers’ National Insurance contributions begins to take effect. Research conducted by the Liberal Democrats reveals that workers in the worst-hit regions […]

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London’s nightlife is on the cusp of a transformation, promising a future where the city truly comes alive after dark, mirroring the vibrant and leisurely evenings enjoyed across Europe. Could it also spark new opportunities for freelancers and small business owners? The government has announced an initiative to sweep away the outdated red tape that […]

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