Freelance Issues

Practical advice for managing the challenges of working independently from home or client sites. Topics include isolation, health, contracts, client relationships and work boundaries.

Dealing with Difficult Clients

How freelancers can manage difficult clients and maintain professional working relationships without burning out.

Feeling Socially Isolated as a Freelance Worker

Freelancers working alone often feel isolated, but joining communities and attending events can help them stay connected.

Freelance Work and Your Health

Freelance work takes a toll on your health without proper precautions like good equipment, breaks and exercise.

Freelance Workers and Client Meetings

How to prepare for client meetings as a freelancer, from logistics to professional appearance.

Freelance Workers and Contracts

Freelance workers need signed contracts to protect themselves and clarify payment terms, scope and expenses before starting any project.

Getting Started as a Freelance Worker

Figure out if freelancing suits your work style and whether there's actually a market for your skills before you quit your job.

Outsourcing Overflow Freelance Work

When you outsource overflow work, get client approval first and vet your freelancers carefully to keep projects seamless.

Setting Aside Free Time

Freelancers need breaks to stay healthy and productive, but taking time off means losing income, so here's how to actually relax without the guilt.