Financial commandments from the 'Freelancer's Bible'
Barbara Bogaev Jan 4, 2013
Sara Horowitz, founder of the Freelancers Union and author of "The Freelancer's Bible," shares tips and tricks for getting work, getting by and budgeting on an independent contractor's salary.
Headhunters adapt to gig-based economy
Audrey Quinn Jan 4, 2013
As the creative economy moves toward contract work, headhunters are evolving their approach to business, as well.
Five fee-setting strategies for freelancers
Sara Horowitz Jan 4, 2013
Planning your next freelancing gig? Before you settle on a rate, take a look at these fee-setting strategies.
Life after congress: Political headhunters
Kai Ryssdal Dec 12, 2012
Not all lawmakers at the end of their term are ready for retirement. An executive recruiter talks about how these "former electeds" make their way into the private sector.
Instagram beats Twitter in user engagement
David Brancaccio Sep 28, 2012
Twitter had more active users in August, and the world is getting more freelancers working online all the time.
For some, freelance gigs trump full-time jobs
Audrey Quinn Jan 4, 2013
Designers, videographers and other workers in the creative economy are embracing the flexibility of contract work, even though they have to sacrifice stability.
Rise of the gig economy
Stacey Vanek Smith Dec 30, 2011
As much as a third of American workers ply their trade in freelance and contract positions. The idea of working 9 to 5 for 40 years is going the way of the pension and the gold watch.
