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Financial commandments from the 'Freelancer's Bible'

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.
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Headhunters adapt to gig-based economy

Jan 4, 2013
As the creative economy moves toward contract work, headhunters are evolving their approach to business, as well.
Posted In: freelancing, headhunting, freelance
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Five fee-setting strategies for freelancers

Jan 2, 2013
Planning your next freelancing gig? Before you settle on a rate, take a look at these fee-setting strategies.
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Instagram beats Twitter in user engagement

Sep 27, 2012
Twitter had more active users in August, and the world is getting more freelancers working online all the time.
Posted In: Tech, freelance, instagram, Twitter
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For some, freelance gigs trump full-time jobs

Jan 4, 2012
Designers, videographers and other workers in the creative economy are embracing the flexibility of contract work, even though they have to sacrifice stability.
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