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[Podcast] Simple Mantra For Getting Everything Done

In this podcast, designer and author, Jim Krause, shares his simple mantra for getting things done without going crazy. Continue reading
Big Duck Looking for Creative Freelancers
If you’re interested in freelance opportunities at Big Duck, Sarah Durham's Brooklyn, NY-based design firm specializing in non profits, they are having a little get-together for creative freelancers on May 1 at 5 PM in Brooklyn. Continue reading
Freelancer: Know Thy Customer
What works for freelance copywriter, Tom Tumbusch, is targeted and highly personalized mailings to his carefully chosen and best prospects. Here's an example... Continue reading
[Podcast] 10 Tips for Networking With a Purpose

In preparation for the networking fest that is CFC 2013: The Business Conference for the Creatively Self Employed (www.creativefreelancerconference.com), networking expert, author and speaker Dana Manciagli shares with Ilise Benun 10 tips to networking with a purpose to get what you need. Continue reading
Socially-Minded Freelancer Wanted....

The Freelancers Union is looking for a freelancer who wants to be part of the movement and play a role as "member rep" on their Board of Directors. Excellent networking and growth opportunity! Apply by April 8. Continue reading
"Freelancer" Hires Full Time + Part Time Help!

CFC Veteran, Theresa Previ of Brooklyn, NY-based Treemarie says contracts are flying in so much she's hired f/t and p/t help PLUS is moving out of her home office. She'll be back at CFC in 2013 to learn more about the next stages of growth. Continue reading
Jessica Hische's Freelancing Advice
Was striking out on her own as a freelancer scary for @JessicaHische? Watch this 2 minute interview to find out... Continue reading
Need Help With Your Taxes?

Last minute tax advice for freelancers from indie tax expert, June Walker (who will also be at CFC 2013 in SF June 22-24)! Continue reading
Health Insurance + Freelancing

Some have health insurance through a spouse. Some (like me!) buy it (expensively) on the open market. Others stay at a job for it. And some don't have it at all. That's all about to change. But how has the challenge of finding affordable health insurance (and healthcare) has affected your decision to be independent? Continue reading
Growing By Scaling Back to Freelancing

Bennett DeOlazo of Studio B shares his progress and goals achieved since CFC 2012 and what he'll be for this year at CFC in San Francisco (June 22-24). Continue reading



