How Much to Charge as a Freelancer: Why Almost Everyone Gets it Wrong

“How much should I charge as a freelance designer/developer/programmer?” This is one of the most commonly asked questions by freelancers (both newbies and veterans alike.) Well-meaning responses posted on message …

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The most successful change I’ve ever made to my company website.

My blog here is the stock WordPress theme because it suits my purpose. It’s not pretty, but it doesn’t have to be. However, I have put quite a bit more …

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Something Every Freelancer Needs to Learn (as Soon as Possible).

There’s a great scene in Netflix’s new “House of Cards” series that illustrates an important lesson for freelancers. Kevin Spacey’s character, a US congressman named Frank Underwood, is meeting with …

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How To Become a Successful Freelance Web Developer (and Not Kill Your Career)

By Jamie Begin Almost all freelance web developers are doing it wrong. And it’s a miserable existence to endure. If you awake one day and say “I’d like to be …

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Is your computer guy making $13/hr?

In terms of professionalism, network support companies run the gamut. Most any person with moderate computer experience can hang out their own shingle and claim to be a professional–and many …

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Your high IQ will kill your startup

I don’t normally like to write “drive-by postings” that merely link to someone else’s blog with minor commentary. However, I believe that “Your high IQ will kill your startup” is one of the most insightful blog postings that I’ve ever read. It’s an excellent reminder that “pride goeth before destruction” and that sometimes we can be too smart for our own good.

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