The idea of freelancing can be vague and unclear. How does the freelancing business model work and what do you need to understand before you get started?

A lot goes into setting up your freelance business model

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Business Development

Making Sense of the Freelance Business Model

How do you connect with high paying clients and high quality writing gigs? Here's a look at 5 under-the-radar ways to land new freelance writing opportunities.

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5 Ways to Find Freelance Writing Jobs (Even Without Experience)

Getting started in freelance can be intimidating. Here are the tools you need to start successfully freelancing full time.

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The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Freelance Business

How, when and why to grow active social media strategy and active online presence for any digital brand and business through content marketing to customers

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Branding

Is having an inactive social channel bad for your brand?

Want to write for B2B startups but aren’t sure where to start? Check out these tips and strategies for targeting your dream clients.

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Tips for Finding Freelance Writing Jobs

SWOT analyses are a great tool for freelancers to leverage when consulting for their clients or are evaluating their professional career. Click here for templates now.

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Strategic Planning

SWOT Analyses & Templates

Getting paid is hard - we make it easier to ask your clients for payments in a professional and friendly way with our free templates and advice. Click here to learn more.

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Finances

How to Politely Ask for Payment

Click here to learn the different types of retainer contracts and what agreements to discuss with your clients. Download our template and learn about retainer contracts here.

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Contracts

Graphic Design Retainer Contract

Everyone's hurting due to COVID. To help support you we've included some email templates you can send to connect with your clients and reengage your relationships.

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Relationship Building

Email templates and tips for connecting with your past clients during COVID-19 

The PRO Act will have a significant impact on the entire freelance world, but women may bear the brunt of the burden. 

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Fighting the good fight for independent workers and educating about issues that freelancers face.

Advocacy

Women may be the most harmed by the ABC test in the PRO act

What the PRO Act Means for Female Freelancers

Making internet content accessible for those with disabilities is very important, but it can be daunting to think about where to even start. This article breaks down some simple things you can do to help others!

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How to Make Your Online Content Accessible for All

Take control of your freelance project management with these tips for time efficiency, budget tracking and managing a team of freelancers with multiple projects.

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12 Tips to Manage Your Freelance Small Business and Your Projects

Computer programming is an exceptionally lucrative field. Click here to learn how to break through as a freelance computer programmer in a big way.

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From 0 to 1: Our Top Tips for New Freelance Programmers

Getting started in the freelancing world can be intimidating. Click here to learn how to get new freelance jobs as a beginner — from networking, and leveraging tools, to accessing online job boards, Indy’s got you covered.

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Getting Started: Top Freelance Tips for Beginners

For established and new graphic design freelancers alike, sometimes the work dries up. Try these tips to find new graphic design gigs.


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How to Find a Graphic Design Job as a Freelancer

Wondering if you can benefit from virtual assistants? Click here to learn the top reasons to consider getting a virtual assistant and how they can help.


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Should I Hire a Virtual Assistant?

Free from the bounds of traditional jobs, the sky’s the limit when it comes to freelancing. But how do you start growing your business? Try these strategies.


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How Should I Grow My Freelancing Business?

Generating clients as a freelance writer can be difficult. Fortunately, Indy has the tools to help you get your foot in the door. Click here to learn more.

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How to get genuine clients for freelance content writing

Wondering if Upwork is right for you? Click here to learn all about copywriting on Upwork and everything you need to know before deciding to get started.

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Freelance Copywriting With Upwork: Is It Worth It?

The idea of starting a brand new freelance business from scratch is daunting. Trust me, I’ve been there. That’s why I put this together for you – take a look!

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Starting a Freelance Business from Scratch: A How-to Guide

Click here to learn how to start a small freelancing business from scratch. Whether you’re developing your skill set or finding clients, we’ve got you covered.

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How To Start A Freelancing Business From Scratch

Want to launch your career as a professional illustrator and spend your days making art? Follow these steps for a successful jumpstart.

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What Are the Steps to Beginning an Illustration Career?

An online business can give you a strong, profitable income while you work from home and make your own schedule. Here’s how to get started.

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I Want to Start an Online Business. What should I Do?

Work from home freelance jobs no longer mean low paying tasks. Start a career with these work from home jobs, whether or not you have a degree.

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26 Freelance Jobs You Can Do From Home

If you’re working as an independent contractor, do you need to register for a business license? Don’t keep guessing, get the facts!

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Do I need a business license to freelance?

You can find thousands of freelance business developers with a Google search. But how do you find one that’ll actually help you meet your goals? Read our tips.

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Where can I find a good freelance business developer?

Before you dive all-in with freelance writing, there are a few things you should know and prepare. Read our guide for getting started so you don’t miss a beat.

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How to Start a Sustainable Freelance Writing Business

There's still work out there - you just need to be able to find it. And then pitch yourself to get the jobs. Insert 25 Ways to Find Freelancing Jobs. Read more.

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25 Ways to Find Freelance Writing Jobs (Even in a Pandemic)

Looking for the best place to find work online as a freelancer? There's more out there than freelancer.com and our writers have found the top 8 alternatives.

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