Finding networking events can be really challenging, especially when there are so many and they're in different places! Click here to learn more about finding them.

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Networking

How to Find Networking Events in Los Angeles

Communicating effectively is one of the best skills you can have as a freelancer or an employee. Click here to learn how freelancers can more effectively communicate with their clients, colleagues, and organizations.

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Business Development

How freelancers and organizations can communicate more effectively 

A big part of continuing your growth into a successful freelancer is to collaborate with other freelancers. Here are some tips for getting started!

Collaborating with other freelancers can be a big part of growing your business

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Subcontracting

 Collaborating with Other Freelancers to Grow Your Businesses

Finding freelance work can be hard when you don’t know where to look. Here are a few tips that will help you find your next job.

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The Top Ways to Find Freelance Work

The PRO Act is getting a lot of press and many freelancers fear it could cause them to lose their jobs. The Guardian takes a look at the potential impact.

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

Advocacy

Indy Notes: The Guardian on the Dangers of the PRO Act

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

Free SWOT Analysis Template: Use This Tool to Plan Your Next Strategy

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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Invoices

How to Politely Ask for Payment (with email samples)

Getting started with something new is the hardest part. But if you're looking to become a freelance marketer, check out our expert tips for making it happen. 

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Marketing

How to Get Started in Freelance Digital Marketing

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

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Attorney Invoice Template

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Accountant Proposal Template

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Business Proposal Template

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How to maximise your pitch acceptance rate with the pre-pitch checklist?

It's easy to get sucked into the trap of thinking there aren't enough freelance jobs available, but the scarcity mindset is dangerous. Focus on the abundance of available jobs to get your mindset right . 

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A scarcity mindset can be particularly prevalent with freelancers of color

How Can Freelancers Switch from a Scarcity Mindset to an Abundance Mindset?

Many LGBTQ people feel that working in a traditional environment creates issues around their identity. This article takes a look at ways that freelancing addresses these issues. 

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How Freelancing Allows LGBTQ+ Folks More Agency Over Their Identity

A survey from TD Ameritrade shows that queer millennials are more likely to choose a side hustle to supplement their income than straight millennials. Writer Lindsey Danis explores some reasons why LGBTQ people are more likely to freelance.

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Multiple factors contribute to LGBTQ millennials turning to freelancing over traditional employment

Why Are Queer Millennials More Likely to Freelance?

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Best HoneyBook Alternatives to Manage Your Projects 

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

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

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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