This is a challenging time. We overnight entered a recession and we're learning how to cope. In this article we'll discuss the different ways to prepare and survive this recession and those to come.

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Inspiration

Dealing with recessions: how to prepare and how to survive

Sometimes life crises come up and you have to manage them while managing work. I share some of my top tips for getting things done while dealing with the most challenging parts of life.

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Self-Care

Top Tips for Managing Work While Dealing With Life Challenges

Finding fulfilling work is a desire for so many of us. It's easy to get lost in the world and feel like how we're spending our time isn't valuable or has any meaning. Click here to learn of our favorite resources to create a framework for finding meaning in your life.

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How to Find Fulfilling Work

Burnout is a really common occurrence in westernized countries. In this article, we share what causes burnout and how you can begin to overcome burnout and start feeling refreshed in your day to day life.


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How to Recover From Burnout

Click here to learn about the life of a freelancer, from working at home, setting a schedule once you move from full time, and learning freelancer self care. 

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Work/Life Balance

A Day in the Life of Freelancer

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 

Lindsey Moss is an indie with a fascinating and inspiring story of becoming a food photographer.

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Unconventional Indie: Food Photographer Lindsey Moss

Apple invested money into the independent music distributor UnitedMasters in a huge move supporting independent music.

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Indy Notes: Apple Invests $50 Million in Independent Music Distributor UnitedMasters

Working from home has it's challenges, but now there's apparently another big issue to worry about: blood clots. 

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Work Environment

Indy Notes: Yet Another Thing to Watch Out for While Working From Home

You've been working as a freelancer for a while and now you want to get back into full-time work, here are five questions to ask before making that big decision. 

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The Five Questions to Ask Yourself Before Returning to a Full-Time Job

Are you ready to declutter your desk and boost your productivity? Don't miss our 14 genius computer desk organization ideas to totally transform your workspace.

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14 Brilliant Computer Desk Organization Ideas and Hacks

What is the most difficult part about being a freelancer? Is it the social isolation? Work/life balance? Read on to learn about all the challenges.

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What is the most difficult part about being a freelancer?

Design your home office to be productive! Find the right location in your home, choose an ergonomic chair, declutter your workspace, and include greenery. 

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4 Great Design Tips for Your Home Office 

If you're looking for inspiration on how to set up your work from home office, look no further! Click here to view event tips to help have a great at home office and boost your productivity.

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7 Work From Home Office Setup Tips to Boost Productivity

Looking to find a coworking space in your neighborhood? Look no further than our Ultimate Guide to LA's coworking spaces.

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A Neighborhood Guide to Los Angeles Coworking Spaces

There are often so many coworking places to choose from. But how do you decide as a freelancer? Find out here!

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Choosing the Right Coworking Space for Freelancers

Having an ergonomic work station is very important for productivity and your health. Learn more here about our favorite tools for freelancers.

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