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 Freelancing is especially difficult for disabled people. Despite the many pros of freelancing, there are major barriers that disabled people face  —including a lack of employee benefits, paid sick time, and internalized ableism.

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

Advocacy

Freelancing is a great option for many disabled people, but ableism is still a prominent issue.

How Ableism Shows Up in the Freelance World

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

The PRO Act could cause a lot of freelancers to lose their gigs, this article explains all the implications. 

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Jen Singer explains the potential implications of the legislation.

Could the PRO Act Cause You to Lose Your Freelance Work?

A lack of rate transparency is a major issue that freelancers face that causes them to be underpaid and overworked.

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A more open world helps everyone

How a Lack of Rate Transparency Hurts Freelancers

The recent ruling in the United Kingdom on gig economy workers may have an effect on US workers, but likely not for many years. 

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Indy Notes: Bloomberg Law on How the UK Uber Ruling Affects US Gig Economy Workers

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 

Push yourself to look at things from a new perspective and realize the full potential of all you have to offer.