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Planning for your future as a freelancer
Posted on 26th July 2021 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
As a freelancer you’re fully responsible for planning your future and ensuring you don’t run into any financial difficulties – over the next coming years and further into the future, when you’...
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Cyber risk stalks ALL industries regardless of size
Posted on 26th July 2021 by Phil Ainley MCIM, CMktr, Dip DigM
Cyber – adjective Relating to or characteristic of the culture of computers, information technology, and virtual reality. Cyberattack – noun An attempt by hackers to damage or destroy a compu...
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How to keep your camera safe
Posted on 20th July 2021 by Caunce O'Hara
We often feel that our valuables are safest at home, tucked away behind locked doors and windows. But as a freelance photographer, this isn’t usually an option. Your camera is an essential part o...
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Life as a self-employed Project Manager with APM board member Yetunde Adeshile
Posted on 20th July 2021 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
As part of our Meet the Freelancer series of blogs, we interview many freelance professionals from a range of industries. This month, we meet London based Project Manager, Yetunde Adeshile. Yetu...
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What insurance do you need to start a recruitment agency?
Posted on 15th July 2021 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
When placing permanent and temporary staff into new roles, recruitment agencies and consultancies are exposed to many risks. This could include the negligent actions of a contract worker, a client ...
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Key points contractors should look for in a contract
Posted on 15th July 2021 by Phil Ainley MCIM CMktr Dip DigM - Marketing Manager
The April 6th deadline has long since passed and the potential fallout from private sector IR35 is arguably yet to be fully realised by contractors and end-clients alike. One thing to take comfort ...
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15 freelance professions you can do working from home
Posted on 9th July 2021 by Phil Ainley MCIM CMktr Dip DigM - Marketing Manager
Working from home during the Coronavirus pandemic will have given many professionals a taste of what it’s like to work as a freelancer. The flexible schedule and working in your casual clothes (some...
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Key points to consider if you’re thinking of hiring your first employee
Posted on 14th June 2021 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
Are you a self-employed freelancer, contractor or consultant who is ready to take their business to the next level? When you’re working on your own, often it gets to a point where you begin to th...
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Roadmap stages for dealing with late payments
Posted on 11th June 2021 by Phil Ainley MCIM, CMktr, Dip DigM - Marketing Manager
Late payments are a big headache for freelancers and small businesses, disrupting cash flows, restricting growth, and even causing some businesses to close. But what can you do to ensure you ...
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Four great reasons why you should consider legal expenses insurance
Posted on 9th June 2021 by Phil Ainley MCIM, CMktr, Dip DigM - Marketing Manager
As a freelancer, contractor or self-employed business owner, you will no doubt be aware of the need for professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and in some cases employers’ liabil...
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Freelancer numbers rise for first time in 12-months
Posted on 4th June 2021 by Phil Ainley MCIM, CMktr, Dip DigM - Marketing Manager
According to recent figures published by the Office for National Statistics (ONS.gov) there was a welcome rise in the number of freelancers in the UK, up from 4,313,000 in January to 4,331,000 in Febr...
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Tips to protect sensitive data while travelling
Posted on 27th May 2021 by Phil Ainley MCIM, CMktr, Dip DigM - Marketing Manager
Travellers are constantly connected to the internet and other digital platforms via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth through their variety of digital devices. It is common to see professionals working on their ...
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What are the pros and cons of working as a self-employed contractor?
Posted on 25th May 2021 by Phil Ainley MCIM, CMktr, Dip DigM - Marketing Manager
If you are adventurous and entrepreneurial, working as an independent contractor could be a great way to take control of your career. More industries are waking up to the benefits that hiring self-...
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Running an international Management Consultancy service with Mervyn Stanley
Posted on 24th May 2021 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
As part of our Meet The Freelancer series of blogs, we interview many freelance professionals from a range of industries. This month we meet Aberdeen based Sales and Business Development Consultant...
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Infographic – What insurance does an engineer need?
Posted on 19th May 2021 by Phil Ainley MCIM, CMktr - Marketing Manager
Understanding the range of different insurance types that are available can be confusing. We’ve created this graphic to help you to better understand the engineering insurance cover options ...
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