Lifestyle Tips

The freelance lifestyle has a lot going for it. In this collection of posts we show you how to make the most of freelancing, with tips on keeping yourself healthy, happy, and productive.

  • Can You Take a Sick Day as a Freelancer?

    Can You Take a Sick Day as a Freelancer?

    Can You Take a Sick Day as a Freelancer?

    Mar 12, 2023

    • Freelance Tips
    • Lifestyle Tips

    One of the best things about freelancing is that you have complete control over your time – you can work whenever and wherever you like. However, this independence has some drawbacks. For example, what should you do if you need to take a sick day?  At some point over the course of your career, you’ll […]

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  • How to Use a Coworking Space as a Freelancer

    How to Use a Coworking Space as a Freelancer

    How to Use a Coworking Space as a Freelancer

    Mar 10, 2023

    • Freelance Resources
    • Freelance Tips
    • Lifestyle Tips

    If you work as a freelancer but find that you miss the office atmosphere, coworking spaces could be the answer for you. But what exactly are coworking spaces, and how do you use them? In today’s post, we’ll take a look at what coworking spaces can offer freelancers and how you can make the most […]

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5 Ways to Combat Loneliness as a Freelancer

  • 10 Gear Essentials for Working Nomads

    10 Gear Essentials for Working Nomads

    Mar 03, 2023

    • Lifestyle Tips
    • Working From Home

    The digital nomad lifestyle is often flexible, freeing, and minimalist.  That said, some items are essential to take with you if you plan to work while you travel. Read on for our 10 gear essentials that will help you get the most out of life as a working nomad. 1. Backpack If you’re spending a […]

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  • How to Get a Digital Nomad Visa as a Remote Worker

    How to Get a Digital Nomad Visa as a Remote Worker

    Mar 01, 2023

    • Lifestyle Tips
    • Working From Home

    As remote work and freelancing continue to gain popularity, many countries are now offering digital nomad visas.  Our guide explains everything you need to know about digital nomad visas, including how to apply for one. What Is a Digital Nomad Visa? Digital nomads are people who travel as they work. Digital nomad visas are a […]

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  • Why Proofreading Is a Great Remote Job for Former Teachers

    Why Proofreading Is a Great Remote Job for Former Teachers

    Feb 22, 2023

    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Lifestyle Tips

    If you’re a retired teacher or would like to swap the classroom for a work-from-home job, freelance proofreading could be the career for you. Why? Because: Read on to learn why proofreading is a great remote job for former teachers and how your teaching experience can help you take on the freelance proofreading lifestyle. 1. […]

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  • Why Proofreading Is the Best Remote Job for Expats

    Why Proofreading Is the Best Remote Job for Expats

    Feb 17, 2023

    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Lifestyle Tips

    An expatriate, or expat, is a person who has left their home country to live in another one. There are several reasons why someone might choose to do this, such as for work or the opportunity to experience a new culture.  If you’ve moved to a new country without a job, or have a job […]

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  • How to Use the Pomodoro Technique as a Freelancer

    How to Use the Pomodoro Technique as a Freelancer

    Jan 29, 2023

    • Freelance Tips
    • Lifestyle Tips
    • Organisation and Productivity

    While it’s always beneficial to be productive at work, it’s especially important as a freelancer, as your income often depends on how many projects you can take on.  The Pomodoro technique is a popular time management system designed to increase focus and productivity while completing work-related tasks. Read on to learn more about it and […]

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  • Digital Declutter: 7 Satisfying Ways to Tidy Your Digital Workspace

    Digital Declutter: 7 Satisfying Ways to Tidy Your Digital Workspace

    Jan 18, 2023

    • Business Tips
    • Freelance Tips
    • Lifestyle Tips

    If you’re a freelancer, you probably manage an endless stream of files and emails from various clients. So it’s important to make time to carry out a regular “digital declutter” so that you can work more efficiently and easily find the information you need. And, just like cleaning out your desk drawers, it can be […]

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  • What Is Toxic Positivity? (And How to Avoid It as a Freelancer)

    What Is Toxic Positivity? (And How to Avoid It as a Freelancer)

    What Is Toxic Positivity? (And How to Avoid It as a Freelancer)

    Jan 13, 2023

    • Freelance Tips
    • Lifestyle Tips
    • Wellbeing
    • Working From Home

    While it might seem like an oxymoron at first, toxic positivity is a very real – and potentially harmful – phenomenon. Let’s take a look at what toxic positivity is, how it manifests in the workplace, and what you can do to avoid it as a freelancer. What Is Toxic Positivity? Toxic positivity refers to […]

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  • 9 Signs It’s Time to Find a New Job

    9 Signs It’s Time to Find a New Job

    Dec 23, 2022

    • Finding Work
    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Lifestyle Tips

    Are you considering a career change, but aren’t quite sure if it’s the right decision? Here are nine signs that you might be better off with a new career and some tips on how you can go about finding a job that’s right for you. 1. You Dread Workdays Ever get that sinking Sunday feeling?  […]

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