Tools & guides How to make remote working a success as a freelancer For many aspiring and existing freelancers, the prospect of working remotely is a major upside. However, you may need to reality check the idea of…
Tools & guides Editable proposal templates in Word and Powerpoint First things first – have you read our guide about how to write engaging and winning proposals? No? Okay – have a look here first!…
Tools & guides Online courses to improve your Project Management skills Approach to learning in an age of abundance For the ambitious and driven, we live in a blessed time. There is an amazing amount of…
Tools & guides | For employers How to set up your consultants for success External expertise, whether freelancers, consultancies or agencies, can deliver transformational outcomes to an organisation. However, for this to happen the procurement process and engagement model…
Tools & guides Inspirational books for entrepreneurs and business builders Whether you are a freelancer, an independent consultant or work inside a large corporate, we reckon that if you are a regular visitor to Outsized,…
New to freelancing | Tools & guides | For employers Freelancer, contractor, gig-worker, interim and independent consultant – what’s the difference? The terminology used to describe non-permanent working has become increasingly confusing with many terms being used interchangeably, no agreed definitions and a lack of understanding…
Win more work | Tools & guides Turning your independent career into a boutique consulting firm While you may often find threads on the Internet on “how to get more clients as a freelancer,” seldom are there any on “what to…
New to freelancing The worst thing about becoming a solopreneur (but why should you still do it!) A taste of freedom is an exhilarating thing. It brings a sense of wonder and clarity, and a peek into a world beyond what you…
For employers Guide to hiring independent talent – Part 1: Identify the need – Freelancer vs Permanent Employee The COVID-19 pandemic has turned the business world upside down. While it has presented businesses with unique challenges, the most significant transformation has occurred in…
New to freelancing | Tools & guides The price is right! Pricing options for freelancers Freelancers worldwide are united in their effort to resolve the one dilemma they face now and then, “How to charge clients for the work done?”…
New to freelancing | Tools & guides Productivity tools for freelancers We have mentioned earlier that being a freelancer is like running a successful business. This means that besides being a subject matter expert who executes…
