Tools & guidesHow to make remote working a success as a freelancerFor 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 & guidesEditable proposal templates in Word and PowerpointFirst things first – have you read our guide about how to write engaging and winning proposals? No? Okay – have a look here first!…
Tools & guidesOnline courses to improve your Project Management skillsApproach 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 employersHow to set up your consultants for successExternal 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 & guidesInspirational books for entrepreneurs and business buildersWhether 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 employersFreelancer, 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 & guidesTurning your independent career into a boutique consulting firmWhile 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 | Win more workHow to leverage Community platforms as a freelancerThe power of community Psychologically, being part of a community is a vital part of the human experience. According to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, the…
New to freelancingThe 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…
Win more work | Tools & guidesHow to grow your independent consulting practiceThe pandemic has fundamentally changed the way we work and the way that companies do business. Three years ago, it would have been impossible to…
New to freelancing | Tools & guidesThe price is right! Pricing options for freelancersFreelancers worldwide are united in their effort to resolve the one dilemma they face now and then, “How to charge clients for the work done?”…