The Importance of the Freelancer Contract

Whether a coder or a consultant, if you are working on a freelance basis, you will occasionally find yourself involved with a client who has a rather eccentric view of your professional relationship. They may ring you at all hours of the day or night, changing the details of your brief. They might ask you [...]

References and the Freelancer’s Dilemma

Recently, I’ve been back in touch with a good friend who I have also done some work for in the past. While it was great to catch up, I was also relieved to be in contact with him again, as he is my go-to guy should I ever need a reference.
For those freelancers who [...]

Are you Ready to Make the Jump into IT Contracting?

As businesses look to cut their costs, they may consider hiring contractors for IT projects rather than taking on full-time staff. With the variety of projects and levels of remuneration on offer, the life of a freelancer contractor can look like a tempting one. But is it really for you?
First, you need to decide why [...]

5 Tips for Preparing Yourself for the Year Ahead

Take steps to make sure that you’re well-placed to take advantage of opportunities in the year ahead.