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Emily is a news contributor and writer for SelfEmployed. She writes on what's going on in the business world and tips for how to get ahead.

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Seniors Turning to Gig Work: Why a Growing Number of Retirees Are Unretiring in 2026

April 8, 2026

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How to File a Tax Extension: What Self-Employed Professionals Need to Know

April 6, 2026

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EU Platform Work Directive: What Freelancers Need to Know Before December 2026

April 3, 2026

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iHire report: 61% of American Workers Now Find freelancing Appealing

April 2, 2026

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How to Set Your Freelance Rates: A Step-by-Step Pricing Framework

March 30, 2026

Datavault AI

Datavault AI Moves From Concept to Execution as Profitability and a $200M Revenue Path Take Shape

March 30, 2026

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How to Write a Freelance Contract (With a Template)

March 27, 2026

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DOL Proposes New Independent Contractor Rule to Replace Biden-Era Standard

March 25, 2026

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1099 vs W2: What Freelancers and Independent Contractors Need to Know

March 24, 2026