Tag: finances

How to Write a Project Brief: A Step-by-Step Guide for Freelancers

A client says, "Just make it pop," or "you know what we

Mark Paulson By Mark Paulson

What Is a Chargeback? A Plain-English Guide for the Self-Employed

A chargeback is a forced reversal of a card payment that a

Mike Allerson By Mike Allerson

What Is a Pro Forma Invoice? A Plain-English Guide for the Self-Employed

A pro forma invoice is a preliminary bill that you send before

Erika Batsters By Erika Batsters

How to Write a Freelance Proposal That Wins Clients (With Template)

You had a great call with a potential client. They asked you

Hannah Bietz By Hannah Bietz

How to Create a Freelance Invoice Template That Gets You Paid Faster

You finish the project, send an email with your payment details, and

Hannah Bietz By Hannah Bietz

How to Open a Business Bank Account as a Sole Proprietor

You have been depositing client payments into your personal checking account for

Renee Johnson By Renee Johnson

COBRA Insurance Cost: What the Self-Employed Actually Pay

You just left your job to freelance full-time, and the HR paperwork

Mike Allerson By Mike Allerson

14 Ways To Manage Your Mindset During Slow Periods

Every self-employed person eventually runs into the same uncomfortable season. The emails

Mark Paulson By Mark Paulson

12 Projects Freelancers Should Tackle Only During Slow Seasons

Every freelancer knows the feeling of a sudden quiet week. The inbox

Mike Allerson By Mike Allerson