Advice

Providing advice and support to freelancers is a big reason for this site to exist. It’s run BY freelancers and FOR freelancers (and remote workers!)

Scroll down to see all of our freelance advice posts – or start with some of these most popular ones:

Details of my Freelance Kickstarter course.
How to protect your mental health when you work from home.
Being a Writer – one of our trademark “open and honest” posts, on the realities of being a freelance writer.
Sites Like Upwork – A list of alternatives to Upwork for online freelance gigs.
How to Get Approved on Upwork.
The 52 Best Freelance Websites (for Beginners and Experts!)

Freelancing Jobs for Beginners: A “Back to Basics” Guide

November 14, 2018 by Ben Taylor, Updated November 16, 2021

This freelancing jobs for beginners guide is essential reading if you’re looking to find out what options exist for you in …

November 12, 2018 by Ben Taylor, Updated November 16, 2021

I’ve lost count of how many times people have emailed me to ask about the freelance rates they should charge their …

September 25, 2018 by Michelle Lovrine Honeyager, Updated November 15, 2021

Striking out into the world of self-employment can feel empowering – at first. Then you’re suddenly faced with all the responsibilities …

September 24, 2018 by Kristina Nelson, Updated November 12, 2021

If you’re new to the world of freelance writing, or an old hand looking for some new content writing jobs, then …

August 2, 2018 by Ben Taylor, Updated November 15, 2021

This particular freelance advice article is one that’s been percolating for some time, so I thought it was about time I …

March 22, 2018 by Ben Taylor, Updated December 17, 2021

Anyone doing an initial online search for work from home jobs could quickly find themselves convinced that there are thousands of …

January 12, 2018 by Ben Taylor, Updated November 16, 2021

Have you ever wondered if there’s a one-stop website somewhere where you’ll find all the freelance writing jobs for beginners? Sadly, …