Some say talk is cheap. We say, if you don’t talk, it can end up being really, really expensive. Working with clients is all about building relationships and trust. That’s …
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So, you’re beginning your professional life $80,000 in debt thanks to the degree that’s now hanging on the fridge at your mom’s house. You’ve gained some top of the line …
If you work for yourself and are wondering a) what the heck is business insurance, and b) why you need it, you’ve come to the right place. If this is …
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First things first. Where to begin? Sure, you’ve got a day job, but those martinis and shrimp ceviche cocktails can add up fast. Enter freelance work. Extra dough to spend …
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When you’re self-employed, it’s easy to slip into thinking that it’s okay (or even necessary) to grind away each day until you collapse in a puddle on your bathroom floor. …
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Does your workload feel like it’s a little too much? Are you feeling weighed down by a long to-do list and feel like you just can’t keep up? Or maybe …
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Breaking the law can sometimes be thrilling, but you don’t want to get popped for not having workers’ comp insurance. It’s not a story you’d brag about. So instead, you’re …
Names carry a lot of weight. We make assumptions and judgements based on names before we even know anything about the person/band/movie/business/product. If your friend tells you that you should …
In·vin·ci·ble inˈvinsəb(ə)l/ adjective too powerful to be defeated or overcome. “An invincible warrior” A lot of 1099ers feel invincible. It’s probably true in a lot of ways. You’re a hustler …
What is it? Workers’ compensation is a type of insurance employers need to carry for their employees’ job-related illnesses and injuries. It also protects you (the employer) if the employee …
A potential client comes to your house to take a look at your portfolio. Being the gracious host that you are, you offer a beverage. A martini? Sure. Extra dry? …
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Discipline. A sense of responsibility. Integrity. A dedication to quality. These are just a few traits that describe one’s work ethic. And while you might be a hard worker, you …
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