If you’re looking for flexibility and autonomy in your work, consider becoming a freelancer by following these steps.

You’re not taught in school that being a freelancer is even an option to consider. As a result, it’s a less clearly defined career trajectory. A common misconception with freelance is that it’s ...

It’s an eternal graduate-student dilemma: How do you earn enough money to live and still find time to do your academic work? Fellowships -- if you’re lucky enough to have one -- often pay less than a ...

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From side hustles to full-time self-employment, H&R Block's tools and support help freelancers manage their taxes with ...

If you need additional help but can’t afford to hire a full-time employee, working with a freelancer is a good option. Here’s how to negotiate fairly.

Freelance writing is a booming industry, and it could be a great way to enjoy remote work and set your own schedule. Yet becoming a freelance writer can be difficult and confusing, especially in the ...

With the monumental rise of the gig economy in recent years, many professionals are now seeing consulting and freelancing as viable career paths. Transitioning from the rigidity of traditional ...

One of the more aggressive arguments made against freelancing is that freelancers are necessarily less engaged in your work and organization than fulltime employees because they are outsiders. It’s a ...

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Freelancers frequently ask where they can find work. And, for remote jobs, two sites — Upwork and Fiverr — stand out. Almost any type of remote work — from animation to virtual assisting — can be ...