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How to set personal boundaries as a freelancer — and stick to them

As freelancers and business owners, there are two main concepts that we seem to struggle with; burnout and boundaries. Add a global pandemic into the mix and it’s easy to see how a lot of us came out of 2021 feeling utter exhaustion. That’s why setting boundaries in biz is at the top of my to-do list (and should be at the top of yours too).

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Six cool gift ideas your freelance clients will adore

As a freelancer, or anyone in business really, there are so many you want to create a memorable client experience—gifting is one of them! And with the holiday season just around the corner, we want to help you do client gifting well. Find out how to gift thoughtfully, and strategically this season with 6 cool gift ideas your clients will adore.

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How to stop task switching and get more done

Do you ever feel like your attention drifts from one thing to another all the time? You my friend, are ask switching (aka context switching or multitasking). It often happens when we have lots to do and don’t really know what to prioritise first because it all feels important. But task switching can have a detrimental affect on your productivity.

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How to get things done with a body double

A body double is associated with the world of filmmaking and television, but through the lens of productivity, it’s much less action-packed. A body double is simply someone who sits with you, virtually or in person, while you tackle tasks that may be difficult to do alone. It came about as a method for people diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) to get more done, but we can all benefit from a body double.

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The do's and don'ts of freelancer VIP days

VIP days are fast becoming one of my fave ways to work with clients as a freelance copywriter. I love being able to get in and out quickly, deliver high-impact work, and stay 100% focused on one thing at a time (single-tasking baby)! Here are some things to consider if you want to start building day rates into your biz.

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The power of video marketing [PLUS free Instagram Reels challenge download]

Video is a powerful marketing opportunity that isn’t going away anytime soon. The Head of Instagram recently shared that Instagram is no longer a photo-sharing app and that the company is looking to “embrace video more broadly”. Let’s be honest, we should have seen this coming. It’s time to get out of our comfort zone, and get comfy on videos.

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