How to tackle the freelancer’s variable income problem
Being your own boss is one of the perks of becoming a freelancer. Self-employment offers flexibility regarding schedule and the way you work. However, none of this comes without a price! Freelancers assume all the profit from their business, but they also have to carry all of the risks. You have to make sure you …
Team productivity tips for fast growing startups
We have already mentioned the significance team productivity has to an organization’s performance. Naturally, efficient teams that cooperate well with each other contribute to the company’s goals achievement. Βarriers to team productivity However, productivity in the workplace can be impeded by many factors. In the case of growing companies, the main factor is change. Change …
Maximize your professional development in 5 ways
Have you ever wondered what all successful people have in common? Either they run a company or keep on landing promotions as employees. It seems like there’s nothing they can’t accomplish! Usually multi-talented and self-driven, they strive for one thing: professional development. The concept might seem complicated, but it mostly boils down to education. It’s …
5 reasons why freelance time tracking is a MUST
If you are a freelancer looking into ways to organize your schedule, you’ve come to the right place! In this post, we will explore the ways a freelance time tracking software helps you organize your workflow and increase productivity. We know the struggle of wrapping up a workday and feeling like you’ve accomplished only a …
Choosing the Right POS System: 4 Crucial Questions to Ask
These days, POS systems aren’t simply limited to classic open-and-close cash registers. Rather, modern POS systems are complex pieces of hardware and software that work together to bring businesses like yours into the 21st century. Whether you’re an established company still working off of clunky legacy hardware or an up-and-coming small business looking to make an investment …
How to encourage employee time tracking in 5 simple steps
By the time you are reading this, we hope you have already realized the importance of a time management software for your business. Just to refresh your memory, let’s mention some impressive statistics on the matter: Time tracking increases productivity: Companies have reported a 30% productivity boost in the first month of implementing it! “Over 85% of Best-in-Class companies integrate their time …
How to improve work-life balance and productivity in the workplace through time management
Over the last few weeks, we have delved into time management from a number of perspectives; what it is, how to achieve it, and how it benefits you and your business. In this article, we focus on how to improve work-life balance and productivity through effective time management. Besides, the ultimate goal of adopting a time management strategy in …
When should you get paid by the hour and when by project?
There are several ways to charge for your services. Some professionals prefer getting paid by the hour, others by the project or monthly, etc. Choosing how you to bill clients should be an informed decision so your business can be sustainable and thriving. More and more freelancers and agencies charge by the project – services providers, …
The best project management software for small business
Project management skills and techniques are necessary to survive in today’s business world. Thankfully, today there is a wide variety of tools that enable you to master project management and boost workplace productivity. As we have previously mentioned, implementing a robust project management strategy not only helps you organize daily activities but makes your company more flexible …
How to prepare an invoice for hours worked
One of the many challenges that freelancers and agencies face is how much to invoice for hours worked. Especially on a business’ onset, you need to make sure you charge fairly for your efforts. At the same time, you must remain competitive to attract more clients. If you are a freelancer or start-up business still struggling …
