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Working From Home: The 8 Keys to Success

Three years ago, I was working within the (often dreary) confines of a cubicle-lined office on Bloor Street — clocking my 8-4 from Monday through Friday. If you had told me that in a year or two I would do a professional 180 to start working entirely from home with a mix

Freelance Life: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of the Gig Economy

In theory, freelance life seems pretty damn great. After all, it means the ability to flip open your laptop and work poolside from anywhere in the world, a morning “commute” that involves a trek from your bed to your home workspace, unlimited vacation days, and zero bosses. And, for the

What Are You Worth? How To Gauge Your Fee When Freelancing

Freelancing, while a flexible way to make a living, does come with its challenges. If you’ve just gotten into the world of freelance services, starting your own business or independent consulting, you may have a difficult time deciding exactly how much to charge for your work. Without the name of

9 Places To Work Remotely That Aren’t Coffee Shops

Working from home may sound like an office-job fantasy; sipping coffee in bed instead of wedging between two commuters on the subway, playing with your dog between projects, having access to a hot lunch that doesn’t cost you $15 plus tax. As wonderful as it may be to work in

The Truth About The Freelance Life

In today’s professional climate, it’s becoming increasingly apparent that the freelance lifestyle is no longer reserved only for writers and graphic designers. In fact, the freelance career path has seemingly been taking the workforce by storm. According to The Freelancer’s Union there are 53 million freelancers in the United States,