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Why the Winter Budget wasn’t all bad news for freelancers

Danielle Auld explains why the UK's winter budget could boost the freelance economy.

Danielle Auld19 Mar 20252 min read

A to Z of things that freelancers don’t get paid for (and other benefits we lose out on)

Dee Primett's handy list of things for freelancers to remember when they're deciding what to charge for their work

Dee Primett17 May 20217 min read

Coworking spaces — a good option or not worth the money?

Lisa Dellow delves into the positive and negatives of shared-office spaces.

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How to find copywriting clients who share your values

Kathy Sharpe's ideas for identifying copywriting clients you'll feel good about working with.

Kathy Sharpe18 Nov 20194 min read

I’m in a different world: adjusting to the freelance mindset

Sean Patrick Hand on the change in perspective that happens when you start working for yourself.

ProCopywriters team19 Jul 20192 min read

Freelance creatives! Spare a thought for your clients

Jonathan Wilcock on why he thinks empathy is the best policy.

Jonathan Wilcock6 Jun 20194 min read

My first six months as a freelancer

Matthew Dryzmala's account of the start of his foray into the world of freelancing.

Matthew Drzymala19 Dec 20185 min read

Why you don’t need a specialist freelance copywriter

Jonathan Wilcock says a firm no to copywriting niches.

Jonathan Wilcock28 Nov 20184 min read

How to get a mortgage when you’re self-employed

Andre Spiteri's helpful summary of the dos and don'ts of applying for a mortgage when you work for yourself.

André Spiteri10 Oct 20187 min read

Five top tips for overcoming loneliness as a sole trader

Elizabeth Hibbert's tips for overcoming isolation if you work on your own.

Elizabeth Hibbert27 Jun 20183 min read

How to take time off without killing your business

Karen Marston's advice on taking a break without having a breakdown.

ProCopywriters team30 May 20186 min read

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"Writer’s block is your mind's way of telling you to take a break and free your mind. You have to accept that no amount…

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