Working from home when children are around is always a challenge, and that’s why planning ahead is key to get your work done. Now, this is something you can easily arrange when you know that school holidays are coming. But what happens when you didn’t have any time to plan? Your children may get sick […]
Why does everyone think that it is possible to make money without investing a cent? Can I tell you a secret? I’ve spent tons of money on courses, conferences, and education. And it’s not only because I love learning new things (I guess I could have stayed at school my whole life). It’s also because […]
Do you know that feeling when you get so hypermotivated with an idea that you can even visualize it? It might be pursuing your dream career, or moving to another country or even just losing weight! You know, that kind of goal we typically set ourselves for New Year or after the Summer holidays – […]
OK, let’s be real here. When someone describes herself as a blogger, the most likely reaction she’ll get is a blank stare, a half-smile or a raise of both eyebrows – or even worse: A raise of only one eyebrow! And you know why I think that happens? Because “normal” people have no idea about […]
To freelance or not to freelance – That might be your question. What is the perfect fit for you is completely up to you – and you alone. Because the problem with asking others for advice is that nobody is going to be able to put herself in your shoes – at least not completely. […]
Waiting for the right moment to do something is VERY tricky. Especially, if that something means that you’re quitting your job in order to start a home-based business. Because… When do you know that it’s THE best moment? How do you know that there isn’t going to be a better moment yet in a couple […]
You don’t have to be a business guru to know that freelancers and solopreneurs take many more risks than traditional employees. In fact, that’s reason #1 for employees not quitting their jobs and trying their luck in the self-employment world. “It’s just too risky” – They’d say. Now, is it really? How tough are self-employment […]
Welcome back to the Changing Careers Series! On each episode, I’m going to handle a different freelance career: A profession typically performed by people who have their own business, and work from home – or anywhere else. This week is all about ghostwriters. Let’s get started! What does a ghostwriter do? A ghostwriter is a […]
We all have that friend who always seems to have luck. Who got the best grades at college, applied for a study abroad scholarship and – guess what – got it. That friend who’s successful at work and looks happy with her personal life. You know what I’m talking about, right? And having someone like […]
Would you love to travel the world, or at least to take a longer vacation but you can’t afford to go on a trip for more than one or two weeks? Have you ever dreamt of traveling the world for a year? But who can do that, right? It’s not just how much money we’d […]
First of all, let me tell you that I’m not gonna try to convince you of what I think is best for you. Nor should you let others convince you. Whether you become a stay-at-home mom or a working mom is up to you. Both options have pros and cons, and you’re the one to […]
If you ask me, being a freelancer is the best way to work. However, we all know that not every freelancer spends every single day working at the beach with a piƱa colada to hand. In fact, I don’t know any freelancer who can afford working like that on a daily basis – and make […]
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