IT and tech news and guides
Freelancer FinancesA UK Freelancer's Overview of Statutory Sick Pay
SSP is inspiring petitions, lobbying and letters to ministers. But why, what is it and what is there instead?5 min
Freelancer NewsCovid-19: Government throws self-employed freelancers a financial lifeline, of sorts
Despite a vow of cash grants for 95% of them, real concern remains about coronavirus striking down UK sole traders.4 min
IT Career AdviceCoronavirus: Why now is the perfect time to plan for your next tech role
Whether you are already in a tech role, are currently unemployed or have unfortunately been made redundant, now may be the perfect time for you to plan your next career move.3 min
Freelancer NewsHow to freelance while you are employed
In this guide, we look at how to freelance while you are working as an employee. This includes creative freelancer jobs such as article writing and graphic design.2 min
Guide to FreelancingFreelancers, amid the coronavirus, these legal steps can help protect you
The self-employed should make a few quick contractual moves to stop COVID-19 harming their business.5 min
Guide to FreelancingFreelancers’ Questions: How to legally tackle my design client terminating me early?
Six sections could contain an answer for a creative cancelled through no fault of their own.3 min
Freelancer News‘Fatal flaw’ to omit self-employed from Britain’s new immigration policy
The government's ruling out of any freelance provision for 2021 entry is condemned.3 min
Freelancer FinancesFreelancers, here’s how to answer the dreaded ‘What’s Your Rate?’ with ease
No self-employed people really like the short, sharp pay probe, so try these three to smooth its edges.4 min
Guide to FreelancingTop 5 negotiation strategies for freelancers
Find out the best ways to navigate getting the right payment from clients as a freelancer.4 min
Guide to FreelancingHow to clinch the freelance hourly rate you deserve
In work and before it begins, there's a trio that the self-employed can't afford to miss.3 min
Guide to FreelancingFour steps to calculating your hourly rate as a freelancer
Look. Learn. Believe. Decide. Plus other tips to help you tot up how much you're worth to clients.4 min
Freelancer FinancesHow to freelance in the UK for overseas clients
As a UK freelancer who carries out work for overseas clients, or who is based overseas yourself, you might wonder where and how to pay your tax bill. We look at how you can freelance in the UK for overseas clients2 min
Freelancer NewsHow to pay tax as an Italian freelancer for a London-based company?
No cure for his 'big fear,' but a new freelancer may qualify for a small liability this first time around.3 min
Freelancer NewsFreelancers’ Questions: How to freelance in the UK as an EU citizen after Brexit?
Between today and December it's 'as you were,' but after that, it's uncertain.3 min
Freelancer NewsGender rate gap goes into reverse for top creative-media freelancers
Social Media, Videography and PR now pay men less handsomely than women for the very same skills.3 min
Freelancer FinancesWhat can freelancers do to reduce their tax bills this year?
Saving money wherever you can is a priority for freelancers so here are ten things freelancers can do to reduce their tax bills this year.5 min
ContractingGuide to IR35 for IT Contractors
Whether you're an IT contractor or you operate your own limited company you may already be familiar with the term, IR35.4 min