The Business of Freelancing

Mar 31, 2012Anthony CaruanaWorkbusiness, contracts, freelancing, management, productivity, professionalism, tips

The business of freelancing is hard work. I recently presented on this topic to my peers.

Time Wasting Clients

Jan 11, 2012Anthony CaruanaWorkclients, freelancing, productivity, professionalism, small business, working

Some clients expect you to be able hit short deadlines even though they delay sending you important information and are clearly out of their depth when it comes to managing time and organising a project. But time wasting clients cost you money.

Opportunity for new business is always close

Oct 10, 2011Anthony Caruana1 CommentWorkbusiness, clients, freelancing, productivity

Canny freelancers can find new business opportunities in almost everything they do. But they need to open their eyes to the potential.

Managing your personal brand

Jul 18, 2011Anthony CaruanaWork

You are your most important asset. Why don’t you treat yourself that way?

Business travel to New Zealand – tips

May 28, 2011Anthony Caruana3 CommentsWorkbusiness, freelancing, Journalism, productivity, travel

Looking for a way to do business travel in New Zealand on the cheap? Here’s what I learned on a recent trip.

Junkets, Gifts and Ethics

May 22, 2011Anthony Caruana5 CommentsWorkbusiness, ethics, freelancing, getting paid, Journalism

Establishing and documenting your code of ethics is important for protecting your professional reputation.

The tools of the freelance trade

May 20, 2011Anthony CaruanaWorkapplications, freelancing, iPad, SaaS, small business, Software, tools

Freelancers can be overwhelmed by all the different tools they can use. Here’s some information to help find a path through the confusion. Here’s a presentation I recently gave on some of my favourite tools.

My Elevator Pitch – Extended Version

May 18, 2011Anthony Caruana1 CommentWorkbusiness plan, customer service, freelancing, Journalism, professionalism, work from home

What do I do? It’s a question I’m often asked and had a chance to recently answer

Five Time Management Basics

May 8, 2011Anthony Caruana1 CommentWorkbusiness, business plan, freelancing, pay rates, productivity, professionalism, toolkit, tools

Development of time management skills is a key to freelance success.

Building up your profile

Apr 2, 2011Anthony CaruanaWorkclients, community service, freelancing, management, monetization, presentations, profile, starting out, tools

When you’re building your freelance practice, it’s important to find opportunities to get people to know you. A great way is to engage your local community.