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Review This Blog and I’ll Give Cancer Charities $10!

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By simonstapleton on July 02, 2009  |  Comments 0

Review This Blog and I’ll Give Cancer Charities $10!

I need your help! Last year I raised over $1,000 for Cancer Research Charities, and this year I’d like to raise more funds.

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Freelancers: How To Increase Your Rates, Annually

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By simonstapleton on June 15, 2009  |  Comments 2

Freelancers: How To Increase Your Rates, Annually

One of the hotly debated topics between freelancer and customer is the issue of rate escalation. Customers don’t want to pay more; they’re savvy enough to know that if you provide services year-on-year, you haven’t been subjected to marketing costs to land the gig. Nevertheless, your costs go up with inflation. What do you do?

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Freelancers: Does Your Personality Define Your Business?

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By simonstapleton on June 08, 2009  |  Comments 2

Freelancers: Does Your Personality Define Your Business?

All organizations have culture. Culture is intangible, and a description of the default behaviors, tendencies and styles of its workforce. Your freelance organization is no different, but what is your ‘culture’?

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Where Have the IT Jobs Gone?

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By simonstapleton on May 27, 2009  |  Comments 0

Where Have the IT Jobs Gone?

In a recent post on CIO.COM , it’s revealed which cities have IT jobs available for you to fill right now. I am not surprised to see that NYC and Washington D.C. are among these cities. Is Your city in the list?

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Freelancer Negotiation: Will You Factor?

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By simonstapleton on May 20, 2009  |  Comments 1

Freelancer Negotiation: Will You Factor?

Setting prices for freelance gigs is not an easy task. I am sure you know what I mean. It’s a dichotomy – you want to earn as much profit as you can, whilst at the same time offering an attractive price that your customer believes offers them value.

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Update on ‘Become a Smart and Effective Freelancer’

Update on ‘Become a Smart and Effective Freelancer’

Dang It!
The Become a Smart and Effective Freelancer course was due for launch on July 1st… But time ran out for me this month! It’s been a hectic mêlée of juggling several projects on the go so I decided to push the launch of this course out so that I can make sure I don’t [...]

June 29, 2009 | simonstapleton | Comments 0
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Are You Ready For Your Performance Review?

Are You Ready For Your Performance Review?

I recently launched a brand new blog dedicated to your performance review: ‘ACE Your Performance Review‘. Here is are some great articles that will really help you ACE your performance review and become a superstar in your workplace.

June 18, 2009 | simonstapleton | Comments 0
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Why You Will Never Be A Millionaire

Why You Will Never Be A Millionaire

So you want to be a millionaire? Well let me tell you that you won’t be, unless you are clear on your purpose.

June 08, 2009 | simonstapleton | Comments 8
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10 Essential Tips for IT Freelancers

10 Essential Tips for IT Freelancers

Creating a successful IT freelancer business is not an easy prospect, at least to start with, and the stress of keeping the business moving forward (and doing all the admin tasks) is compounded when you’re not sure when your next invoice will be paid or where your next gig comes from.

May 27, 2009 | simonstapleton | Comments 2
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How To Leave a Permanent Job to Become a Freelancer

How To Leave a Permanent Job to Become a Freelancer

Leaving the safety and stability of a permanent job is a daunting task. Thousands (like You?) don’t chase their dream of being their own boss every day because they just don’t know how to make that leap of faith and hand in that resignation letter that’s gathering dust in their minds!

May 22, 2009 | simonstapleton | Comments 5
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If You Lack Discipline, Don’t Beat Yourself Up!

If You Lack Discipline, Don’t Beat Yourself Up!

I found a great article when I was perusing one of Eric Brown’s latest posts - ‘6 Small Things You Can Do When You Lack Discipline’.
Recession may be making you doubt yourself, or create a drop in motivation, or perhaps you’re feeling unloved by your boss.

May 21, 2009 | simonstapleton | Comments 0
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Sunk Costs Are Irrelevant

Sunk Costs Are Irrelevant

Do you manage expense? Whether you’re a manager, professional or freelancer, if you make decisions that involve spending money then you must ignore sunk costs.
This is the advice from guru Seth Godin.

May 21, 2009 | simonstapleton | Comments 0
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Recession Survival – Lessons From Nature

Recession Survival – Lessons From Nature

Many parts of the world regularly suffer from drought and famine. People and wildlife seem to adapt well (as a matter of course) to what is a cyclical phenomenon.
So is economic recession.

May 18, 2009 | robhorlock | Comments 4
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Thanks For Your Comments!

Thanks to everyone who has left great comments on this blog and sent me private messages. I really appreciate your support in keeping this blog alive and kicking.

May 07, 2009 | simonstapleton | Comments 0
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Do Your Bosses Think You Web-Two-O Too Much?

Do Your Bosses Think You Web-Two-O Too Much?

Is Web2.0 a drain on your productivity?
The explosive use of LinkedIn, Facebook and MySpace has urged some companies to reevaluate their electronic-use policies. Some organizations have banned social-networking tools completely over concerns about a drop in productivity as well as data-security.
Has this happened in your workplace?

May 07, 2009 | simonstapleton | Comments 4
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