Freelance Adviser, Paul Silver, on casual networking events for freelancers and contractors. Making contacts, finding work, pitching, passing business cards, sharing skills and advice… and having a drink, or four.
Entries Tagged as 'Starting Out'
Casual Networking for freelancers and contractors
August 13th, 2008 · No Comments
Tags: Contractors · Freelancers · Networking · Starting Out · Winning new business!
The ADVANTAGES of being a self-employed contractor or freelancer
July 31st, 2008 · No Comments
In the last article Ground Zero’s Jack Forester talked about the disadvantages of going solo. Now he turns to the ADVANTAGES of being freelance or self-employed… which is MUCH more fun!
First, you are the boss. You say what goes. If you want a lie-in or a day off, it’s up to you (but make sure […]
Tags: Contractors · Freelancers · Lifestyle · Starting Out
The disadvantages of being a self-employed contractor or freelancer
July 31st, 2008 · No Comments
In the spirit of getting stuck into the difficult jobs that you hate, but which still need doing, Ground Zero’s Jack Forester talks about some of the disadvantages of being self employed.
First, it can be very lonely starting out in business, especially if you are doing it alone. You tend to spend the majority of […]
Tags: Contractors · Freelancers · Starting Out
Find an accountant for your freelance or contracting business
July 30th, 2008 · No Comments
In today’s current climate it is essential to choose every aspect of your freelance business dealings carefully. This applies not just to your clients and suppliers but also to your professional advisors - especially a good accountant.
The right accountant will meet all your business accountancy needs, from the preparation of accounts and dealing with tax […]
Tags: Contractors · Freelancers · Money · Starting Out
Podcast #7: How to take on a Project
June 19th, 2008 · 1 Comment
Andy talks to Dave Mellors & Malcolm Cook of First Light Associates about the things that need to be done when taking on a new project.
Topics Covered:
Getting and capturing the scope
How to charge for projects
Handling scope changes and change control
Project planning
Contracts, agreements and legal matters
Becoming a partner with your […]
Tags: Podcast · Starting Out

