If you’re used to the regularity of a monthly paycheque, then freelancing might come as a shock to the system. The uncertainty is enough to put a lot of people off. But with a few systems in place, you can make irregular income work for you. Making a living as a freelancer is only one […]
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In this guest post, the team at Rent A Therapy Room crunch the numbers behind working from home versus renting a professional room. Whether you’re just starting out or considering whether it’s time to move beyond the spare room, they explore the real costs of each option and what you should consider before making the
The theme of 2025 may well be defined by the proliferation and popularisation of therapy speak. We’re all now painfully aware of our attachment styles, our love languages, and we’re more confident than ever calling out gaslighting in love and in life. “Boundaries” is another term that is thrown around with careless abandon, often without
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As you can probably guess from the title, I’m taking aim at online courses today. I’m not saying online learning is a bad thing. Online learning has its place and is a great way to democratise education. (Although let’s not pretend for one second that making education available online for free is really leveling the
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One of the perks of being a freelancer is that you can do your job from wherever you feel most comfortable and happy. Location is everything when it comes to happiness and mood, so it makes sense to put down roots in a place that makes you feel energised and productive. While some will use
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We tend to put a lot of pressure on webinars and other free resources. It’s common to expect endless insight and the equivalent of a three-year degree course condensed into a 90 minute presentation. If you’re heading into a webinar expecting to emerge as an expert on the topic, I think you’re doing it wrong.
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My work has fallen into a comfortable rhythm recently, and for that I am incredibly grateful. Rather than always being oversubscribed and working weekends to manage demand, I’ve enjoyed a consistent and easily managed workflow lately. That said, I know a thing or two about coping with a quiet period as a freelancer. I know
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I never thought I’d be the coworking type – nevermind a WeWork type. After years of working from home (and loving the freedom) I’m now a huge fan of the structure that a work space brings. My screen time is down, because I have much better discipline about keeping work inside work hours. Once I get
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No one cares if your business fails. This might sound harsh and defeatist, but hear me out for a moment. When you’re working that 9-5 office job, plenty of people care if you are successful. But when you start your own business, you are on your own. If you aren’t good at your job, your
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If you’re reading this article, it means that either you own your own business or are thinking about starting one. No matter which category applies to you, it’s important to remember the following: Your business deserves the same amount of attention as any other client! This includes responding promptly to emails and phone calls, following
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