Founders work tirelessly on every aspect of their startup, whether it be branding, hiring, marketing, accounts, planning or pitching. You name it, they do it.  It’s more than a full-time job, it’s a lifestyle. The initial excitement of starting a business is a great motivator early on, however, it can also distract from the grand vision. Tiredness, mistakes and burnout creep in as founders spend more time trying to master areas they are not qualified in. It goes without saying therefore, that they could all do with a little help from time to time.

There’s no doubt that raising capital as a startup can be challenging at the best of times, but doing so in the midst of a pandemic is another story. That said, if we’ve learned one thing over the past few months, it’s that humans have an innate ability to adapt. The millions of individuals who are successfully working from home having never done so before the pandemic hit are a prime example.  Similarly, startups have adapted. They’ve identified the best ways to go about funding their businesses during this tumultuous time. One such method which I’ve noticed many startups pursuing over the past few months is crowdfunding.

I was job hunting when the pandemic hit in March. I had recently finished a contract working as an account executive in an ad agency and was looking to secure my next contract.  Perfect timing, right? 

I’ve undertaken two Zoom interviews since the pandemic hit.  How did they compare to your traditional, in person interview?  The two words that come to mind are ‘overwhelming’ and a bit ‘awkward’.

There's nothing like a good review when choosing a suitable freelancer for a job. Now Freelancer Club members are able to receive recommendations and reviews on their profile. Not only will this increase your chances of landing the job when applying via the site but it will also bump your profile up the Freelancer charts for more exposure.

How much does wedding makeup cost in the UK? Wedding Makeup Artist rates don't have to be complicated and your wedding day is not the time to be walking down the aisle looking anything but your absolute best. Therefore, choosing your wedding makeup artist is a decision worth getting right. Here's a list of wedding makeup artist rates and prices. 

You want to find a talented writer, graphic designer or photographer for your next project but you're not quite sure how to conduct an interview with a freelancer.  While there’s lots of advice available online to help candidates perform well during interviews, I’ve rarely come across any pieces with tips and tricks that benefit interviewers.  Like freelancers, interviewers can under prepare and hence underperform during interviews. At what cost, you ask? Well, letting talented freelancers pass them by, making poor hiring decisions and wasting lots of time.

From today, self employed individuals can apply for the second SEISS grant. The grant, which aims to help those whose earnings have been negatively impacted by Covid-19, is worth up to £6,570.  In this article, we’ll give you the rundown on this new grant - how it compares to the first grant, how you know if you're eligible and how you can claim it.