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From Employee to Freelancer: Mastering the Art of Self-Discipline

by Laura De Troia

Dec 13, 2024

The allure of being your own boss, deciding how and when to work, is a dream that draws more and more people into the freelance world. The idea of shaping your work around your life, syncing it with y...

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Freelancers, It’s Time to Master the Power of No

by Laura De Troia

Dec 11, 2024

This morning, I found myself reflecting on the art—and challenge—of saying no. It’s a skill that’s both rare and underrated, whether in personal or professional settings. Take a look around, and you’l...

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Why Women Are Leading the Freelancing Revolution in the New Economy

by Laura De Troia

Dec 10, 2024

This morning, as I sipped my coffee in a café near my daughters' school, a familiar scene unfolded. Groups of women—moms I recognize from morning drop-offs—began trickling in, chatting in pairs or sma...

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The Rise of Freelancers: Key Insights From Europe’s 2024 Report

by Laura De Troia

Dec 5, 2024

By the end of this year, the much-anticipated Freelancing in Europe 2024 report will be released—a snapshot of how freelancing has evolved and expanded over the last 12 months. Presented by Malt, a le...

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The Freelance Fantasy: Is It Freedom or a Fallback Plan?

by Laura De Troia

Dec 4, 2024

How many times have we found ourselves stuck in a job that drained us, frustrated us, or left us feeling uninspired? And how many times have we dreamt about breaking free, starting something of our ow...

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Glovo’s Misstep: A Wake-Up Call for Freelancers Everywhere

by Laura De Troia

Dec 3, 2024

This morning, as I sipped my coffee and scrolled through the headlines, I stumbled upon a story that’s making waves in the freelance world. Glovo, the Catalan-born food delivery giant, has announced i...

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From Ghosting Jobs to Freelancing: Understanding Gen Z’s Work Mindset

by Laura De Troia

Nov 29, 2024

A few days ago, I came across a statistic that stopped me in my tracks: 40% of Gen Z—those so-called centennials—report feeling lonely. Many of them are grappling with deeper mental health challenges....

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The Future of Work Isn’t Back to Normal—It’s Forward to Balance

by Laura De Troia

Nov 28, 2024

In recent weeks, headlines have been dominated by the surprising about-face of corporate giants like Google and Amazon on the topic of remote work. After nearly four years of pandemic-induced flexibil...

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Is Franchising the Right Move for Aspiring Entrepreneurs?

by Laura De Troia

Nov 27, 2024

When the idea of starting your own business begins to spark curiosity, the possibilities can feel as vast as they are overwhelming. For many, the dream of becoming a freelancer or an entrepreneur is f...

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Reimagine Work: Freelancing as the Path to True Time Ownership

by Laura De Troia

Nov 26, 2024

For anyone who’s spent years as an employee, the 9-to-5 mindset isn’t just a habit—it’s a system ingrained into the way we think about work, time, and productivity. It’s what the job demands, shaped b...

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The Secret to Freelance Growth? A Partner Who Sees the Bigger Picture

by Laura De Troia

Nov 25, 2024

The freelancing world is a rollercoaster of emotions. For some, it’s thrilling—a chance to bring their vision, their very essence, into the world. For others, it’s a walk into the unknown, fraught wit...

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Dream, Dare, Do: Your Guide to Starting the Freelance Life

by Laura De Troia

Nov 22, 2024

Have you ever dreamed of becoming a freelancer? Of creating something that truly reflects who you are, your values, your vision of the world? Or maybe you’ve just wanted to find a job that brings you ...

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