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How to Estimate the Cost of a Freelance Project
Pricing & RatesProposals & Contracts

How to Estimate the Cost of a Freelance Project

Deciding what to charge is one of the most important parts of any freelancing project. Charge too much and you'll risk scaring your potential client away. Charge too little and…

Payments & InvoicingProposals & Contracts

What To Do If Your Freelance Client Refuses To Pay

Unfortunately, many freelancers encounter clients who delay payment, ignore invoices, or simply refuse to pay altogether. Learn how to navigate these difficult situations!

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8 min read
Client CommunicationProject Management

How to Prepare for Client Calls (and Avoid Nervous Rambling)

You're on the phone with a potential new freelance client. The conversation is going smoothly until they ask about cost and timeline. Suddenly, your anxiety kicks in...

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10 min read
Career TransitionsLifestyle

What to Know Before Buying Your First Home as a Freelancer

Buying a home as a freelancer can feel impossible. The process can be complex, intimidating, and stressful, especially when your income is unpredictable. In this article, I'll share what I wish I knew before…

Matt Olpinski
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15 min read
News & Opinion

2022 Year in Review

This year was all about routine. It was my first year full-time at Instacart and I continued working with my own freelance clients. My personal life was also filled with special moments and memories!

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10 min read
Finances & TaxesPayments & Invoicing

Should You Add Tax to Your Freelance Project Invoices?

You may need to apply sales tax to your invoices when selling products, but you can't just arbitrarily add a tax to your invoices in an attempt to pass your income tax burden onto…

Matt Olpinski
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5 min read
Getting ClientsNews & Opinion

10 Things Every Freelance Business Has in Common

Whether you're a designer, makeup artist, glassblower, or dog walker, all freelance businesses share 10 fundamental similarities that are the pillars needed for success.

Matt Olpinski
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13 min read
Payments & InvoicingPricing & Rates

Should You Ever Work for Free as a Freelancer?

Sometimes it makes sense to work for free. Other times may require more discernment. Either way, you should always receive something of value.

Matt Olpinski
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7 min read
Finances & Taxes

How To Maximize Passive Income As A Freelancer

Passive income sources like stocks, crypto investments, rental properties, and content creation can offset the financial risks of freelancing

Matt Olpinski
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5 min read
News & Opinion

2021 Year in Review

2021 was a great year. It was quite different than I imagined and ended with an unexpected plot twist! As always, I'll highlight professional accomplishments and share personal updates with photos!

Matt Olpinski
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7 min read
Career TransitionsNews & Opinion

Why I Took a Full-Time Job After 10+ Years of Freelancing

On November 29th, 2021, after more than a decade of freelancing, I started a full-time job as a Senior Product Designer II at Instacart.

Matt Olpinski
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7 min read
Getting ClientsPortfolio Websites

How to Supercharge Your Website’s Contact Form (and Attract Better Freelance Clients)

If your websites contact form only collects name, email, and message, you're missing out on a huge opportunity to get high quality freelance leads.

Matt Olpinski
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8 min read
Finances & Taxes

How Do Taxes Work When You’re a Freelancer?

When you're a freelancer, taxes become much more complicated. In this article, I'll explain everything you need to know about freelance taxes in the implest way possible.

Matt Olpinski
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10 min read
Getting ClientsProject Management

What is Project Roadmapping and When Should You Use It?

Don't waste hours talking with a freelance clients only to have them "go in a different direction". Use Project Roadmapping to build trust, provide value, and get paid to plan the project!

Matt Olpinski
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8 min read
News & Opinion

Why I Pulled the Plug on Social Media and Deleted My Accounts

If you can't find me on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram anymore, it's because I permanently deleted all my accounts. I don't like what the platforms have becoming, so I'm investing my time elsewhere.

Matt Olpinski
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7 min read
LifestyleProductivity

5 Productivity Tips for Freelancers

The freedom that freelancing brings to business owners is rewarding, but it demands responsibility and discipline so you can remain productive so your output is both sustainable and impactful. 

Matt Olpinski
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4 min read
News & Opinion

2020 Year In Review

2020 was wild. It was easily the most difficult and challenging year of my life, but every day I chose to make the best of it and appreciate everything I have. Here's a recap…

Matt Olpinski
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13 min read
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