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How to Use AI to Revolutionize Your Freelancing Career

AI-powered tools are rapidly transforming the freelance market and disrupting every industry. Learn how to use AI to take your freelancing career to the next level.

Matt Olpinski

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17 min read

2023 Year in Review

This year I found out I'm going to be a father! My wife and I spent two weeks in the Outer Banks, Instacart had a successful IPO, I started selling AI artwork on my…

Matt Olpinski

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13 min read

Why I Switched from Google Analytics to Plausible Analytics

Plausible Analytics is a breath of fresh air compared to the dumpster fire that Google Analytics has become. Find out why I switched and why you should too!

Matt Olpinski

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8 min read

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!

Matt Olpinski

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10 min read

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

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

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

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

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

8 Ways to Determine If Your Side Project is Worth Pursuing

Freelancers who like to learn usually end up pursuing a side project. But it's important to have a method of determining which side projects are worth pursuing.

Matt Olpinski

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5 min read

How to Automatically Format Subscriber Names in ConvertKit

Have you ever noticed that sometimes subscribers don't enter their first name properly into your ConvertKit forms? Learn how to automatically fix poorly formatted names in a few simple steps!

Matt Olpinski

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4 min read

Introducing Matthew’s Design Co. (and the changes ahead for my website)

Find out all the details of how I plan to navigate the transition from freelancer to company while maintaining my relevance and relationship to freelancers.

Matt Olpinski

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6 min read

2019 Year in Review

2019 was another fantastic year both personally and professionally. Overall, it was more simple, stable, and smooth than previous years — yet still each month seemed filled with events!

Matt Olpinski

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10 min read

2018 Year In Review

2018 was thrilling from day one. It was packed with highs, lows, and countless exciting changes. Check out all the amazing things that happened in my life and my business as I reflect on…

Matt Olpinski

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14 min read

Introducing The Freelance Institute – A Community for Freelancers & Remote Workers

Learn why I created a global Slack community for freelancers dedicated to learning and professional growth. Take a look behind the scenes and find out how The Freelance Institute was born and what my…

Matt Olpinski

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5 min read

2017 Year In Review

After over two years of freelancing full-time, my business has finally started to run itself. It's become more organized and efficient. I know what to expect from it. The kinks and quirks have been…

Matt Olpinski

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6 min read

2016 Year in Review

2016 wasn't filled with many professional achievements or accomplishments. It was quiet and more refined. My business grew naturally, and it grew a lot.

Matt Olpinski

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6 min read

My Journey Through College, Design Agencies, and Freelancing

In this interview, Lakera's thought-provoking and inspiring questions got at the heart of my college and career life to reveal the path that led me to where I am today. I want to share our conversation with you…

Matt Olpinski

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8 min read

The Simple Tweet That Got Me Featured on Dribbble

In 2016, I was featured as a success story in Dribbble's "For the Win" series. Find out how Dribbble helped me make over $150,000 in just 3 years.

Matt Olpinski

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2 min read

2015 Year in Review

After two amazing back-to-back years in 2013 and 2014, I wasn't sure if 2015 would be able to top it. But it totally did. I hope that by sharing my accomplishments I can inspire you…

Matt Olpinski

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6 min read

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