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Stories

Read stories from fellow freelancers, to hear their experiences of self-employment.

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Cat Hufton, a freelance journalist and mum of two, smiling at the camera.
Summer holidays with a more carefree 90s attitude
Cat Hufton, a freelance journalist and creator of The Freelance Parent, on stepping back from perfectionist parenting this summer.
Cat Hufton
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Lucy Revett, a woman with dark hair, smiling at the camera.
How I Freelance Well
Lucy Revett, a freelance Senior Copywriter & Editor and creator of Freelance Well, shares how an A to Z guide to wellbeing became a self-accountability project for freelancers.
Lucy Revett
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The image shows a man with short brown hair, wearing a light-colored shirt. He has bright eyes, long eyelashes, and a friendly smile. The background appears to be a light-colored room with minimal details visible. The overall atmosphere is bright and cheerful.
Loving the doubt
Adrian Ashton, a freelance consultant, facilitator and researcher, shares what more than 20 years of freelancing has changed in how he thinks and works.
Adrian Ashton
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The image shows a woman with shoulder-length dark brown hair styled in loose waves. She is dressed in a light beige blazer, a white top, and black trousers, creating a polished yet casual look. She is seated outdoors near a wall, with a coffee cup visible, giving a relaxed and professional vibe. She appears to be confident, with a subtle smile and direct gaze. Her accessories include small gold hoop earrings and a delicate necklace. The setting suggests a café or urban environment.
Deinfluencing Freelancing
Kiana Fathi, a freelance Social and Cultural Strategist, shares her take on why freelancing might need a little definfluencing.
Kiana Fathi
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A woman with shoulder-length, curly brown hair, wearing a leopard-print blouse. She has fair skin, blue eyes, and a subtle, natural makeup look
Freelancing after redundancy
Nicola Kenny shares her experience of freelancing, not by choice, but due to redundancy a day before COVID furloughs.
Nicola Kenny
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The image shows a person with a bald head, wearing black-rimmed glasses and a dark sweater. The person has a short, neatly trimmed beard and is looking to their left, slightly upwards.
Why DIY isn't always the best approach for freelancers
Tom, a freelance PR and co-founder of Sabot - a freelance collective, shares why he thinks freelancers don't always have to do everything themselves
Tom Chivers
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The image shows a woman with long brown hair, wearing a light-colored top. She has bright eyes, long eyelashes, and a friendly smile. The background appears to be a light-colored room with minimal details visible. The overall atmosphere is bright and cheerful.
How contracts saved me from payment issues when freelancing
Lucy is a freelance content writer and copywriter shares her experience of where contracts saved her from a client who was trying not to pay
Lucy Thorpe
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This image shows a woman with short brown hair, smiling warmly while seated. She is wearing a dark gray long-sleeved top and a simple necklace with a circular pendant. The background is a vibrant floral wallpaper with large, colorful flowers in shades of red, pink, and white, set against a darker background. The woman appears relaxed, with one arm resting on a cushioned chair or sofa that has a patterned fabric.
The value of community for freelancers
Louise Wilson, a strategic marketing & communications consultant, shares her experience of networking and finding support in freelancing communities
Louise Wilson
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The image shows a young man with short, light brown hair and blue eyes. He is wearing a casual grey and white shirt and is seated outdoors. The background is slightly blurred, showing other people and possibly a park or outdoor dining area with umbrellas. The lighting suggests it might be early evening or late afternoon. The expression on his face is neutral, and he appears relaxed in this setting.
Dealing with Late Payments when freelancing
Tom Rickhuss, a strategist and founder of studio RUCKUS - shares his experience of dealing with late payments, whilst running his own business.
Tom Rickhuss
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The image shows a person with long blonde hair wearing a wide-brimmed black hat and a black outfit accented with a patterned scarf. The person appears composed and confident.
Freelancing and pregnancy
Lucinda Gosling, a freelance Strategy Director, shares her personal experience of pregnancy and having a child, as a freelancer
Lucinda Gosling
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The image is a close-up portrait of a woman with light skin and shoulder-length blonde hair. She is smiling, showing her teeth, and has blue eyes. She is wearing a floral high-neck blouse with a mix of red, pink, and green colors. The background is blurred, consisting of greenery, indicating an outdoor setting. The lighting is natural, and the overall mood of the image is warm and friendly.
Dealing with Late Payments when freelancing
Ellie Stamouli - a self-employed marketing consultant for climate-tech and mission-driven brands shares her experience of dealing with late payments whilst self-employed.
Ellie Stamouli
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The image depicts a woman sitting at a conference table. She has shoulder-length blonde hair and is wearing a black and white long-sleeve top. She is smiling and looking at the camera, with her hands resting on the table in front of her. The background shows a room with large windows, suggesting it is a meeting or conference room.
Dealing with Bereavement when freelancing
Anna Sampson, a freelance Insight and Strategy Consultant, shares her personal experience of dealing with bereavement whilst self-employed.
Anna Sampson
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The image shows a young man with short, curly hair standing in front of a teal-colored door. He is wearing a coral-colored, button-up shirt and is smiling warmly at the camera. The background suggests an urban setting. The man appears to be relaxed and cheerful.
Dealing with Bereavement when freelancing
Justin McDonnell, freelance copywriter, content strategist and editor, shares his personal experience of dealing with bereavement whilst freelancing.
Justin McDonnell
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