What You Need to Know about Licensing vs. Work-For-Hire
As a freelancer, you may be offered two different types of arrangements: work-for-hire or licensing. Learn the pros and cons of each so you can make the best decision for your business.
How I Got That Gig: Creating Embroidered Illustrations for the Washington Post
Artist Sarah K. Benning had the opportunity to create a series of embroidered illustrations for the Washington Post. In the latest in our ongoing series, she explains how she got that gig.
Michaels Embraces the Gig Economy With New Community Classroom Program
\In a step towards embracing the gig economy, craft chain Michaels has revamped its in-store classes turning instructors into freelancers responsible for designing, pricing, and marketing their own workshops. The new Community Classroom program, which rolled out to 1,258 Michaels stores nationwide in March, allows any creative person to pitch to teach at their local Michaels store.
Don’t Quit: Why You Should Keep Your Day Job
Owning your own business is a dream many people share. But it also means taking on risk and giving up on positive things that a day job brings to your life. Here’s why it might be a good idea to hang onto your day job, at least for a little while longer.
Real Talk: Communicating Assertively with Clients
It’s important to communicate effectively with our clients. Speaking assertively means choosing language that sets us up for successful interactions.