You’ve heard about the whole “branding guide” thing but… do you really need one? The short answer is, yes. Here, we’ll get into why you should build a brand kit and branding guide. What Is a Brand Style Guide? A brand...
Category - Using Freelancers
How to Find a Full Stack Developer [Hiring Guide]
Chances are, if you’re here, that you’re ready to streamline your team, or perhaps your budget keeps you from hiring a team of coding specialists. Let’s dive into the ins and outs of hiring a full-stack developer, one...
My Honest Review of MarketerHire
MarketerHire claims to provide only elite, vetted marketing talent. They made our list of best freelance websites for hiring marketers, but are they worth the money? Let's find out and break down the pros and cons of...
Hiring a Dedicated Development Team: Getting Started
Sometimes a freelancer just isn’t going to cut it, or you need multiple freelancers for a larger project. In cases like these, consider hiring a dedicated development team for your project. Here’s the who, what, when...
Freelance Web & Software Developer Rates – A Detailed Guide
Freelance developers come in all shapes and sizes. Experience, location, and skills all play a factor in freelance developer rates. After doing some research, we saw that there are a number of resources out there that...
Graphic Design Pricing List for 15+ Services [Updated for 2023]
Whether you’re a startup company that needs a strong brand identity or an online business looking to spruce up your visual identity, graphic design is a hot commodity. That’s not to say that graphic design is cheap...
My Honest Review of Fiverr
Freelancing is becoming a legitimate option for many online professionals, as it lets them lend their expertise to clients around the world. Similarly, business owners who don’t have time to handle all their needs often...
My Honest Review of Penji (We Tested + Samples)
Penji is a good alternative to hiring a freelancer if you have ongoing graphic design work. Penji saves you the legwork of finding, hiring, and managing a high-quality designer….and eliminates the possibility of...
67 Freelance Statistics
With more and more people leaving traditional 9-5 jobs in favor of becoming their own boss and choosing the work they want to do, freelancing has become more popular than ever. This growth in popularity has only been...
Fiverr Scams: What They Are & How to Avoid Them
Whether you are looking to hire a freelancer or get started with a side career, Fiverr is one of the best places to get started. For almost a decade, Fiverr has been one of the top platforms for freelance services...
Upwork Scams – Do They Really Exist?
Unfortunately, it doesn’t matter where you turn; scammers will be lurking to take advantage of whomever they can. It’s vital to stay aware of scams and to trust your gut when something doesn’t feel right. Upwork can be...
My Honest Review of 99designs [Still worth it in 2023?]
Before you spend money on a logo or a graphic designer, read my review of 99designs. I’ll tell you exactly what I like about 99designs and where the site needs improvement. Let’s take a closer look. Here's Why We...