January, 05, 2022
5 January,2022
by
Vera Gavizon
author
workhoppers
There are many articles written about how to attract top talent with a good job post. However, there is not much information to be found on how to write a job posting to specifically attract freelancers and/or professionals for flexible jobs. Inspired by Linkedin’s e-book based on an analysis of 4.5 million jobs, this blog… Read the full article
December, 07, 2021
7 December,2021
by
Vera Gavizon
author
workhoppers
The demands for a growing business can quickly outgrow a staff’s bandwidth to meet them. Hiring freelancers can be an effective way to keep things running smoothly. This guide will help companies master the integration process of freelancers into the company, providing the right conditions for success when working with freelancers. This can mean welcoming… Read the full article
February, 11, 2021
11 February,2021
by
Vera Gavizon
author
workhoppers
As a small business entrepreneur your main focus is to reach the market with the best sellable product or service. You might have started your company with a partner or two and have hired employees as needed. Most likely your attention is focused on growing your business with a tendency towards production, sales and marketing… Read the full article
February, 03, 2021
3 February,2021
by
Vera Gavizon
author
workhoppers
Female entrepreneurs are often seen as young jean wearing women in their 20’s working 100 hours a week. Although this is true for some, many of us are double that age and wearing skirts. Unfortunately, many funders and government grants are only dedicated to young entrepreneurs under the age of 35.… Read the full article
January, 18, 2021
18 January,2021
by
Vera Gavizon
author
workhoppers
Are you looking to work with a freelance graphic designer? Meet Helder, an experienced Graphic and Industrial Designer. Helder has worked for top companies in the automotive and aerospace industry. Helder also moonlights as a freelancer. We interviewed Helder to get a glimpse into his life. For Helder, freelancing is a creative outlet. Freelancers get… Read the full article
January, 18, 2021
18 January,2021
by
Vera Gavizon
author
workhoppers
Negotiating a freelance contract is one of the most stressful tasks. For talented freelancers who like to concentrate their efforts on developing their skills, negotiating a freelance contract might be the least pleasant moment in developing client relationships. So here are some critical tips on how to reach a fruitful freelance contract: When Negotiating a… Read the full article
January, 06, 2021
6 January,2021
by
Vera Gavizon
author
workhoppers
Abby started her Marketing career 14 years ago. It all started with full-time positions in a variety of functions that gave her a broader vision of the marketing aspect of a company. As Client Relations, Business development coordinator, Communication coordinator, Administrative operations community, Abby developed different skills that will be the base for her career… Read the full article
December, 18, 2020
18 December,2020
by
Vera Gavizon
author
workhoppers
Globalization, the internet revolution and more recently Covid-19 pandemic have been leading more and more people to look for independent work. This is a great opportunity for small businesses and entrepreneurs. They can now take advantage of a pool of talented professionals with varying skills. And it has never been easy to grow your business… Read the full article
November, 25, 2020
25 November,2020
by
Vera Gavizon
author
workhoppers
Ironbelly Studios, based in Montreal Quebec has been rocking the gaming world since 2009 thanks to talented freelance game developers. They have literally changed the way games are made. Ironbelly provides creative and technical services to Indie game studios as well as medium to large studios. Specialized in both, game development as well as non-gaming… Read the full article
November, 18, 2020
18 November,2020
by
Vera Gavizon
author
workhoppers
Over the last decade we have seen an increase in the number of freelance marketplaces. The first freelance marketplace began in 1999 and now the list has grown to close to 100 places . Companies now have many options to hire a professional for a gig or a project. This leads to the question: How… Read the full article