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Working as a freelance artist or graphic designer often means starting projects that don't end up with a paid invoice. Sometimes, a client is unhappy with the final product and chooses to work with someone else. That on its own may be frustrating but it is not...
Like most freelance web designers, your creative efforts are both a labor of love and a business. Unfortunately, people often assume that “experience” or “exposure” are enough to pay your bills. Having a contract in place is crucial to protect yourself. Contracts help...
Somewhere along the last few years, a lot of Americans got fed up working entirely for someone else. Gig work has become so common that it’s estimated that up to 39% of U.S. workers now fall under the “freelancer” umbrella – and New York is home to many of them. In...
Registering trademarks for your business is an important part of the branding process. A trademark is a visual or written representation of your organization that can help people locate your company or its products within the marketplace. Many new and growing...
A trademark helps establish a logo or image as the property of your company and also an official representation of your brand. Filing trademark paperwork is a very important step for any business that wants to market itself to consumers. Trademark protections help...
Freelancers count on their clients to pay just as much as the clients count on the freelancers to provide quality services. Using contracts helps to protect both sides. In New York, a written contract is required for any project that’s worth at least $800, including...
A trademark is something that your company is known for. It can be a symbol or words that are part of your company’s image. While it isn’t required for you to register your business’ trademarks, it’s a good idea to do so. One of the most important reasons to register...
As a freelance designer, writer or programmer, you know that some clients are great – and some are most certainly not. While everyone defines a “problem” client a little differently, you want to do your best to spot clients who will try to use and abuse you by not...
If you’re considering becoming a freelancer or are already one today, one of the things you need to be aware of is the potential for people to try to take your services without paying. It happens more often than you think. In fact, the majority of freelancers admit...
For freelance software engineers and coding contractors, receiving full payment for a project can be a struggle. There are many companies that will start using the code you produce without ever paying you for the services rendered. There are others that will simply...