Sprout Magazine

Daily: February 22, 2012

10 Useful Free Invoicing Tools For Freelancers

By Nad on Feb 22nd, 2012

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As you take on more clients it becomes increasingly difficult to keep accurate track of costs and the hours you should be billing for. Keeping poor records will ultimately start to cost you money; thankfully there is a great selection of tools available to help.

Below compiled a list showcasing what we believe are the top 10 best invoicing tools for freelancers. As we already know it’s difficult to change invoicing tools after using it, so always sign up to free trials where available and compare a few alternatives before making a last decision.
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Most Valuable Tips to be a Productive Designer While Working at Home

By AK on Feb 22nd, 2012

A lot of eCommerce entrepreneurs work from home. Despite the benefits of working from home, it is no less challenging than an office job. In fact, I’d argue that working from home is more difficult because it’s not always easy to alienate your family from your work. If you’re working from home, chances are you’re a freelancer, consultant, or small business owner. This means your ability to get paid is directly tied to how productive you are. As a freelancer, wasting time equals wasting money. Here are 8 strategies that will help you work from home more efficiently:
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