If you are a freelancer, at some point you have been told to get a contract together for your clients. I bet those advisors weren’t as helpful when it came to what clauses you should put in your ...

As a freelancer, before you start working with a client, you want to make sure that you have a well-written contract. This freelance agreement outlines the project requirements, deliverables, ...

There are many things you can do to help you define the relationship and limit your liability when others publish your work. You can pay close attention to how the provisions of your contract are ...

Relying on emails, phone calls, and hope for delivering work and getting paid as a freelancer can be really frustrating. This not only raises anxiety (a major pitfall for freelancers), but it can also ...

The freelance market can be precarious, especially for those who are just starting out. Journalists complain about poor pay, unclear expectations and needy editors – a contract can help you avoid ...

Sign up for the daily CJR newsletter. When I began freelancing, an editor from a local news site approached me with an assignment. The pay seemed too low for the time ...

With today’s economy and job market, many individuals accustomed to full-time, consistent work may have to readjust to a more ad-hoc lifestyle. While for some workers, the idea of being your own boss, ...