What is Freelancing?
What unites freelancers? What is the history behind the term?
How many freelancers are there? How are they referred to in the UK?
Dictionary definition for 'freelance':
1. Free-lance or Free-lancer - a self-employed person working, or available to work, for a number of businesses, rather than be committed to one, and usually hired for a limited period.
Guide to freelancing
PCG's Guide to Freelancing provides a useful source of information to new and established freelancers and small business owners, and offers a wealth of helpful advice about running and nurturing a successful business. It covers:
- Setting up your business, choosing the right structure
- Accounting, banking and insurance
- Tax matters
- Getting paid
- Running your business
- Securing work
- Your personal finances
- Closing a company
Download PCG's Guide to Freelancing here >>
Guide to Successful Freelancing
With the help of our 21,000 members we have created the essential Guide to Freelancing, jam packed full of insights and expert guidance.
Engaging Freelancers
PCG has created this interactive resource which takes you through the
various stages of the development, engagment and managing a project with
freelancers.
The tool draws on the experience of both clients and freelancers, looking at common mistakes and key tips to ensure success. Click on the image below to get started.
Building a Freelance Career
This report has been produced by PCG, the professional association supporting the interests of freelancers in the UK. It provides an insight into the varied approaches being used by freelancers to achieve their professional and life goals.
