What makes a successful contractor or freelancer?
What makes a successful contractor or freelancer? If we were able to provide a magic formula that instantly gave you the success you always dreamt of, we’d be very rich! But sadly your success is down to your own hard work, graft, and pure determination (with a little luck thrown in). So without […]
Why client testimonials and referrals are so great and how to get more
Client testimonials and referrals We are all consumers, and at some point in our lives we’ve been wowed by super slick websites, seduced by a product’s ability to answer our needs, or simply impressed by the marketing efforts that have gone into promoting something. Yet in today’s marketplace, people still rely heavily on reviews – […]
Increase your productivity and make the most from 2017 with our top eight tips – part two
Make the most from 2017 In our last blog we reviewed the first four of eight top tips for increasing your productivity this New Year. From making the use of early morning peace and quiet to brain superfoods, we covered some fantastic ways in which you can make small changes that will have a positive […]
Increase your productivity this New Year with our top eight tips – part one
Increase your productivity in 2017 Ever find yourself wishing there were more hours in the day? Would you like more time to work on a personal project, pursue your latest hobby, or even just spend time with loved ones? Whatever it may be, we all wish there was more time for it. So if […]
The ten stages of CV rejection grief
CV rejection grief Pitching for business is a big part of being a successful Limited Company contractor, after all it’s how you bag those clients and all important contracts. But here at Intouch we like to mix it up a little bit, and see the humour in what it’s really like to work for yourself. […]
5 steps to take when defusing an unhappy client
Defusing an unhappy client Quite possibly one of the worst parts of contracting or freelancing is when you’ve put your best into a contract, only for the client to be upset or dissatisfied with your work. Clearly at some point something has gone wrong and, whilst it may not be you that caused it, you’re […]
Be the contractor who employers can’t wait to return from maternity leave
We show you how to stay at the forefront of your client’s mind during your maternity leave One of the concerns women in contracting have when planning a family is how their maternity leave will affect their overall career progression, regardless of how long they decide to take off. Concerns can include wondering if it’ll […]
Four ways to get the day rate you deserve
Increase your day rate with our top tips Your take home pay is (probably) a big part of your career as a Limited Company contractor, so it’s only natural to consider whether you’re getting the day rate you deserve for your skill set and experience. In this blog we share with you the top […]
Four tips to help you stop wasting time on emails
Stop wasting time! In today’s tech-savvy world, you’re only ever a click away from checking your emails. You could be up the side of a mountain or deep in a jungle (depending on your 4G coverage, of course) and you’d still have access to what’s going on in the wider world. Be it human […]
Humblebragging – the art of selling yourself without the big headedness
Humblebragging Picture the scene: you’ve spotted a new contract that’s perfectly suited to your experience and skills, so much so that you could have written the contract requirements yourself. You know there’s a whole host of other contractors probably sat there thinking exactly the same thing, so now is the time to act. […]