5 Life-changing lessons I wish I knew in my 20s
Have you ever wished you could time travel and give your younger self a life-changing pep talk? Imagine having a cheat sheet that could...
Why designers should never work for free
Picture this: You’re scrolling through your inbox when another email lands. “We love your work! Would you be willing to do this project for...
The hidden costs of lowering your rates as a freelancer
We’ve all been there. That moment when you’re staring at your proposal, cursor hovering over the pricing section, wondering if you should lower your...
Meetings vs. Deep Work: The real reason you’re not getting things done
We’ve all been there: the calendar ping with yet another meeting invite. You glance at the time, realizing your morning has slipped away, and...
Hourly rates are holding you back—Here’s how to earn more as a freelancer
As a freelancer, how often have you felt that you’re stuck in a cycle of endless hustling, juggling multiple clients, or struggling to keep...
7 red flags holding back your freelance growth and how to fix them
Freelancers, we’ve all been there. You land the perfect client, the project seems exciting, yet something inside makes you hesitant. It’s easy to blame...
How to stand out as a freelancer: Proven tips for success
When I made the leap into full-time freelancing in 2010, I felt like a small fish in a vast ocean. It wasn’t just about...
How facing my networking fears transformed my freelance career
Have you ever felt your heart racing at the mere thought of networking? Trust me, I’ve been there. As a freelancer, I used to...
Why saying no is the key to freelancing success
As a seasoned UX/UI designer with over 15 years of freelance experience in Dubai, I’ve learned a crucial lesson that I wish I’d known...