Tips and insights for service businesses

As a UK freelancer or sole trader, winning bigger projects means higher income, more stability, and the opportunity to grow your business. But landing those projects isn’t just about skill—it’s about strategy, organisation, and insight....

Managing finances is one of the most challenging aspects of freelancing. UK freelancers and sole traders often juggle invoices, expenses, and client payments, which can become overwhelming without the right system....

For UK freelancers and sole traders, repeat clients are the backbone of a sustainable business. Winning new clients is important, but retaining existing ones is often more profitable—and much easier—than constantly chasing new leads....

Many UK freelancers and sole traders start out using spreadsheets to manage clients, projects, and invoices. It seems simple, cheap, and familiar. But as your business grows, spreadsheets quickly become a burden—and you risk missed deadlines, lost client data, and wasted hours....

Freelancers and sole traders in the UK wear many hats—project manager, accountant, marketer, and client liaison—all at once. Without the right tools, it’s easy to spend more time on admin than actual billable work....

If you’re a freelancer or sole trader in the UK, managing client data safely isn’t just a “nice-to-have”—it’s a legal requirement. With GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) in effect, mishandling personal data can put you at risk of fines, lost clients, and reputational damage....

As a freelancer or sole trader in the UK, choosing the right CRM (Customer Relationship Management system) can feel overwhelming. With so many options, features, and pricing tiers, it’s hard to know where to start. That’s why we’ve put together the ultimate freelancer CRM checklist for 2025. This guide will help you evaluate CRM options, focus on what really matters, and make a choice that saves time, keeps clients happy, and grows your business....

Freelancers and sole traders in the UK often juggle multiple clients, invoices, emails, and projects at once. It can feel chaotic—especially when you’re relying on spreadsheets, email chains, or sticky notes to manage everything....

If you’re a UK freelancer or sole trader, you know how precious time is. Between client work, admin, invoicing, and marketing, it often feels like there aren’t enough hours in the day....

If you’re a freelancer or sole trader in the UK, chances are you’ve heard of GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation). But many self-employed professionals still see it as something only “big companies” need to worry about....

As a freelancer or sole trader in the UK, your clients are your business. Managing those relationships well is the difference between one-off projects and long-term, reliable income....

When you search for a CRM (Customer Relationship Management system), you’re immediately hit with big names: HubSpot, Zoho, Pipedrive, Freshsales. These are powerful tools, no doubt—but they’re not necessarily designed for UK freelancers, sole traders, or very small businesses....