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Top 4 Productivity Articles for the Self-Employed
A 2014 Pew Research study found that 1 in every 10 American workers were self-employed. 10% of the American workforce — or rather, 14 million people — now work for themselves.
Of the many daily challenges these 14 million people face, one common problem for all of them is how to be most productive. Your workflow changes when you no longer have a boss, a schedule that’s made for you, or PTO. Productivity becomes more of a necessity and a personal challenge than ever before. Each self-employed person has to make a system that fits his or her own unique personality and goals.
While there’s no one structured system that works for everyone, there are small details that can help everyone’s individual systems work better. In my quest to master productivity while being self-employed, these 4 articles have been the most helpful. Their tips can enhance anyone’s workflow, no matter how unique.
10 Must-Have Apps for Remote Workers
While targeted toward employees who work remotely, this article’s app suggestions are equally useful to full-time remote freelancers or self-employed people who need a way to organize their work and stay in touch with clients or employees.
Favorite App Suggestion: Google Hangouts. It may sound basic, but this tool is…
