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5/2/2022
Top 10 Basecamp Alternatives for 2022
Basecamp is a great project management tool that contains very useful features. However, it has its limitations. If you’re using Basecamp, let us show you some Basecamp alternatives and you’ll see what you’re missing.
Tobias
Engineering
4/26/2022
11 project management best practices to make your project a success in 2022
Projects are an important building block for the success of a company. The project teams are expected to perform well at a rapid pace. This can only be achieved through effective project management. An important role in project management is the project manager. The project managers plan and organize the whole process.
Niklas
Product
4/21/2022
Kanban vs. Scrum: Discover Which Works for You
Kanban and Scrum are two preferred methods to use in Agile frameworks. Both options are popular for software development teams. Scrum has specific roles and ceremonies. Its focus is on delivering bite-sized batches of work. Kanban focuses on visualizing workflow and works in progress. Both methods emphasize continuous improvement in different ways.
Niklas
Product
4/18/2022
7 Ways to Boost your Team in 2022
2022 has continued to trend with the Great Resignation as the highest year for employee departures and turnover. Contrary to popular belief, income is not the only reason for the mass employee exodus. Others infer that the increase in remote work and the pandemic were the issues. Neither is the case.
Raphael
HR & Recruiting
4/14/2022
Team Leadership: How to Be Successful
There are many avenues to success in team leadership, and if you regularly work in a team-based environment, it’s essential to know the ins and outs of these avenues. The majority of skills and traits that make for successful team leadership are ones you’ve likely heard previously, such as managing team performance and facilitating healthy team dynamics, but the combination of them is what’s most vital.
Niklas
Product
4/12/2022
10 Best Goal Tracker for 2022
Everyone has their own goals, especially for the new year. While it is gratifying to reach them, it can sometimes be frustrating when you lose your focus or drive to accomplish those goals. That is why Goal Tracking apps exist. They allow you to easily keep an overview of your current or future goals and the milestones you have already reached while pursuing them.
Niklas
Product
4/6/2022
Marketing Project Management: Guide for 2022
Marketing aims to create interest in your product or service, convince potential customers that they need it, and ultimately get them to buy it. To achieve this, an organization utilizes a marketing project management strategy. Marketing project management is an organizational and operational framework developed to monitor and control marketing activities that vary in scale and complexity.
Uma
Marketing
4/4/2022
The 20 best business management solutions
Business management software are software solutions which allows companies to automate various business processes. Meanwhile, there are countless business management tools that all have their raison d'ĂŞtre.
Niklas
Product
3/31/2022
How to create an Ideal Client Profile
By creating an ideal client profile it can be much easier than before to identify possible clients based on how well they fit your marketing agency. This way you will be able to separate clearly between the best clients who are in your target market and those who are not.
Niklas
Product
3/5/2022
The 20 Best Task Management Software in 2022
Task management software has been around for a while now, and it is one of the most sought-after software in the market. It is easy to use and helps users organize their tasks. With so much task management software available, it can be hard to know which one to pick. With this list, you will have a better idea of what's available on the market and what might be best for you.
Niklas
Product
3/4/2022
14 Best Planner Apps for 2022
It is challenging to keep track of all the daily tasks at hand. Every one of us has forgotten a due date at some point. To ensure that doesn't happen to you this year, we have compiled a list of the best daily planner apps for 2022. A planner app is a daily schedule source found in your app store that can help you with your to-do list, daily tasks, and due dates. With an app, you can integrate it seamlessly with your other widgets and programs to create a conducive schedule and increase workflow. It doesn't matter if you use Android or iOS; we are sure to have something for you within our comprehensive list of best daily planner apps below.
Niklas
Product
3/2/2022
12 Best Jira Alternatives for 2022
Jira is an open-source project management software used for tracking, managing, and coordinating software development. It is popular in the software industry because it offers a simple and easy-to-use interface. It can be used by companies of any size or by individuals. However, while Jira is a powerful tool, it's not perfect and comes with several pros and cons that may lead you to find some Jira alternatives.
Uma
Marketing
3/1/2022
Agency Project Management Software for 2022
When it comes to Agency Project Management Software for 2022, it pays to stay ahead of the curve and learn about the top tools on today’s market. Gone are the days of managing client projects and workflow on spreadsheets. Instead, stakeholders want to see an approach to streamlining milestones into the timeline while maximizing profitability.
Niklas
Product
2/26/2022
How to Get an Agile Project Management Certification?
A project management certification is an excellent way to improve your career prospects and make your employer confident in you. It will allow you to work with more projects in a shorter period and keep your skills sharp. Working as a program manager is rewarding, but to be successful, you must receive the necessary training and education.
Raphael
HR & Recruiting
2/23/2022
The Ultimate Guide to Resource Planning
In project management, planning how resources will be used is essential to completing a project successfully. Resource planning includes employee hours, funding, and materials for projects plus utilities, facilities, and more. Each must be managed for projects to be completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications. This makes resource planning an essential part of successful project management. Without the planning, tracking, and analysis of resource planning, projects would be poorly planned, behind schedule, and over budget. The path to a successful project is through resource management. This ultimate guide to resource planning details the management of available resources in a successful project plan for project success.
Tobias
Engineering
2/21/2022
Effective Work Goals
One of the most important things in life is to know what you want out of it. And if you don't, it's never too late to figure that out. This article provides an overview of setting effective work goals and how they can help you achieve success personally and professionally. You will also learn how SMART goals can be used for goal setting and examples of specific goals that you can use for guidance.
Niklas
Product
2/20/2022
Top 15 Time Management Tools
We all suffer from procrastination (for example, through social media) and struggle with getting things done. Effective time management skills allow you to get more done in less time. We introduce you to the 15 best time management tools, which will help you to complete tasks and streamline productivity.
Uma
Marketing
2/19/2022
20+ Inspiring Leader Quotes
True leaders know how to influence others. They understand what it takes to maximize the talent of those around them. Everyone can always become a better leader, which is why it is helpful to study those who came before us. This article highlights our favorite inspirational leader quotes and how you can use them to improve the lives of those around you.
Niklas
Product
2/17/2022
How to Start a Digital Marketing Agency
Have you spent years working as a digital marketer and you’re tired of adhering to the requirements and demands of a boss? Do you want to be your own boss and build a digital marketing agency? If so, then this guide will help you learn how to start a digital marketing agency. This guide will outline the steps you need to take, such as picking a niche, producing an online presence, obtaining key leads, outsourcing certain tasks to freelancers, and creating long-term relationships with clients. Now, let’s get started and read all about the essential steps.
Uma
Marketing
2/14/2022
Simple Meeting Note Templates
Notes are not just for students who need to study. The purpose of taking notes is to provide clear insight into previous discussions and decisions. Companies need meeting notes to move the company forward. Meeting notes help establish an action plan, resolution, and feedback for any company operations.
Niklas
Product
1/3/2022
Recruitment Strategies Your Company Needs in 2022
Stay ahead of the curve with these genius hiring tactics. Tap into the freelancer workforce to hire experts for your company.
Niklas
Product
9/28/2021
Resource Planning: The Complete Guide
In project management, few things are as critical to a project as “resource planning.” Yet, as important as resource planning is, it is often misused, over, or underutilized.
Niklas
Product
9/28/2021
Optimizing Resource Utilization Can Boost Your Profitability
Resource Utilization is a KPI that measures how your team members are spending their time. We show you how to use it in order to boost your profitability
Niklas
Product
9/28/2021
Guide to writing an Invoice Email - Freework Template
Getting paid can be trickier than expected as a freelancer or business-owner. Here are some instructions you should follow to create ideal Invoice Emails.
Niklas
Product
9/28/2021
Important Clauses To Include in Your Freelance Payment Terms
Payment Terms are important to make your clients pay on time. Learn which Clauses you must include to enable a flawless payment process.
Niklas
Product
9/28/2021
How to Produce and Complete an Effective Marketing Project
If you are a recent college graduate and are seeking to become a marketing freelancer, then you’ll greatly benefit from reading through this marketing project guide.
Niklas
Product
9/28/2021
How to Improve Your Work with a Workload Management Tool
Everyone wants to be on top of their game in the professional world. In the current working environment, workload tools are key to successful project management.
Niklas
Product
2/12/2021
U.S. Freelancer’s Healthcare: Here Are Your Options in 2021
Health insurance sure is a priority if you don't want to end up spending a fortune on it. Here's a guide for freelancers in the US on how to go about it.
Tobias
Engineering
11/25/2019
5 Reasons Why You Should Drop That Freelance Client
Life as a freelancer can be very rewarding. Simply having control of your time and doing away with any commuting can add a lot of value to your life.
Niklas
Product
3/14/2019
Staying GDPR Compliant While Working with Freelancers
If your company is yet to set the foundations for a GDPR compliant freelancer engagement system, follow these steps.
Niklas
Product
3/7/2019
How to Build a Freelancer Friendly Environment at Your Company
Are companies equipped with all the strategies that they need to build a freelancer-friendly company culture?
Niklas
Product
2/13/2019
These 10 Cities Should be at the Top of Every Digital Nomad’s Hit List
Freelancing offers a lot of advantages- but the best of all is the freedom to work from any part of the world. Check out the top freelancer destinations.
Niklas
Product
2/13/2019
How You’ll Fail as a Digital Nomad, If You Don’t Do These
Freelancing can be liberating in a lot of ways but it also comes with a lot of responsibility. Follow these crucial steps to avoid failure.
Niklas
Product
2/13/2019
How to Not Screw Up Working as Part of a Remote Team
Freelancing is a type of work that requires a certain amount of self-discipline and self-management, especially while working as a part of a remote team.
Niklas
Product
2/13/2019
How to Become a Freelance Writer
If writing is your niche skill and passion, you are not far from having a successful freelance career as a writer.
Niklas
Product
2/13/2019
How to Become a Freelance Designer
Designing caters to a booming market. Follow these simple steps to start a career as a freelance designer.
Niklas
Product
2/13/2019
Freelancer Expenses Spreadsheet
We've created a sheet for all your freelance expenses, receipt tracking, travels and more to make your life a little easier.
Niklas
Product
2/13/2019
Digital Nomads are the Pioneers in the New World of Work: Here’s How They Will Survive
Freelancing is taking the professional world by storm and it's easy to see why. However, freelancers should also follow these best practices to survive.
Niklas
Product
2/13/2019
An Invoicing Guide for Companies
An invoice is a document created by a seller or service provider and sent to a buyer or client, always related to a sale or a rendered service.
Niklas
Product
2/12/2019
Tips for Freelance Time Management
Freelance careers are perfect for people who are looking for flexibility and control over their work lives, but it’s not all fun and free time.
Niklas
Product
2/12/2019
This is the Biggest Reason Why Small to Medium-Sized Businesses Fail at Growth
Small business owners should start planning properly to see their businesses succeed in the long term. Automation is a big requisite in this journey.
Niklas
Product
2/12/2019
It’s a Jungle Out There: How Freelancers Can Avoid the Bad Client
It’s a jungle out in the business world and a freelancer has to take extra steps to thrive. Spot a bad client to avoid difficult situations.
Niklas
Product
2/12/2019
Is Freelancing for You?
Freelance careers offer many benefits, including flexibility and freedom but it also comes with a number of issues that should be addressed.
Niklas
Product
2/12/2019
Why Companies Trust Us to Throw Out the Spreadsheets: We’re Creating the New Freelancer Management System
Companies should start using centralized freelancer management system instead of the ten different spreadsheets they are using now.
Niklas
Product
2/12/2019
Why Your CFO is Going to Demand Efficient Freelancer Hiring
Centralize your freelancer hiring and managing. Use a single platform to find and onboard freelancers.
Niklas
Product
2/12/2019
Your Company’s 10-Step Checklist for Freelancer Onboarding
Having a checklist in place is always helpfull- especially if you are looking to find and hire freelancers.
Niklas
Product
2/12/2019
How to Fail while Working with Clients: Mistakes Even Veteran Freelancers Make
These are freelancing errors you should not be making. An inclusive checklist for your reference.
Niklas
Product
2/12/2019
How to Calculate Your Freelance Rate
This is perhaps the most important aspect of all. A decisive factor of the quality and quantity of work- your pay.
Niklas
Product
2/12/2019
Hiring Managers Can Stop the Epidemic of the Long Hiring Process: Here’s How
Hiring processes are getting exceedingly lengthier. Here's how you can cut them short without compromising on the quality of hires.
Niklas
Product
2/12/2019
Freelancer Tax Bootcamp: What You Need to Know and File
Tax payment is one of the most dreaded aspects of employment, more so if you are a freelancer. Learn how to calculate and file freelancer tax.
Niklas
Product
2/12/2019
Freelancers Need to Find and Define their Unique Selling Point (USP)
Freelancing is no easy gig, no matter what you may think. Finding and selling your USP is crucial in the freelancing world.
Niklas
Product
2/12/2019
Five Easy Steps to Kickstart Your Freelance Business
Turn your entrepreneurial idea into a business. Here are the crucial steps to start a successful freelance career.
Niklas
Product
2/12/2019
Find Your Side Hustle: It’s Easier Than You Think
Not ready for the big commitment of freelancing full-time? Consider freelancing as a side hustle to boost your income.
Niklas
Product
2/12/2019
Does the Average Freelancer Juggle Too Many Tools? Why Centralization is the Future
Juggling too many apps and tools can lead to more chaos than order. Apps which provide a centralized platform is the future of freelancer management.
Niklas
Product
2/12/2019
Creating Your Online Home for Freelancers: Here’s What You Need to Know
You've taken the step to be a freelancer You’ve filed the paperwork. Now, do you want to be found by more clients? Read this guide!
Niklas
Product
2/11/2019
Why a Business Guru Would Demand a Freelancer Management System
Freelancer hiring is the new buzzword in the recruiting world and we can see why. With the growing number of freelancers every year, it's inevitable.
Niklas
Product