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She spoke about the importance of professionalism in freelancing — from email etiquette and invoicing to client contracts and boundary-setting. She stressed that a successful freelance career demands more than creative skill; it requires consistency, clarity, and a strong mindset. A passage from the book, read aloud by Satyabama, struck a chord with the audience: “The higher the price, the higher your quality of leads and results will be.You need to break free from your mental prison and let your value shine.”While the publishing industry and creative careers reel under the weight of artificial intelligence, Meenakshi offered a grounded perspective…
US Dollar Index posts modest gains around 98.80 in Wednesday’s Asian session.Trump took Scott Bessent off his shortlist to replace Jerome Powell as the next Fed chair. Traders have priced in higher chances of an imminent Fed rate cut. The US Dollar Index (DXY), an index of the value of the US Dollar (USD) measured against a basket of six world currencies, trades with mild gains near 98.80 during the Asian trading hours on Wednesday. Traders brace for the speeches from the Federal Reserve (Fed) policymakers later in the day, including Susan Collins, Lisa Cook and Mary Daly. The DXY remains firm as traders continue to assess global…
Employers prefer to see evidence of how you’ve delivered business results, than seeing the results on your exam papergetty If you thought your degree alone would guarantee a six-figure income, you’re in for a real surprise. Here are some intriguing stats about what really propels your salary in 2025, according to Upwork: Freelancers in the U.S. earn an average of $99,230 a year…that’s literally $770 shy of a six-figure income. About 78% of CEOs assert that their top freelancers contribute more value than degree-holding employees. What’s more, nearly half (48%) of CEOs are planning to boost freelance hiring in the…
photo by: Josie Heimsoth/Journal-World Interim CEO of Bert Nash Kirsten Watkins is pictured at the Douglas County budget hearings on Monday, July 7, 2025. As it faces a projected multimillion-dollar deficit for 2025, Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center has canceled its contract with one insurance company, which could impact more than 100 of the center’s patients. That’s according to information the nonprofit shared with the Journal-World in a statement on Tuesday. Interim CEO Kirsten Watkins said that the nonprofit had canceled its contract with insurance company Cigna Healthcare. Watkins said this could affect 121 patients,…
From UPI gigs to YouTube monetisation, your side hustle is now fully visible to the Income Tax Department — and it’s time creators took tax seriously. With real-time financial reporting tools like Form 26AS and AIS (Annual Information Statement) tracking everything from affiliate income to platform payouts, the era of “small gigs don’t count” is officially over. According to CA Ganesh Mudda, “If it’s income, it’s taxable — no matter where it comes from or how small it seems.” In FY 2024–25, content creators, freelancers, and influencers need to be extra cautious, especially with several new rules and stricter data…
Thousands of New Mexico families recently missed out on child tax credit refunds, and the state is urging families to claim the credit. Officials say about 31,000 taxpayers have left over $14 million on the table since 2023.Letters are going out to those who may still qualify, with instructions on how to file or amend tax returns for free. Eligible families could receive up to $600 per child depending on income. NEW MEXICO — Thousands of New Mexico families recently missed out on child tax credit refunds, and the state is urging families to claim the credit. Officials say about…
Penpoint is a lightweight CRM built specifically for freelancers and independent consultants managing one-on-one client relationships. Unlike broader CRM systems that cater to large teams or sales departments, Penpoint focuses on the core functions solo professionals need: managing communications, tracking project progress, organizing client data, and simplifying collaboration. The tool emphasizes speed and simplicity, offering a streamlined interface that reduces administrative friction and helps users stay focused on delivering value. With increasing numbers of professionals shifting toward freelance and consulting work, tools like Penpoint represent a tailored approach to business management—balancing functionality with ease of use. For users seeking to…
