
Guide to Freelancing


An IT freelancer’s guide to working through an umbrella company
Everything you need to know about umbrella company contracting as a techie, but were afraid to ask.
Top 10 tips for new IT contractors
A veteran computer consultant reveals tried and tested must-dos, for newcomers wanting to succeed at IT contracting.
Would an IT freelancer who wants to work overseas have more options as a UK employee?
Overview for Brit freelancers wondering if being on an organisation’s payroll in 2024 would make getting a job abroad easier.
As a UK IT freelancer, what are my options if I want to work overseas?
Explainer on the rules and regulations tied to landing freelance work abroad in the post-Brexit era.
The most professional way to start IT freelancing? It’s as a limited company
If tax-efficiency, limited liability and looking the part matter to you, then a limited company is your way to go.
The easiest way to start IT freelancing? It’s as a sole trader
Starting your tech business from scratch is simplest, quickest and comes with key reliefs if you take the sole trader route.
Top 3 ways freelancing in IT can boost your technology career
Earnings, experiences and autonomy -- techies who go freelance get to maximise all three.
Can freelancing in IT damage my technology career?
These four potential snags of freelancing as a technologist could trip up unwary IT employees, rushing to ‘go it alone.’
Are freelancers entitled to employment rights?
You’re likely one of the millions who’ve chosen to ‘go it alone.’ But that doesn’t mean you’re totally without protections when you work. Find out your key rights and protections here.
What IT freelancers should look for in an accountancy firm
Top 3 things computer contractors should look for in their accountant, by someone who knows (-- a veteran accountant to technology freelancers).
A comprehensive guide to starting a freelance tech business from scratch
Everything you need to know to start your freelance tech business; from business plans and networking to marketing and funding.
What tech freelancers using recruitment agencies must beware
Six revelations by an IT staffing boss on what his less-than-reputable industry colleagues get up to.
Freelancer horror stories - and how to avoid the same terrifying fate
Don’t be like Graham, Rosie or Raj if you want to survive or thrive in the world of freelance contracting.
Freelance Invoice Template
Free invoice template. Again to save you time and make sure that if you have a Limited Company that you comply with the rules regarding having your address and company number on all invoices.