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10 tips for crafting your IT contracting portfolio

Your portfolio isn’t just a collection of past projects—it’s your digital handshake, your elevator pitch, and a key tool for winning clients. We're sharing 10 practical tips for building an IT contracting portfolio that grabs attention and wins clients.

21 November 2024

4 min

What are the best strategies to move into leadership roles in tech?

Moving from a technical role to a leadership position is not just about being the best. It requires a change in mindset, skills, and approach. These strategies will help you navigate the path to leadership in tech.

19 November 2024

5 min

Are there rules for working with multiple clients as an IT contractor /freelancer in the UK?

Working with different clients helps you increase your income, build a strong portfolio, and gain experience in various fields. Nonetheless, there are particular guidelines to follow when handling multiple clients.

19 November 2024

4 min

font for a tech CV, or does formatting not bother ATS?

Best font for tech CV, or does formatting not trouble ATS?

CV guru Matt Craven sets the font and formatting record straight, in a space run by Applicant Tracking Systems.

19 November 2024

7 min

Cloud computing: a must-have skill for UK IT & tech professionals

Cloud computing has gone from being a buzzword to a key player in how businesses operate. If you’re in the tech industry, it’s no longer enough to just know the basics—you need to get comfortable in the cloud.

14 November 2024

5 min

Upskilling in green IT skills and why it's worth your attention

With the world moving toward a greener economy, “green” skills are in higher demand than ever—especially in IT. Companies are looking for ways to cut down on their environmental impact, which is creating huge opportunities for IT professionals ready to embrace green technologies.

14 November 2024

3 min

tech freelancers manage their pension savings?

How do IT freelancers manage their pension savings?

Six quick steps to help assess, start, and manage your retirement savings as a self-employed techie.

12 November 2024

10 min

Contractor Pensions & Tax Planning: Maximise Your Retirement Savings

Angela James at Yolo Wealth has dedicated the last decade to providing advice tailored to contractors and freelancers, working in partnership with Free-Work UK and its readers over this time.

11 November 2024

1 min

Business Account with ANNA Money

The business account that calculates your taxes.

7 November 2024

2 min

Autumn Budget 2024: a tech/IT contracting veteran speaks out

Autumn Budget 2024: a tech/IT contracting veteran speaks up

Some say it was a ‘neither-good-nor-bad’ Budget. But for UK tech, it will limit future pay rises and even curb job creation.

5 November 2024

9 min

Niche IT freelancer roles in demand in the UK

Niche IT freelancing roles in demand in the UK

Are you considering freelancing in the tech industry? Here’s a look at some of the high-demand niche roles, steps to setting up your freelance business, essential skills, CV/portfolio tips, and salary insights.

4 November 2024

3 min

Autumn Budget 2024: key takeaways for IT contractors and the tech industry

The Autumn Budget 2024, presented by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, introduces significant measures impacting IT contractors and the broader technology sector. Here’s a breakdown of the key points that contractors and industry stakeholders should be aware of.

31 October 2024

4 min

Autumn Budget 2024 is here; Single Worker Status isn’t

Autumn Budget is here, unlike far-off Single Worker Status

Whenever it does finally and potentially affect Free-Work users, SWS will still come with a scrutiny of your status.

29 October 2024

4 min

Free courses to help you get an entry-level IT job

Whether you’re looking to switch careers or dive into IT straight from school, you can pick up the essential skills without breaking the bank. We're sharing free resources and answering common questions that can guide you on your journey.

25 October 2024

4 min

Why project managers should upskill in IT for 2025

Project managers are set to be in high demand in tech by 2025, with skills in cloud computing, cybersecurity, and Agile methodologies, they can navigate complex IT projects, driving innovation and business success.

25 October 2024

5 min

What should Autumn Budget 2024 offer tech job board users?

A top tech staffing entrepreneur tells Free-Work what the chancellor should and shouldn’t unveil next Wednesday for IT workers.

22 October 2024

7 min

10 steps to becoming an AI pro

From automating mundane tasks to revolutionising industries, AI is optimising everything around us. So, how do you keep up? By becoming an AI pro, of course! Here’s a guide to getting started.

15 October 2024

4 min

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