How many times have we been asked in interviews about 5 year plans? Where will you be in 5 years they ask… Do you have an answer? I am a firm believer in the 5 year plan as sad as it may be, 5 years goes quickly and the time can easily pass you by […]
New Co-working space Uncommon opens in London
With locations already in Highbury & Islington, Borough and Fulham, Uncommon have just opened their newest baby over in Liverpool Street. With a strong emphasis on design and wellness, Uncommon provide co-working spaces to boost creativity and productivity. Based around a creative start-up or freelancer, the Uncommon co-working spaces have been created to primarily help […]
Ways To Save: Packed Lunches
More than half of office workers will prepare meals for the week ahead in January, but will they continue?! In most cases, this is to save money (41%) While 19% say it limits food waste With the New Year in full swing, more of us than ever are striving to start the year on a healthy path when it […]
Your Side Hustle for 2019 Found: The ILO
Aren’t we always looking for ways to increase our bank balance? A little bit of side hustle here, some money that could lead to leaving our jobs there… well I’ve got an idea for you to make your 2019 a majorly profitable one. If you read Gloamer regularly you may already know about ILOs. They are […]
Business Banking 101, Finding the Perfect Account
All the things you need to know about keeping your accounts in check! From where to set up your business bank account, to keeping track of your invoices. I am about to provide you with a complete guide to business banking and keeping your accounts, so the tax man doesn’t shout at you in April. […]
Can You Make A Living On Etsy? (Free Selling Tips Included)
Since 2005, Etsy has been enabling creative individuals to place their wares in front of millions of potential buyers and turn their passions into opportunity. Last year alone, Etsy generated an annual revenue of $441.23 million and had nearly 2 million active sellers. Sounds pretty lucrative for those with a creative mind and products to […]
I’m an Introvert, How do I promote myself?
Travel is said to be one of the most enriching and life-changing experiences in your life. However, it can also be one of the most challenging especially for those that feel their character traits put them at a disadvantage. Many people think that travel, working abroad and anywhere in fact, is only for the extroverts […]
A Freelancer’s Branding Essentials
According to Tears for Fear, ‘Everybody wants to rule the world’. From a freelancers perspective, everyone wants to be brand famous. Looking at advice from Linzi Boyd (Branding specialist), I’m about to delve into the essentials for anyone looking to create a bespoke brand. As freelancers, we have a tendency to jump in at the […]
Making it work: Stuart Semple
It was after a near death experience at 19 that British artist Stuart Semple decided the only way he wanted to live his life was on his own terms. Those terms were artistic ones and what started with the sale of a print on ebay has lead to a collective of creative companies and Stuart […]
How To Build An Alternative Portfolio for 2019
If you’re a little like us, always on the hunt for new and novel ways to make a bit of extra cash you’ll be wanting to find ways to make that cash grow. Maybe you’ll already have a little portfolio on the go but there’s always room to diversify! For 2019 we’re looking further afield […]