Self Made

It’s no secret that freelancing can feel like a high-wire act without a net. You’re constantly pitching, producing, editing, invoicing—maybe even chasing down late payments. The thrill of independence is real, but so is the exhaustion. And while every hour you put in can (hopefully) lead to a paycheck, there’s often a quiet anxiety humming …

Taking the leap into self-employment can be scary, but it can also change lives for the better. Many self-employed people talk about how their job offers them a sense of purpose and fulfillment that evaded them when they worked for someone else, not to mention the more logistical benefits of being your own boss and …

​In today’s globalized business environment, language proficiency is a pivotal asset. According to Preply, Italian, ranked in 10th place, boasts approximately 85 million speakers worldwide and serves as the official language of Italy, San Marino, and Vatican City. It is also prevalent in regions of Switzerland, Croatia, and Slovenia. Italy’s prominence in sectors such as …

Running a small business means becoming a jack of all trades, especially when starting out, you might be the finance department, marketing team, boss, sales, IT, and HR rolled into one. Thankfully, technology has made this far easier than it was a decade ago. With the help of smart apps, intuitive platforms, and purpose-built software, …

Autonomy, flexible hours and the ability to earn more without jumping through hoops: Given these perks, it’s no surprise that over 9 million Americans have chosen to start their own businesses, according to the latest data available from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Of course, this is much harder to accomplish than simply deciding to …