By Bethany Good Members of Cowork Frederick weigh in with their best advice for freelancers and solo entrepreneurs With more people leaving traditional 9-5 jobs in favor of choosing their own work, freelancing has become more popular than ever. The number of freelancers has been increasing since 2014. According to Statistica, there were about … [Read more...] about 20 Tips to Improve Your Freelancing Game
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Member Spotlight: Ron Crafton
Ron Crafton is a Frederick native and an accountant with ENVOCORE, and a tax preparer for Liberty Tax Services. He is a recent graduate of Frederick Community College and Mount Saint Mary’s University, where he got his associate's degree and bachelor's degree in accounting, respectively. "Most of the work I do is accounting, but I also … [Read more...] about Member Spotlight: Ron Crafton
Member Spotlight: Assim Salih
Assim Salih is an entrepreneur and former humanitarian aid worker specializing in war emergency responses. Currently, Assim is focusing on DeNaio, a hands-on banking app for young people. DeNaio was designed to teach 12-17-year-olds about money and financial literacy. Assim designed the app because he was concerned about the financial future of … [Read more...] about Member Spotlight: Assim Salih
What exactly is a “work sprint,” and why do they work?
Have you ever found yourself checking emails, sitting in meetings, or scrolling social media even though your to-do list is a mile long? If so, you should try work sprints! What is a work sprint? A work sprint is a dedicated period of time where you put aside all distractions and focus on a particular task. Get ready to put your phone … [Read more...] about What exactly is a “work sprint,” and why do they work?
Member Spotlight: Molly Benson
By Bethany Good Molly Benson is a freelance graphic designer who does a little bit of everything design-related, including branding, illustration, layout, and social media design. She is passionate about working with clients who contribute to a healthier, more vibrant world, such as park and land nonprofits, festivals, and arts organizations. … [Read more...] about Member Spotlight: Molly Benson