Freelancing certainly isn’t for everyone but for some, it can be the solution for improving work/life balance or becoming one’s own boss. Here are 7 tips that every freelancer should employ: 1. Calculate Your Rate 2. Always Have a Contract 3. Be Sure to Get a Deposit Upfront 4. Get the Low-Down on Taxes 5. Keep a Regular Schedule 6. Apply Technology and Tools 7. Be the Expert in Your Niche to Find New Clients