Pros and Cons of Becoming a Freelancer in Germany
Do you want to become a freelancer in Germany? Will you be better off with a proper salaried job or Is being your own boss is worth it? I have been freelancing in Germany for nearly three years now. Here are some of my thoughts about the pros and cons of being a freelancer in Germany.
How to Create German VAT Invoice + FREE Invoice Templates
Are you an expat freelancer in Germany? Read this post to learn how you can create a German VAT Invoice correctly. Don't forget to download FREE German invoice templates at the end of the post!
20 Surefire Websites to Find Remote Jobs in Germany (2023 Update)
Looking to work from home in Germany? Learn where you can find remote work in Germany, whether freelancing or full-time remote positions.
Working from Home vs Working at an Office: An Honest Comparision
Last updated on November 9th, 2020 at 03:46 pmIn today’s evolving workplace, it’s rare to find professionals that spend many years in the same organisation. Rather, it’s not unusual for millennials to have multiple positions under their belt which can come in the form of various freelance and part-time jobs. Most traditional workplaces have rigid structures where employees have to conform to cultural norms like wearing a shirt and tie and working 9 to 5. An employees typical day looks the same week after week, months after months – they spend most of their time in the office working under a manager’s direction, and at the end of their one…
Why I Chose To Freelance in Germany Instead Of Working Full-time?
Last updated on January 23rd, 2023 at 02:30 pmGermany is known for having one of the best working conditions in the world. Attractive paycheck, easy work weeks, great holiday allowance, and several other benefits and perks. So why on earth would someone trade them to freelance in Germany? Freelancing is not so uncommon in Germany. In fact, there’s an ever-growing self-employment economy in Germany. Well everyone has their own reasons to become a freelancer in Germany or elsewhere. Here are mine. I Did Not Want To Work From 9 To 5 This was clearly my biggest motivation. I hated, I mean absolutely hated working with a typical 9-5…
Six (Unexpected) Lessons From Freelancing In Germany
I have been freelancing in Germany for nearly a couple of years and recently scaled up from freelancing to small business. Here are some of the key lessons I learned during my first year of freelancing in Germany.
Upwork Proposal Tips That Earned Me $22,397 in 12 Months (As Part-Time Income)
Want to write upwork proposals to get high paying clients? These Upwork Proposal tips will help you get high paying clients on upwork. FREE Sample Proposals Inside!
The No Nonsense MVP Approach: How to Set Up Your Blog in One Week
Last updated on April 23rd, 2020 at 11:58 pm Blogging is one of those new-age professions out there that people find really hard to take seriously. Earning income by writing posts online? It must be SO easy huh? But it’s only when you set up your blog, that you realise it actually requires hard work and some serious dedication to be a consistent blogger. Ask me, I have launched new blogs almost 2 – 3 times and left halfway through because I either didn’t take it seriously enough or life just got in the way. So easy huh? But now I’m truly enjoying blogging every now and then about…
Top Tips For Setting Up Home Office in Germany (2023 Update)
In this post, learn about a few tips and tricks for setting up your home office in Germany and working right from the comfort of your home. You can also learn how you can take advantage of home office tax deductions in Germany.
German Health Insurance for Expats
Self-employed people in Germany are spoilt for choice when it comes to health insurance. Are you looking for health insurance for freelancers in Germany? Then read this overview of health insurances in Germany (and what might work best for you!).
