Independent workers are not at the edge of the workforce – they are one step ahead of it. They're also serving as their own personal CEO: running operations, strategy, and prospecting for the one-person company they manage on their own.
Discover the key differences between freelance and self-employed work, from job structure to legal considerations, and how each offers unique benefits and challenges.
To start freelancing in 2025, identify your skills, create a strong portfolio, and use platforms to find clients. Set fair rates, market yourself, and manage your finances well for long-term success.
We're rounding up all of the major administrative changes coming down the line this year for our UK freelancers.
Have you learned that a client or someone in your network is looking for professional expertise for a project you can't take on? You can share this opportunity with Malt through the business referral program: an excellent opportunity to increase your income while strengthening your professional relationships. Discover the testimonials of two freelancers sharing their experience with this program.
Malt's Editorial Collective gathers insights from our exceptional community of freelancers. This month's article comes to us from Sinisa Medic, SAP and Cybersecurity expert.
Independent consulting offers freedom and flexibility, but for many, it also brings one major challenge: inconsistent income. One month, you’re fully booked, and the next, you’re wondering where your next client will come from. Malt Strategy recently hosted a series of insightful webinars with Melisa Liberman, a business coach for independent consultants, and here we'll share our key takeaways from Melisa on how to shift from income unpredictability to steady, recurring revenue.
In 2025, freelancing remains a key pillar of the UK economy, driving innovation, filling skill gaps and offering businesses agility in uncertain times. While more professionals are exploring self-employment, the number of freelancers has not yet returned to pre-pandemic levels, suggesting that economic concerns and policy changes may still be holding some back.
AI is transforming industries at an unprecedented pace, creating exciting opportunities for freelancers. To explore this shift, Malt and Le Wagon co-hosted an exclusive event bringing together freelancers, students, and tech leaders. The evening featured expert insights on AI-driven projects, upskilling, and the evolving freelance landscape - plus plenty of networking and knowledge-sharing.
You’re a freelancer, which means, you’re always upskilling. But are you up to date on your cybersecurity?
As we welcome 2025, we want to take a moment to share what’s been happening at Malt UK over the past year and give you a glimpse of what’s ahead. While we’re still a young business in the UK, every step forward brings us closer to building a platform that truly supports our freelancers.
Malt's Editorial Collective gathers insights from our exceptional community of freelancers. The views and opinions expressed in this piece are those of the author, and are published to encourage a diversity of perspectives and insights.
