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1 July 2026

Build Your Own Workflows: Mastering AI as a Freelancer

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.

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30 June 2026

How this industrial giant scaled GenAI to 150,000 employees: The 3-Pillar method

Moving from "gadget-style" experimentation to industrial production is the ultimate friction point this year. For multinational corporations, the question is no longer if they should dive in, but how to sustainably anchor Generative AI into the daily business processes of thousands of workers without triggering a security or budgetary disaster.

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29 June 2026

Real-World AI Implementation: Hard Truths and Actionable Blueprints

Something massive is shifting in the tech landscape, and it’s happening right in our neighborhood. At a recent Malt AI afterwork in Brussels, our community focused on the most exciting question in development: How are builders actually deploying AI today?

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AI Transformation Consulting: From Strategy to ROI

Discover how AI transformation consulting helps enterprises prioritise use cases, build governance, drive adoption and deliver measurable AI ROI

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25 June 2026

GenAI Divide: Malt’s proven method for deploying reliable and scalable AI Agents

How do you bridge the GenAI Divide and make your production agents profitable? Léo Martin reveals Malt's internal methodology, proven across more than 80 active workflows with concrete ROI.

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12 June 2026

How I Learned to Vibe Code, and How It Changed the Way I Work

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.

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From 1 to 15 AI Agents: How to Automate Strategic Briefs Without Losing Your Way

How do you shift from conversational AI to agentic AI? Thibault Boutet breaks down his Multi-Agent methodology to automate your workflows with 99% reliability.

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27 May 2026

From Hype to Execution: Why the Future of AI Belongs to Freelancers (Malt AI Night 2026)

Deep-Dive into Malt AI Night at the Pavillon Élysée T: AI Business Insights, Adoption Frameworks, Expert Perspectives and the Freelancers Got AI Talent Awards ceremony.

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The operationalization era: how your company can leverage independent experts to scale tech in 2026

The AI excitement of the past two years has officially matured. We are no longer simply experimenting with what artificial intelligence can do, we are integrating it into the very core of business operations.

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How I Slashed My Freelance Proposal Time by 60% Using AI

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.

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4 May 2026

AI Governance: How to Secure Collaboration Between Companies and Independent AI Experts?

How to innovate with AI without compromising security? Discover the keys to successful governance between companies and freelancers: risk management, tackling "Shadow AI," and AI Act compliance.

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How to win the war for freelance talent

A fundamental workforce shift is rendering traditional talent management models obsolete. By 2025, the number of freelancers globally is expected to exceed 1.57 billion, meaning nearly 47% of the world's workforce will operate in some form of freelance capacity. As companies increasingly turn to freelancers to access specialized skills (88%), scale for workload peaks (68%), and cover workforce gaps (54%), the competition for top independent experts has never been fiercer.

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2 April 2026

What’s New on Malt? Roundup of Changes on the Platform This Quarter

Your quarterly dose of updates to boost your business 🚀

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1 April 2026

Mastering the balancing act of using AI intentionally

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.

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13 March 2026

AI Day at Station F: from the "AI Bubble" to the industrial era of execution

Is the AI bubble bursting? At Station F, the verdict was clear: we are entering the era of execution. Master the 3 skills needed to lead the 2026 AI market.

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9 March 2026

Engineering blueprint: how we cut matching latency by 95% using vector search

This article is adapted from a technical deep-dive by Nicolas Mauti, Staff MLOps Engineer at Malt. It was originally published on the Malt Engineering Blog. You can read the original version here.

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2 March 2026

The 2026 Turning Point: A Freelancer’s Guide to Mandatory E-Invoicing in Europe

New European regulations (ViDA) are changing how you must receive and send invoices. We explain how you can stay compliant and avoid fines.

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2 February 2026

Two Freelancers, One Roof: The Ultimate Guide to Living and Working Together

The sweet freedom of freelancing comes with a package deal, which sometimes includes the occasional administrative puzzle to solve. Finding your next home or planning a vacation is an exciting milestone, even if the administrative side requires a little extra creativity for independent talent. But what about couples where both partners are freelancers? Read on to find out more.

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27 January 2026

From code to impact: a journey into mission-driven project management

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.

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8 January 2026

Product Pulse: Key Features in 2025 

Malt was built to give freelancers and companies the freedom to work together on their own terms. In 2025, we’ve supercharged that mission by launching transformative updates to our intelligent matching engine and expanding our reach into comprehensive talent management.

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15 December 2025

Problem-free AI Success: How to Ensure GDPR-Compliance as a Freelancer

Learn how to proactively manage the five greatest AI risks – from exposing confidential data and hallucinations, to loss of expertise. We show you the practical SAFER-Blueprint and give you concrete tips on how to use AI as a transparent, responsible sparring partner.

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From Surviving to Thriving: The Freelancer’s Mindset for 2026

Freelancing has always required resilience, but 2026 demands something more: strategy, clarity, and a mindset built not just for surviving the uncertainty of independent work, but for thriving in it.
This year, your edge won’t come from working harder. It will come from working smarter, standing out more sharply, and building the kinds of relationships and capabilities that compound over time.

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1 December 2025

2026 UK Freelance Trends: Compliance, Capability and the Rise of the AI-Enabled Independent

2026 will be a turning point for UK freelancers. Regulation is tightening, clients are rethinking how they access talent, and AI is reshaping what “expertise” actually means. Freelancers who treat their work like a micro-business - compliant, specialised and technology-enabled - will be the ones who thrive.

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1 December 2025

Charting the Course for 2026: AI & Tech Predictions for Our Community

What's next? We spoke with Malt's CTO Claire Lebarz to better understand what to expect on the tech landscape in 2026.

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21 November 2025

How to maintain work-life balance as a freelancer? 

The dream of freelancing is often painted with images of working from a sunny cafe, setting your own hours, and enjoying newfound flexibility. But the reality can be more of a challenge. Traditional 9-to-5 boundaries are suddenly gone, leaving you to be your own boss, motivator, and timekeeper. So how can you ensure you thrive?

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19 November 2025

Debunking the Myth: Freelancers Cost Twice as Much as Full-Time Employees 

There’s a persistent belief in many organisations: hiring a freelancer is simply too expensive, as it’s about double what an employee costs. In fact, that belief overlooks the full story. When you break down the numbers and take into account the hidden employer costs, suddenly the numbers are not that different... Let’s take a closer look. 

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6 November 2025

Hiring is a Team Sport: Introducing Collaborative Sourcing on Malt

Finding the perfect freelancer is rarely a solo mission. For strategic or complex projects, you need input from technical leads, other managers, and maybe even procurement or HR teams. At Malt, we believe hiring should be a seamless team sport, not an administrative headache. 

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27 October 2025

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: The Freelancer’s Gut Check 

As a freelancer, you're often on your own when you need a little boost of confidence after a particularly challenging project. In this deep-dive, we're exploring the experience of "imposter syndrome" and offering you tips on how to restore your self-esteem during particularly challenging times.

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Connecting the Dots: Fragmentation in Product Roles Across Organizations

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.

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21 October 2025

CSRD Reporting Obligations: Priorities for Companies & Opportunities for Freelancers

Sustainability reporting is becoming mandatory - and many companies now need guidance. Who is affected? What applies when? And how can all this be implemented efficiently? In a recent Malt webinar with our German team, CSRD expert Laurin Flörke showed what really matters now – and where companies urgently need support. For freelancers, this means: anyone who can bring structure into the reporting jungle is in greater demand than ever.

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From Cow to Climate: A Dairy Roadmap to Net-Zero Emissions

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.

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9 October 2025

The data, the skills, the reality: Insights from UK Malt Tech Trends 2025 event

The Malt Tech Trends 2025 event in London brought together a packed audience of data, AI and digital leaders to explore how organisations are adapting to new technologies and the skills reshaping their teams.

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What is burnout and can I do anything about it?

Work can be good for our mental health. It gives us purpose, structure, and opportunities to connect with others and develop useful skills. But sometimes, if our environment isn’t right, it can affect our physical and emotional health. This can lead to burnout. Here I explore what burnout is, and steps you can take to help.

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6 October 2025

Sealing the Deal: Transforming a Quote into a Project is Just a Step Away

Receiving a quote request is always a satisfying moment! It's the sign that a new adventure may soon begin. But let’s be honest, a freelancer’s true skill goes beyond technical expertise; it lies in their ability to turn that opportunity into a signed contract. And that’s where the real test lies!

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1 October 2025

Beyond the brief: trending clients expectations for today’s freelancers

We’re exploring how you can adapt to trending client demands in 2025, focusing on key areas like corporate social responsibility, cybersecurity, hybrid work models, and artificial intelligence.

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1 September 2025

Networking 101: How to Combat Isolation as a Freelancer

Freelancing offers unparalleled freedom and flexibility, but it can also come with a certain level of loneliness. The lack of daily interactions with colleagues, common in traditional employment, can lead to feelings of isolation. Here we explore the often-overlooked issue of freelancer isolation and provide actionable strategies to strengthen your professional network, with tips straight from two members of Malt’s community.

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Working at the Intersection of Culture and Structure: Two Projects, Two Public Institutions – One Common Denominator

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.

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11 August 2025

AI in Life Sciences: Facing the talent crunch and training challenge head-on

AI is transforming life sciences, but talent shortages and training challenges are slowing adoption. As demand grows for professionals who understand both AI and pharma, organisations are turning to freelancers to bridge the gap, bringing agility, fresh thinking and expertise to help teams learn, adapt and scale responsibly in a tightly regulated space.

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Building a Resilient Freelance Business in the GCC: Strategies for Diversifying Income and Client Portfolios.

The dynamic world of independent consulting demands more than just expertise; it requires an inherent ability to adapt and withstand market shifts. For professionals navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, cultivating resilience isn't merely an advantage, it's a fundamental necessity.

This article delves into how independent professionals in the GCC can build enduring businesses by strategically diversifying their income streams and client portfolios, transforming potential vulnerabilities into sustainable strengths.

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28 July 2025

AI in Life Sciences: how AI is changing the industry?

At our recent event, we brought together freelancers, clients, and experts to explore how AI is being used (and challenged!) across the life sciences sector. The conversation was refreshingly honest, and at times critical, offering a welcome counterbalance to the usual AI hype.

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18 July 2025

How Malt's More than a Decade of Data Built an Unbeatable AI for Hiring

While the current headlines focus on a fast-paced "AI race," at Malt, our data indicates there’s a real transformation around AI happening–one that’s more deliberate and looks at long-term shifts.

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Why smart companies don’t wait for a full-time CFO 

In moments of transition - M&A, system overhauls, strategic pivots - waiting months for a permanent CFO can cost momentum. Today’s most agile companies are bringing in interim CFOs as strategic operators who deliver immediate impact. Whether it's stabilising finance functions, driving transactions or accelerating transformation, the right interim leader brings speed, agility and results without compromise.

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Personal Branding for Independent Consultants: A Simple Three Step Guide with a Focus on the GCC Region

In the consulting industry's competitive environment, technical expertise alone is no longer sufficient. Professional consultants and interim managers must establish a clear and credible personal brand to differentiate themselves. A well-defined brand demonstrates subject-matter authority, cultural awareness, and alignment with regional priorities—qualities increasingly valued by both public and private sector clients.

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How to Claim Your Time Back: Master Automation and AI agents as a Freelancer

Are you looking for ways to level up in your freelancing work? As AI technology advances rapidly, there are a number of ways to automate certain tasks and free up extra time to complete projects. Here we take a look with independent AI Strategist Justin Tan at some interesting ways to save a ton of time each week. 

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Freelancer rate versus FTE salary – what’s fair to pay?

As freelancers take on high-impact roles, they deserve pay that reflects both their value and flexibility. Simply dividing a full-time salary overlooks hidden employment costs and risks underpaying. A smarter approach to freelance salary grids considers total cost plus a flexibility premium- leading to better outcomes, lower churn, and stronger partnerships.

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Unlocking Potential: Transforming IT with Google Cloud Platform at a Major Swiss retailer

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.

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12 June 2025

Financial Wellbeing for Freelancers

Freelancing offers freedom but also responsibility. From managing irregular income to planning for the unexpected, financial wellbeing isn’t a luxury for freelancers, it’s a necessity.

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12 June 2025

Shaping the Future: Tech Freelancers Insights on the Changing Face of AI in 2025

There's a lot of hype right now about how AI is disrupting, well, just about everything. We decided to cut through the noise and hand the mic directly to a handful of Malt's freelancers who are on the front lines of rapidly changing client demands, and the technologies that may or may not make them possible.

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10 June 2025

Freelancing & Training: How to Find Time When You Don't Have Any

Training often ends up at the bottom of our freelance to-do list, pushed aside by bookkeeping, taxes, or prospecting, even though we genuinely want to do it! In this article, you'll find practical methods and tools, alongside insights from Yann Fontes, a freelancer at Malt Strategy, to help you build learning into your daily routine and turn training into a real driver of business growth.

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10 June 2025

If you Think Generative AI Is Replacing Journalists and Writers From the Workforce, Think Again.

Malt's Editorial Collective gathers insights from our exceptional community of freelancers. The views and opinions expressed herein are those of the author, published to encourage a diversity of perspectives and insights.

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How to Manage Cash Flow as a Freelance Consultant in the GCC

Effective cash flow management is one of the most critical components of running a sustainable freelance consulting business in the GCC. As a consultant, your income is likely to be irregular, project-based, and susceptible to payment delays. This unpredictability makes it essential to implement systems and strategies to ensure financial stability across fluctuating income cycles. Here’s how to proactively manage your cash flow in 2025 and protect your business from unnecessary financial stress.

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How to set the right pricing for your freelance consulting service in the GCC

Discover what are the aspects to take in consideration to set a fair price for your services in the region, navigate through an evolving market and avoid pitfalls

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5 May 2025

Healthy routines instead of good intentions – how to make real changes with AI and know-how

We know what's good for us. But, oftentimes, we only get so far as our good intentions. In our recent webinar "(re)Build Your Health & Energy Through Simple Habits in 2025", Phil Ruttens – Tech & Health Professional, CMO and Founder of TITEOS – shows how healthy routines really work. His approach: simple principles, psychological know-how and the smart use of AI.

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Daily rates: the ultimate guide to invoicing fairly

Discover tips and tricks from our Malt experts on how to calculate your ideal daily rate and avoid pitfalls, shared during our first live FAQ session with Hanna Cohen Sebban and Antoine Dupuis.

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1 May 2025

Behind the Curtain: The Unfiltered Reality of Interim CFOs in Private Equity

At a recent Malt event, we brought together private equity professionals and seasoned finance leaders to discuss the evolving role of interim CFOs. Drawing on real-world examples - from high-growth businesses and exits to periods of instability - the conversation unpacked when interims are brought in, what makes these engagements work, and how to set them up for success.

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15 April 2025

Freelancer Legal Compliance: Easier Than You Think

Want to better understand the ins and outs of freelancer legal compliance? Here we dive into the topic, giving you practical advice on best practices to stay compliant and reassure clients.

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4 April 2025

The 5 Superpowers every freelancer must master in the Age of AI

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.

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1 April 2025

How Malt UK Started 2025: Trends & Insights

The first quarter of 2025 showed us what many freelancers already knew: this way of working isn’t just here to stay - it’s evolving, growing and attracting more talent than ever before. Whether you're deep into your independent career or just starting out, the signs from Q1 point to strong momentum for freelance professionals across the UK. Let’s take a closer look at what shaped the quarter on Malt in the UK, and what’s ahead.

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31 March 2025

Redefining Productivity: How Our Latest Features Help You Do More

Finding the right freelancer and managing projects shouldn’t feel like a maze of emails, contracts, and scattered workflows. That’s why we’ve made it easier than ever to find top talent, onboard them seamlessly, and manage everything from contracts to payments to collaboration, all in one place.

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Sustainability Consulting: Why ESG Freelancers are in High Demand in GCC

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are experiencing a significant shift towards sustainability and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. This transition has led to a burgeoning demand for ESG consultants, particularly freelancers who are able to work onsite and offer flexibility and specialized expertise.

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11 March 2025

Scaling Your Freelance Business

Scaling your freelance business involves expanding your operations, increasing your income, and building a sustainable workflow without sacrificing quality. This typically includes automating tasks, outsourcing, raising your rates, diversifying services, and attracting high-value clients. The goal is to grow your business while maintaining work-life balance and efficiency.

Freelance meaning: Understanding Freelancing and Self-Employment
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11 March 2025

Freelance meaning: Understanding Freelancing and Self-Employment

Explore the definition of freelancing, its advantages, challenges, and how self-employment offers flexibility, independence, and diverse income opportunities.

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11 March 2025

How to write a freelancer CV?

As a freelancer, you need a way to showcase your ability; whether this is your experience, your top skills, or your portfolio, you need a way to put this all together. Writing a freelancer CV can sometimes be challenging, especially if you’ve got a lot of information to add—especially as it is slightly different from a normal CV.

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11 March 2025

20 Pros and Cons of Freelancing

Explore 20 pros and cons of freelancing to help you weigh the benefits of independence, flexibility, and control against the challenges of instability and workload.

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11 March 2025

Freelancing vs full-time job: Pros and Cons

Compare freelancing and full-time jobs by exploring their pros and cons, including flexibility, income stability, career growth, and work-life balance to make the best choice.

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11 March 2025

How to be a successful freelancer

Learn to succeed as a freelancer with our guide on pricing, networking, and career planning. Grow your freelance business with expert tips and strategies.

What is a digital nomad, and what do they do?
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11 March 2025

What is a digital nomad, and what do they do?

A digital nomad is someone who works remotely, using technology to earn a living while traveling the world. Discover how they balance work and exploration in today's digital age.

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11 March 2025

Freelance vs. Self-Employed: What is the difference?

Discover the key differences between freelance and self-employed work, from job structure to legal considerations, and how each offers unique benefits and challenges.

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11 March 2025

How to start Freelancing

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.

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10 March 2025

MTD, IR35 & Dividend Tax: 3 Changes Reshaping Freelancing in the UK in 2026

We're rounding up all of the major administrative changes coming down the line this year for our UK freelancers.

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3 March 2025

Malt Business Referral Program: Community Testimonials

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.

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3 March 2025

SAP Security Monitoring with Microsoft Sentinel as SIEM - A Case Study from the Swiss Federal Administration

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.

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From Feast-and-Famine to Steady Growth: How to Thrive as an Independent Consultant

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.

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4 February 2025

Freelancing in 2025: What to expect and prepare for?

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.

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4 February 2025

Empowering Freelancers with AI: Malt x Le Wagon Community Event

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.

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3 February 2025

Best Cybersecurity Practices for Freelancers

You’re a freelancer, which means, you’re always upskilling. But are you up to date on your cybersecurity?

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14 January 2025

Product Pulse: Top 2024 Features and What’s Coming in 2025

Since day one of launching Malt, our mission has always stayed the same: to give everyone the freedom of choice. We’ve done that by creating easy-to-use technology that revamps the way we hire talent – no applications or cover letters, just our intelligent matching system that pairs expert freelancers with global companies.

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8 January 2025

Malt UK: A year in reflection and what’s ahead for 2025

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.

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8 January 2025

Pioneering Data Modeling Excellence

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.

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Spotlight on: in-house consulting, with AFCI

On November 27th, Malt Strategy, in collaboration with the AFCI, welcomed independent consultants to a round-table discussion on in-house consulting professions. 

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13 December 2024

Malt x Ember - Self Assessment for Freelancers

Discover the Self Assessment essentials for freelancers to equip you with the confidence to submit your tax returns accurately and on time. Understand the benefits of early filing and how it can benefit you.

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10 December 2024

Build a Superteam. Hire Freelancers In Seconds, Not Days.

If workforce agility defines competitive advantage, why are so many companies still managing their freelance talent like it's 1999? For many organisations, sourcing, hiring, and managing external talent at scale is an expensive and time-consuming process bogged down by outdated systems and limited talent pools. 

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2 December 2024

The Future of Work is Here: Freelancing, AI, and Skills-Based Hiring

In recent years, the landscape of work has been undergoing a seismic shift. According to a recent Harvard Business Review article published in January-February 2024, ‘organizations are increasingly adopting an open-talent strategy, engaging with a globally distributed freelance workforce accessible via on-demand digital platforms.’

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2 December 2024

Celebrating Our Freelancers As We Ring in 2025

It’s that time of year again - time to close our computers, unplug our headphones, and take a moment to raise a glass to the freelancers whose incredible work has been the guiding light for Malt in 2024! 

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26 November 2024

A freelancer's guide to financing a tech training

Ready to take the leap into the dynamic world of tech? As a freelancer, your career journey is in your hands, and mastering technology opens a world of possibilities. In this comprehensive guide, we'll show you how to finance your tech training journey with Le Wagon, empowering you to build the future you envision.

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30 September 2024

Boosting revenue while delighting customers—Georg’s secret to success

Georg has shown how easy it is to increase your income with the Malt referral program while making customers happy at the same time.

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30 September 2024

Freelancing in the UAE: A Land of Opportunity

The UAE presents a unique opportunity for freelancers to flourish in a tax-free environment, leverage a supportive community, and explore a thriving business landscape. By carefully considering factors like visa options, cost of living, and desired level of control, freelancers can embark on a fulfilling and successful career path in the UAE.

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26 August 2024

Check out our summer releases 2024!

Get ready to enhance your freelancer journey! We're thrilled to announce the latest batch of tools and features designed for you. From profile optimisation to expense management, these releases are here to make your freelance life easier and enable you to focus on your work. Dive in and discover what's new on our platform today!

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21 August 2024

Choosing the right bank account as a freelancer

Traditional banks often fail to meet the unique needs of freelancers. In this article with Revolut, we provide essential tips on selecting the right bank account to manage your finances effectively, stay agile, and maximise your earnings. 

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22 July 2024

The imperative of personal data protection for freelancers

In today’s digital age, the protection of personal data is not just a necessity but a significant area of concern for clients and service providers alike. Learn more about your obligations with our Compliance Kit.

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15 July 2024

Productive habits for successful homeworking

Establishing healthy routines and habits is essential to enhance productivity without compromising wellbeing and happiness while working from home. Learn more as we explore some key productive habits with The Homeworker magazine founder, Louise Goss.

If you work from home, hybrid, or work is not always in the office, The Homeworker provides expert knowledge, advice, and resources to help you be happier, healthier, more productive and fulfilled. As an official Malt partner, you can benefit from 15% off all of their digital resources and print magazines.

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How specialization can boost your freelance career

Freelancer specialization improves rates and client conversion through targeted expertise. Learn how to choose a specific field to boost your freelance career and stand out in the market.

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28 June 2024

Effective negotiation strategies for freelancers

Discover 5 tips and techniques to increase your chances as a freelancer.

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28 June 2024

Building repeat business as a freelancer

Ditch the project hunt! This guide reveals how to build long-term client relationships for steady income, higher rates, and career growth. Learn proven strategies & avoid common pitfalls.

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25 June 2024

Malt Open: Effortlessly manage your entire freelance workforce

Malt connects you with a vast pool of over 700,000 freelancers. But we understand you might have some strong freelance relationships already established. That's why we're thrilled to announce Malt Open’s self-service feature, that allows you to seamlessly integrate your existing freelancers into the Malt platform.

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13 June 2024

Unleash your speed: introducing powerful new features on Malt

Unleash your speed: introducing powerful new features on Malt

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The freelancer's guide to mastering client interviews

As a freelancer, your first impression can seal the deal with a new client or cause you to miss out on an opportunity. This article offers you a comprehensive guide to prepare effectively and impress your prospects from the first contact.

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4 May 2024

AI promises, mind the tinnitus

The disparity between the promises of AI and its tangible results in business creates a tension reminiscent of tinnitus, highlighting the challenges of aligning expectations with operational realities. To overcome this dissonance, companies must adjust their strategies by gradually integrating AI and setting realistic goals.

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30 April 2024

Economic resilience — How freelancers turn challenges into opportunities

In the face of Europe's complex economic challenges, freelancers are not just surviving; they are thriving. By turning obstacles into opportunities, they demonstrate their indispensable role in driving innovation and growth across the continent.