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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 10/03/2026

These are the most popular editions of my newsletter on navigating freelancing as a career-long pursuit. 🧡 1. How to invest wisely in the right career development opportunities www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-in...

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 23/02/2026

Want potential clients to trust you? Earn "reputational currency" in the form of writing, speaking, or teaching. It signals: I'm the expert. I've done this, and here's proof. My latest in @inc.com on how solopreneurs can win the trust of potential clients: www.inc.com/brian-honigm...

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 18/02/2026

The conditions today are more ideal than ever for diving into self-employment. 29.8 million solopreneurs are already doing it, and you can too. In my piece for @inc.com, I discuss why this shift is happening today and how it's easier (not easy) to begin freelancing. www.inc.com/brian-honigm...

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 10/02/2026

Seasoned freelancers are pros at turning skepticism into trust. Reframe assumptions and create strong relationships by showing vs. telling others how you show up as a partner. If you’re looking for more reframes on common myths about freelancers, check out my newsletter. #freelance #selfemployed

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 04/02/2026

The age old advice but for freelancers: don’t forget to work ON your business and not just IN your business.

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 03/02/2026

A recent study by Bayes Business School shows daily stress levels rise noticeably when you are self-employed, largely due to long working hours. Left unchecked, this kind of pressure quickly leads to burnout. Here's how to fix this, based on my twelve years of experiencing freelancing.

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 27/01/2026

Freelancing often starts with work that isn’t scalable. That intense effort is often required to break through and establish a practice with staying power.

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 22/01/2026

Undercharging is easy. Charging what you’re worth takes strategy. Consider the tangible results you deliver, the market rates for your type of work, and your previous salary to set rates that match your expertise as a freelancer. #freelance #solopreneur

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 21/01/2026

Here's a quick script for turning scope creep into a paid opportunity, while protecting your time and keeping the project on track. #freelance #solopreneur #selfemployed #freelancerlife

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 21/01/2026

Want potential clients to notice you? Putting in the extra effort is required today as you’re navigating sales, biz dev, and marketing as a freelancer. The goal is standing out for the right reasons, showcasing your expertise, reliability, and impact. #freelance #solopreneur #selfemployed

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 19/01/2026

Want more freelance work? Earn the trust of existing clients. Communicate these wins to signal your trustworthiness to others. And invest time in earning reputational currency from known institutions like earning industry awards, writing for trade publications, teaching at universities etc.

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 16/01/2026

Hello consulting!! Here’s how to get going, land your first clients, and set up your business from the start. All based on my new article in @inc.com go give it a read. www.inc.com/brian-honigm... 🔗 #consulting #selfemployed

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 12/01/2026

Every freelancer starts somewhere; clarity on what work you enjoy and what’s in demand comes with time. Be kinder to yourself in the beginning as you figure things out and set your foundations. Discernment will come later. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #consulting #careerpivot

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 09/01/2026

In this week's newsletter, I dive into reasonable shifts you can make in your freelance practice that have helped me and other self-employed folks in my network stay booked. Like: 1. Blending more execution work into your advising. More immersion is expected in many cases.

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 08/01/2026

Three steps to becoming an independent consultant after your career in corporate. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #consulting #careerpivot

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 07/01/2026

Be a jack/jill of all trades AND a master of some for lasting relevance as a freelancer. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancetips #freelancelife

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 06/01/2026

How to avoid spreading yourself too thinly as you diversify into multiple streams of income. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #freelancerlife

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 05/01/2026

Getting back into work after the holiday season without stress or burnout. It’s a little different as a freelancer, not harder. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #careeradvice

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 19/12/2025

Add interesting, fun, and challenging projects to your mix to stay motivated as a freelancer. Even if it doesn’t pay substantially, the goal is bringing some joy to your work. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #careeradvice

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 17/12/2025

You don't need the perfect plan when diving into freelancing. Just take the next step and you'll adjust your strategy later. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #freelancerlife

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 16/12/2025

Social media is one way to promote yourself as a freelancer, but it is not a requirement either. It’s more like a nice to have if you’re investing in marketing elsewhere in other ways. #freelance #freelancertips #solopreneur

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 15/12/2025

Say yes to more gigs when first starting out with freelancing, clarity comes later. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #careeradvice

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 12/12/2025

How to show up as a partner not as an employee, so you’re taken more seriously as a freelancer. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 10/12/2025

I take off most of December every year. Usually three weeks, sometimes the entire month. As a freelancer, I'm afforded more flexibility with my schedule and the holiday season is a slow time for everyone, but mainly I plan ahead for winter break.

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 03/12/2025

Many freelancers burn out, struggle with cash flow, or lose love for what they do. These pitfalls are often why folks can’t continue freelancing for the long haul. Here’s how to recognize and avoid them. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #freelancerlife

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 01/12/2025

Less sting, more strategy. How to reduce the hurt when getting rejected as a freelancer. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #careeradvice

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 25/11/2025

Slow periods happen for every freelancer. It’s what you do with them that defines if this is a viable career path for the future. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #careeradvice

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 21/11/2025

Ever felt like a client’s just tossing tasks at you? You’re not alone, but that’s not your only option. Leading a project, not just reacting to it, is how you protect your boundaries AND deliver better results. Learn how in this week's newsletter: www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-fr...

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 20/11/2025

How freelancers act as leaders, not order takers.

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 20/11/2025

Proactive networking is the best insurance policy as a freelancer.

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 17/11/2025

Want more clients? Spend five minutes every work day pitching, applying, or networking. Freelancing for the long haul requires you make business development a routine, one incremental step at a time. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #careeradvice

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 14/11/2025

How to build trust in what you offer as a freelancer by earning reputational currency. #freelance

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 13/11/2025

Your next move as a freelancer isn’t likely on your to-do list. Make the time today to start planning for the continued sustainable growth of your practice. One step at a time. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #freelancer

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 12/11/2025

Create marketing that energizes your audience AND you as a freelancer. That’s what works. 🧡 #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 12/11/2025

Long-term viability in self-employment isn't about one big win; it's about a consistent, reliable flow of income. Here’s how to find your own clients: lnkd.in/ewwX8PBW

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 10/11/2025

Newish freelancers: Do the hard, unscalable things now. Your expertise multiplied through repeated, intentional effort can become your edge. Your future self will thank you. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 07/11/2025

Don’t wait for connection to find you. Freelancers who thrive are the ones proactive about collaboration.

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 06/11/2025

Whether you're a freelancer or a full-time employee, don't wait until you need something to start sharing your expertise and accomplishments on private or public forums like LinkedIn. The goal is proactively making the right people aware of your expertise, experience, and impact at work.

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 05/11/2025

How I made freelancing less risky by diversifying with multiple clients, various industries, and different formats of work. The goal is to never rely on one source of income and have continual career security. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 04/11/2025

Gigs today, career tomorrow! Build a lasting freelance practice by diversifying, pivoting, investing in skills, prioritizing work that sparks joy, and designing a career that reaps the full benefits of freelancing.

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 03/11/2025

How to describe yourself strategically as a freelancer to stand out, land more clients, and signal credibility and trust. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 31/10/2025

How to market yourself as a freelancer without social media. Yes, I recognize the irony sharing here. 🙃

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 30/10/2025

Because not every freelance day is glamorous 💀 #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 30/10/2025

The 4 P’s: Your guide to win-win projects. 🤝 #freelance #selfemployed

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 28/10/2025

How to handle bandwidth issues as a freelancer. Consider charging differently, partnering differently, or scheduling differently. #freelance #selfemployed

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 27/10/2025

Because your bank account deserves consistency, not chaos. ✌🏻 #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #freelancer

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 24/10/2025

Three non-obvious Q's to ask a client at the start of a project. This way you go beyond the obvious and align on key elements of the engagement that are more likely to lead to positive outcomes for everyone. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #freelancer

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 23/10/2025

Boredom is the silent saboteur in freelancing if you’re not careful. Pushback by adding newness, variety, and fun in your mix of work. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips #freelancer

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 22/10/2025

The best way to find freelancers is to proactively introduce yourself to them offline and online. It’s an ongoing process of finding like-minded folks you can trust. #freelance #selfemployed #solopreneur #freelancertips

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Brian Honigman @brianhonigman.com · 21/10/2025

Who should you try to befriend as a freelancer? Here’s my advice as this is important to get right, given a solid support system can make a huge difference when you’re self employed.

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