Freelancing

The Freelancing Hub is designed to support freelancers at every stage of their career. Inside, you’ll discover resources on setting rates, creating invoices, choosing platforms, and getting paid on time. Our guides also cover compliance, taxes, and financial planning to ensure you run your freelance business with confidence. Whether you’re new to freelancing or managing a large client base, this hub offers actionable strategies to grow sustainably.

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Top 10 Freelancing Countries

Read on to discover which markets offer you as a freelancer the highest average earnings, which markets are growing fastest, plus wider market trends and predictions.

Payoneer Team

April 28, 2025

Freelance hourly rate calculator

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub What’s the optimal method for calculating my freelance hourly rate? As a freelancer, maximizing your income while not pricing yourself out of the market can be a delicate…

Paying contractors and remote employees in Latin America

HomeResourcesGeneral Payments If you're running a business in the US, Europe or even in Latin America, there's a good chance you'll find yourself working with remote employees and/or contractors who…

Brazilian freelancers rise up

In Brazil's dynamic job landscape, freelancing has emerged as a powerful force.But there are still unique challenges and opportunities they face. Read on to learn more about the impact they are making on the local and global market.

Freelance Hourly Rate Calculator – Calculate Your Ideal Pay

Find out how much you should be charging for your freelance services and boost your bottom line.

Top 3 benefits of being a freelancer in the Philippines

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Freelancing in the Philippines has boomed in recent years, and the pandemic has accelerated this growth, making it an unstoppable trend. Since the discovery of flexible employment options,…

Ultimate guide to hiring international contractors in Pakistan

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Growing a business is always challenging. You have a lot of things to juggle, including understanding your customers, staying on top of market changes, and delivering excellent customer…

How Freelancers Can Attract New Clients Using Instagram

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub If you’re a freelancer, you probably already know that building your business requires a very savvy marketing mind. You have to constantly think of new strategic approaches to…

13 High-Demand Freelancer Skills in Today’s Market

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Ever wondered what the most in-demand freelancer skills are on the market? They're constantly changing and evolving, but some have been constant presences throughout the years as outsourcing…

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The top 20 freelance translation sites

Translation is a valuable skill in today’s global market, and as a freelancer, you can turn your language abilities into a steady income stream. Whether you’re bilingual or a native…

Payoneer Team

April 4, 2025

Business

Ultimate guide to hiring international contractors in top 15+ countries

Hiring international contractors can help you scale your business and cut costs—but each country has its own rules. This guide covers what you need to know about working with contractors…

Payoneer Team

April 4, 2025

Business

The Payoneer 2023 Freelancer Insights Report

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub As 2023 comes into full swing, small and large businesses around the world are still recovering from the lingering effects of COVID-19. To help them do so, consultants,…

Payoneer Team

September 3, 2024

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The top dropshipping platforms for 2023

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub The last few years have seen a massive rise in people opening ecommerce businesses, especially during the pandemic when a lot of people set up side hustles while…

Payoneer Team

January 2, 2024

Business

Ultimate guide to hiring international contractors in Mexico

Payoneer Team

December 7, 2023

Business

Ultimate guide to hiring international contractors in Thailand

Payoneer Team

December 6, 2023

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Ultimate guide to hiring international contractors in the Philippines

Payoneer Team

September 7, 2023

Business

2022 Global freelancer income report: The ongoing rise of the freelance revolution

The past two years have brought unprecedented disruptions to the global employment market. As billions around the world continued to shelter against COVID-19, the global work force, including millions of…

Payoneer Team

August 2, 2023

Business

How to Pay International Freelancers?

Interested in working with freelancers, worldwide? Making international payments to freelancers and independent contractors around the world doesn’t have to be a headache with Payoneer. Learn how to use Payoneer…

Payoneer Team

July 13, 2023

Business

What is the average freelance salary around the globe?

How much could you potentially earn as a freelancer? Although there is no set formula to determine freelance rates, a quick browse through any online marketplace reveals a wide range…

Payoneer Team

July 5, 2023

Business

7 ways small business owners can avoid stress and burnout

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub It's not easy to run a small business or work as a solopreneur. When you only have a few employees, you have to wear many hats and deal…

Payoneer Team

April 5, 2023

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7 tips for building a successful D2C brand in 2023

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Direct to consumer, or D2C, sales is a market that's been growing in importance in the last few years. You could think of it as a simpler form…

Payoneer Team

March 1, 2023

Business

Best Practices for Landing High Paying Clients

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Struggling to earn the big bucks? Whether you’re a freelance graphic designer or content writer, finding quality clients that will pay you what you’re worth can be challenging.…

Payoneer Team

December 2, 2022

Business

5 tips to boost your success as a freelance business professional

Today, we’re going to dive into the exciting world of freelance business analysis, a career path that offers a unique blend of autonomy, flexibility, and exciting opportunities. Whether you’re looking…

Payoneer Team

November 12, 2022

Business

Ultimate guide to hiring international contractors in Argentina

Payoneer Team

October 7, 2022

Business

We’ve partnered with bKash to streamline Bangladeshi cross-border payments

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Great news for Bangladeshi gig workers and entrepreneurs! Payoneer has teamed up with bKash, Bangladesh’s largest Mobile Financial Services (MFS) provider to streamline your payments and ensure that…

Payoneer Team

October 2, 2022

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JazzCash and Payoneer Team up to Make Freelance Payments Easy

HomeResourcesHow to use Payoneer Hub Exciting news for freelancers in Pakistan! Payoneer has recently partnered with JazzCash, a mobile payment provider in Pakistan, enabling you to receive funds from your…

Payoneer Team

November 1, 2021

Business

The 2020 freelancer income report : Based on a survey of 7,000+ global freelancers

Freelancing is booming, led by young workers and enabled by tech. Payoneer’s global survey shows $21/hr average rates, high satisfaction, and growing female participation. Experience beats education, and flexibility is…

Payoneer Team

April 4, 2021

Business

Take the Pain Out of Digital Music Royalty Payouts

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub The global music publishing market is expected to exceed $6.55 billion USD by the end of 2024 — but many digital publishers, distributors, music labels and performing rights…

Payoneer Team

April 4, 2021

Business

How to Effectively Raise Your Rates with Existing Clients & Handle Price Rejection

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Raising your freelance rate is an important part of growing as a freelancer, however, if you already have a well-established client base, it can be a bit tricky.…

Payoneer Team

March 3, 2021

Business

Payoneer and Kickstart Offer Freelancers and Businesses a More Valuable Way to Work

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Did you know that Pakistan, a booming startup ecosystem, holds one of the largest numbers of freelancers and entrepreneurs in the world? With that, the number of coworking…

Payoneer Team

January 6, 2021

Business

Tips for Working with Australian Clients (Webinar Recap)

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub As part of our commitment to helping small and medium-sized businesses to grow globally and connect with cross-border clients, Payoneer brings you insights into working with Australian clients.…

Payoneer Team

July 12, 2020

Business

Creating a Brand Around Your Freelance Business: 3 Things You Must Do

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Editor's Note: This is a guest post by Daniella Alscher, Content Marketing Associate at G2. No matter the type of freelance business you’re running, it needs to be…

Payoneer Team

April 5, 2020

Business

The State of Freelancing During COVID-19: 3 Takeaways from our Report

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub As COVID-19 continues to spread around the world, the remote workforce has become the new norm for the first time in modern history. Many freelancers and gig-workers share…

Payoneer Team

April 5, 2020

Business

8 Must-Have Money Management Tools for Freelancers

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Earl Nightingale once said, “Remember, jobs are owned by the company, you own your career.” Being a freelancer gives you control of who you work with, when you…

Payoneer Team

October 9, 2019

Business

9 Tips for Writing Better Invoices as a Freelancer

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Editor's note: This is a guest post by Connie Benton, professional blogger and writer. As a freelancer, it would be ideal to work with companies that provide a…

Payoneer Team

October 7, 2019

Business

How Freelancers Can Make the Most of Black Friday & Cyber Monday

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Black Friday isn’t only a major shopping day for B2C sales; it’s also a great opportunity for freelancers to make sales to their business customers. With the holiday…

Payoneer Team

September 11, 2019

Business

6 Best Team Productivity Tools in 2019

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Editor's note: This is a guest post by Mile Živković, content writer and work-life balance expert at Chanty. The modern age has brought us many blessings. Fast internet, ability to…

Payoneer Team

May 9, 2019

Business

Freelancer Contracts – What Should They Include?

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub For many freelancers, a huge motivator in their work involves freedom. Freedom to choose working hours, location(s), and sometimes even specific days of the week to work. However,…

Payoneer Team

February 10, 2019

Business

What Should You Do If a Client Doesn’t Pay?

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Because of the lack of a formal employment relationship, freelancers are exposed to greater risk of non-payment for work than traditional employees. A client refusing to pay for…

Payoneer Team

October 7, 2018

Business

Academics as Content Writers? It’s Debatable

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Editor’s note: This is a guest post by Amanda Sparks, Head of Content at Essay Supply. At first thought, it seems illogical and a waste of money. Hiring…

Payoneer Team

July 5, 2018

Business

Considering a Freelance Ghostwriter Career: Is It For You?

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Editor's note: This is a guest post from Mike Hanski. One of the most popular and profitable forms of professional writing today is ghostwriting. And with good reason.…

Payoneer Team

June 4, 2018

Business

5 Investments Serious Freelance Copywriters Should Make in Their Career

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Many people dream of writing professionally, and even take a stab at it for a while. However, if you are truly serious about freelance copywriting as a career…

Payoneer Team

May 10, 2018

Business

Overcommitment Issues: How to Bring Balance Back to Your Freelancing

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Does this describe you? The minute your eyes pop open, your stomach churns with dread. You know your day will be jam-packed, and even if you put in…

Payoneer Team

April 10, 2018

Business

Best Productivity Apps for Freelancers

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Editor’s note: This is a guest post from Aleksandar Olic. In freelancing, every hour counts. The more time you can save, the more of it you can spend…

Payoneer Team

March 9, 2018

Business

The Freelance Contract: A Revolution in Freelancers’ Rights

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Just about any freelancer knows the pain of running after clients for payments due. It is possibly the biggest struggle an outsourced worker across the world has to…

Payoneer Team

August 4, 2017

Business

5 Benefits of Working with International Clients

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Small business owners are discovering the advantages of working with clients in other countries. According to a USForex study, 58% of small businesses are already working with international…

Payoneer Team

March 3, 2017

Business

8 Factors to Consider Before Signing a Freelance Contract

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub You meet with a new client, discuss the details of your freelance project, discover your shared passion for video games, and agree to work together. Next comes the paperwork.…

Payoneer Team

March 5, 2016

Business

Top 6 Fastest Growing Freelance Verticals

HomeResourcesBusiness Hub Over the past few years the Freelance Economy has been exploding. Did you know that 1 in 3 people in the US are earning money from freelance jobs*,…

Payoneer Team

January 1, 2015

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