What is lead time? It is the amount of time between when an order is placed and when it is fulfilled.
Some businesses call this processing, while others refer to it as handling. For online merchants, this includes tasks such as storage, stock maintenance, order processing, and shipments. 

Did you know that freelancing is one of the most favored ways for many job seekers to side hustle?

Our brilliant engineers and product folk have been very busy these past weeks, building and testing a new feature to add even more value to Payoneer Checkout. At Payoneer, we understand the importance of having accurate, real-time, and complete data for you to make the best possible decisions for your business. With that in mind, […]

As the global trade story continues to evolve, we'll be sharing some simple guides to some of the key terminology and processes you might want to know more about. This week, we've got a quick guide to how global tariffs are calculated and paid.

State money transmitter licensing laws are a big deal in the US. They govern the safety and integrity of the payments system. In 48 states, payment companies need money transmitter licenses. However, it takes a lot to get approved for one. Find out more about the application process here.

Payoneer delivers a frictionless way to withdraw your PropellerAds revenue with low fees, quick access to funds, and global support.

Pakistan is the world’s 8th fastest growing freelance economy and one of the leading global hubs for freelance software engineers. 

Getting paid from AdSense shouldn’t be a hassle. Payoneer’s Adsense & YouTube Partner Program payouts provides you with a flexible way to receive your AdSense payments. Below is a simple guide to help you get started.

Tariffs are a tax that countries can impose on goods imported from different parts of the world – essentially adding an extra cost to foreign products which, in turn, can make them more expensive for exporters, importers, the end consumer, or a combination of them all. 

Talented visual artists often find it challenging to monetize their art. Payoneer and Gelato are joining forces to help them overcome the challenge with a produce-on-demand and payment solution that opens global markets. 

If you’ve thought about opening a new business somewhere with plenty of government support, expanding your business into the EU, or making it easier to work as a contractor or digital nomad anywhere in the European Economic Area (EEA), you should think about starting a business in Estonia...

Welcome to our definitive list of the top 10 countries for freelancers to do business in! These countries offer a favorable environment for freelancers, with a combination of high demand, supportive policies, and easy ways to get paid. 

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.

ACoS – What is ACoS marketing and how is it calculated? Navigating the ecommerce world can sometimes feel like decoding a complex secret language. One term that frequently surfaces is Advertising Cost of Sales, commonly known as ACoS. If you’ve found yourself puzzled by what it means and why it matters, you’ve landed at the […]

Shopify is the perfect solution for ecommerce sellers who want to take their businesses to new heights. It’s a powerful platform that offers a wide range of integrations and features, making it easy to provide seamless online shopping experiences for customers worldwide.

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 speaker, top translation platforms make it easy to find clients, set your rates, and get paid quickly.

A quote estimates costs before work begins; an invoice requests payment after it's done. Knowing when and how to use each helps you stay organized, get paid faster, and build client trust.

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 in key markets and how Payoneer makes global payments simple and compliant.

Looking for a simple, secure way to get paid and pay others as a small business? Payoneer offers SMBs global payment solutions with low fees, flexible currency options, strong compliance, and seamless integrations with tools and marketplaces—making international business smoother and smarter.

What is lead time? It is the amount of time between when an order is placed and when it is fulfilled.Some businesses call this processing, while others refer to it as handling. For online merchants, this includes tasks such as storage, stock maintenance, order processing, and shipments.  In a highly competitive market, reducing lead time […]

The easy Payoneer guide to SWIFT payments Greetings, business owners, and welcome to our guide to SWIFT pay at Payoneer. As one of the world’s premier payment platforms, we understand the importance of seamless global transactions for eSellers. That’s why we’ve put together this Payoneer SWIFT code guide – just for you. We’re here to […]

For online sellers, cash flow issues can be a regular occurrence. Whether you’ve seen a decrease in sales, experienced supply-chain complications, or are looking to seize a new opportunity to grow your business, it’s always important to have enough cash on hand. Here, we detail how you can overcome common cash flow challenges, ensuring you […]

Use our invoice builder to create professional PDF invoices for your ecommerce business easily Introducing Payoneer’s free invoice builder – the hassle-free solution for small businesses. Easily create professional invoices with your customized logo, track payments, and receive payments online. Our user-friendly interface makes it easy to add client and payment details and save customized […]

If your business works with international clients, then you’re probably aware of cross-border payments. Not only do they allow you to expand beyond domestic markets, they can help you reach new customers, and benefit from opportunities overseas.

Are you a small business owner looking to manage your finances more effectively? One key aspect of financial management is understanding the difference between purchase orders and invoices. While both are essential for recording transactions and managing cash flow, they serve different purposes in the purchasing process.

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, agencies and freelancers continue to play a critical role in keeping the global economy humming. With the new year, however, comes new challenges. Rapidly rising costs of […]

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 balancing act.It’s important to find the sweet spot where you can earn what you’re truly worth, while still being competitive.But it’s not just about setting the right […]

Diversifying revenue streams is one of the most effective ways to both grow a small business and ensure its long-term success. By diversifying products, services and/or markets, businesses can reduce reliance on a single or small number of revenue sources, giving the business a more stable revenue base. In this post, we’ll look at what […]

Smart speakers and virtual assistants, such as Alexa, Siri, Google Assistant, and others have grown in popularity over the past few years, and it’s expected that there will be 8.4 billion digital voice assistants in use worldwide by 2024. While they are primarily associated with listening to music, smart speakers and virtual assistants are reshaping […]

1042s vs. 1099s forms: who needs to file these IRS tax documents? When it comes to U.S. financial reporting, two forms that are commonly used include the 1042s vs. 1099 tax forms. To help you better understand when and why you might need to use these forms, we spoke with Ran Admoni, Payoneer’s tax products […]

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 they were stuck at home.  One of the most popular ecommerce business models is dropshipping. It’s seen as a simple way to start to sell products online, […]

Wise (formerly Transferwise) offers a multi-currency international account which is popular among travel-lovers, digital nomads, and people who want to regularly send money to family back home.  Users appreciate Wise’s easy to use interface, low transfer fees, and integration with e-wallets and small business tools. But many businesses need more than that to make global […]

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 service. Great employees make a huge difference in helping your business scale, but you also need to keep down the costs of a large workforce.  One popular […]

How drop shipping from US suppliers helps small businesses Editor’s Note: This article is a guest post by Devon Funk, a freelancer at Spocket.  In today’s business landscape, small businesses drive robust economic growth and job creation. There are an estimated 33.2 million small businesses across the United States, accounting for 99.9 percent of all […]

For people who do business with partners, suppliers, or clients in Hong Kong, managing cross-border business payments without a local business bank account in Hong Kong Dollars (HKD) can be a real challenge. There’s often time-consuming, tedious paperwork that you have to complete every time. Currency conversion fees from your local currency can be high, […]

When growing a business, it can be difficult to figure out how to move to the next level of growth while in the thick of the day-to-day operations. SWOT analysis encourages you to take a step back and think strategically about what exactly your business does and the environment your business is in.   What […]

Want to learn how to bill international clients when you’re based in the Philippines? In this article we spoke to three leading business owners who shared their tips to working successful international work. Learn how they collect payments and more below.

Choosing the right business bank account is an important decision for any business owner. Learn more about useful functions of accounts, transfers, International payments, and more in this guide.

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) was a game-changer when it came into force on May 25, 2018. Five years later, the impact of GDPR is still profound, with ongoing changes in enforcement and new precedents being set by courts and regulators. The question today is not whether you were ready back then, but whether your business is still compliant and up-to-date with the latest developments.

When it comes to accounting and paperwork, small businesses and freelancers have a lot to keep track of. Fortunately, business software like Free Invoice Builder helps streamline the process and keeps all your documents organized.  Two important business documents you’ll need to know are estimates and invoices. While there are similarities between the two, they […]

A few things have changed recently regarding US sales tax laws. As an international seller, we know you have questions. Need information on nexus? Registration? Exemptions? Read through our simple US sales tax guide for international sellers.

In today's online marketplace, risk management and compliance are crucial for securing transactions and building trust. This article explores the significance of risk management and compliance in online marketplaces, including effective strategies to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.

As the world’s sixth largest country, Australia offers the chance for ambitious ecommerce traders and service providers to accelerate their business growth. 

This guide to trends in 2023 brings you the latest insights into the rapidly evolving online selling landscape. As an online seller, staying abreast of the latest trends and leveraging them to stay ahead of the competition is crucial. In 2023, we expect to see some exciting developments impacting sellers and customers.

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 with a lot of different issues. You need to make difficult decisions, and long hours and financial stress are common.  All of this can put small business […]

This guide to trends in 2023 brings you the latest insights into the rapidly evolving online selling landscape. As an online seller, staying abreast of the latest trends and leveraging them to stay ahead of the competition is crucial. In 2023, we expect to see some exciting developments impacting sellers and customers. […]

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 of ecommerce, where companies design, produce, market, and sell their products or services directly to the consumer or end user, without any intermediaries. 
The D2C market is already worth $128 billion in the US alone, and it’s forecast to reach almost $213 billion by 2024. Other markets are predicting even faster growth, such as India where D2C is forecast to grow at a CAGR of around 40% from $12 billion in 2022 to $60 billion by 2026. It’s an increasingly popular way for ecommerce companies to diversify their sales channels for greater resilience. Indeed, as seen in our 2022 UK eCommerce report, 46% of UK ecommerce SMBs consider D2C sales to be the biggest opportunity for their business in the next 12 months.
However, building a successful D2C company involves careful work. D2C brands own their relationship with their audience and don’t rely on middlemen, so they have to invest strategically into building their brand recognition and nurturing connections with existing and potential customers. 
To help you make the most of this trend, we’ve gathered 7 tips for building your D2C brand, to help you succeed in boosting profits in 2023. […]

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 of ecommerce, where companies design, produce, market, and sell their products or services directly to the consumer or end user, without any intermediaries.  The D2C market is […]

Here at Payoneer, we work hard to ensure you have the best bank transfer options available. That’s why, as a Payoneer client, you have several banking methods available – Local transfers and SWIFT (Wire) transfers. In this article, we will introduce you to both these payment methods and provide a helpful guide on when to […]

Online sellers can vary quite dramatically, but there’s one thing that they all share – they all need enough working capital. You could be enjoying a very high number of sales each month, but if you don’t manage your working capital well enough, you might need to fold the business. We will explain everything there […]

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, more people are considering freelancing than traditional employment. Freelancing is here to stay. If you’re making a choice in considering freelancing, whether as a side-hustle or a […]

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. However, there are tips and best practices out there that you can use to land better paying gigs and allow you to earn the income you’ve always […]

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 to gain more control over your schedule, build a more diverse portfolio of clients, or simply enjoy the perks of working from home, freelancing as a business analyst can provide all of that and more. In recent years, freelancing has seen a significant rise in popularity, with employees and employers recognizing its many benefits. In fact, according to a recent report, the number of people opting for freelance careers continues […]

In this sixth part of our holiday season advice series from some of the world’s leading marketplaces, we speak with Kuan Huang, Partner Manager at Kaufland.de, the German online and offline hypermarket giant that sells not only food and drink but also general merchandise, clothing, hardware and homewares. There are tons of great tips to […]

As one of East Asia’s main business hubs, Hong Kong has long been a focal point for cross-border B2B payments. Unfortunately, doing business in Hong Kong without a local bank account can be challenging, with tedious paperwork, high currency conversion fees, difficulty tracking payments, and long clearance times only some of the problems you might […]

Introduction 2021 was yet another challenging year for all. Just when we thought things were calming down, they continued to pose serious obstacles. For eSellers worldwide, this took the form of disrupted supply chains, last mile logistics, and much more. To get a better understanding of the past year, to make sense of it and […]

A combination of high interest rates in the US, the country’s relatively rapid economic recovery, and a rush from emerging currency bonds to the “safe haven” of USD-linked assets are all helping push the dollar higher than it’s been for 30 years.

There is an old African proverb that says “If you want to go fast, go alone. But if you want to go far, go together.” At Payoneer, we’re always looking for ways to help our customers, partners, and marketplace clients go far and beyond what they might think is possible. That’s why we’re thrilled to […]

More topics A combination of high interest rates in the US, the country’s relatively rapid economic recovery, and a rush from emerging currency bonds to the “safe haven” of USD-linked assets are all helping push the dollar higher than it’s been for 30 years. This might be good for American tourists on shopping sprees in Europe, […]

When it comes to paying your contractors, suppliers and remote employees, knowing that your funds reached their destination in full and on time is critical for maintaining a healthy relationship with your service providers. Effectively tracking payments, however, requires a robust and transparent solution that gives you a birds-eye-view as to where your funds are […]

In this second part of our holiday season advice from some of the world’s leading marketplaces, we speak with Kacper Rozenbaum, Head of International Sales at Allegro, the leading online marketplace for the people of Poland. So, take a short break from your holiday season preparations and have a quick look at what Allegro recommends. […]

Nice to see you here, entrepreneur. As an eCommerce seller on Amazon, Walmart, or Wayfair, you’re probably very familiar with the peak seasons of your products and you know that your financing needs vary from season to season. At Payoneer, we understand that too, and that’s why we designed our Capital Advance solution with eSellers […]

The iconic imagery of Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak building the very first Apple Computer I in their garage introduced the world to the household term: ‘The Garage Entrepreneur’. The founders of Google, Disney, HP, and Microsoft are all equally impressive members of the 20th-century ‘Back-yard Billionaire’ club, too. The New Age Entrepreneur “With an […]

In addition to being a one-stop-shop for processing all your marketplace payouts, Payoneer provides a complete set of services to help you grow your eCommerce business and expand into new geographies. Here, we’ll be going over the different Payoneer tools available to marketplace sellers, including Store Manager, VAT payment service, currency accounts and working capital. Whether […]

Due to the rising cases of COVID-19 on the global front, there are many industries that have seen an impact by the wave of social distancing, specifically the software domain. As the world remains refined to their homes, there are many software projects that have come to a standstill because of the lack of a […]

On September 14th, Payoneer held an exciting forum in Lahore, Pakistan with a turnout rate of 450+ attendees – way more than what we expected! The event was attended by online professionals, agency owners and businessmen from as far as Multan, Faisalabad and Sialkot – including one of Payoneer’s earliest adopters.

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 the top perk.

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 organizations (PROs) are still finding it difficult to provide artists with a positive royalty payment experience. Bringing music to a mass audience is the only way independent […]

The Freelance Revolution, The Great Resignation, whatever you want to call it, it’s hard to avoid hearing about the ways work life has drastically changed over the past year. And last week saw even more news that adds fuel to this shift in today’s global work force. LinkedIn, the leading social platform used by over […]

Email marketing is one of the most effective revenue generation strategies, especially for eSellers. The average email marketing campaign ROI is 3,800%, with 18% of retail companies generating an ROI of over 7000%. However, the effectiveness of email marketing campaigns is not guaranteed. eSellers looking to generate revenue through email marketing campaigns need to pick […]

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. Of course, your intention is not to scare away your existing clients but raising your rates from time to time does help reflect the growth of your […]

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 promote yourself amongst all the competition out there. As social media platforms have become an increasingly popular option for businesses to promote themselves, freelancers worldwide are stepping […]

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 spaces in Pakistan is on the rise. When initiated for the first time, small businesses and freelancers typically don’t have the bandwidth for an office space for […]

Editor’s Note: This is a guest post by Nathan Resnick, CEO of Sourcify.  The COVID-19 pandemic has completely changed the way many of us do business. From freelancers who need to adjust to social distancing to stores that must shift to a curbside pickup and delivery model, these adaptations are necessary to keep revenue flowing […]

One of the most frustrating experiences in the business world is waiting for your payment to come through. You love your work but getting paid is also pretty important to you – after all, you need to eat and to pay your rent! Your client notifies you that they sent their payment, but your bank […]

If you run an eCommerce business, it can be really easy to let important events slip by and fall through the cracks, but we here at Payoneer, won’t let that happen. To stay ahead of the game, we’ve made your life easier by giving you a FREE eCommerce Calendar with suggestions for high-performing marketing campaigns […]

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. Nathan Archie, Payoneer’s General Manager for Australia and New Zealand, and Fiona Kesby, Founder and CEO of GO-VA.com.au, share their tips for finding and succeeding at working […]

Earlier last month, Payoneer had the exciting opportunity to join over 200 female entrepreneurs from Latin America in El Salvador and help them gain more knowledge in the eCommerce industry. Partnering with eBay, and PayPal, Payoneer took representatives to teach and share multiple eCommerce techniques, website building strategies, and SEO do-it-yourself tools, as well as […]

High-quality landing pages are essential to success for affiliate marketers. They play a critical role in attracting visitors to your site through search engine referrals and then converting guests into customers. The following is an overview of strategies and insights to help you optimize your landing pages to achieve the best possible results. Compelling CTA […]

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 branded.  Personal branding is often overlooked by professional freelancers, who’d rather cut straight to the chase of seeking out clients on freelance platforms and putting their pedal […]

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 the same concerns for job security and financial stability, leaving them to wonder – what’s in store for the future of freelancing? Will the future of work […]

As the deadline approaches for the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to go into effect, there are concerns as to how the regulations will affect affiliate marketers. Now is a good time to explore some of the issues around GDPR and what affiliate marketers should know. The following is an overview of key […]

Consumers trust peer input when making purchase decisions and have grown accustomed to receiving peer ratings and reviews when evaluating production options. Therefore, affiliate marketers need to leverage influencer marketing strategies to optimize sales results. The following is an overview of strategies for tapping into influencer marketing to take your affiliate sales to the next […]

Editor’s note: This is a guest post by Nick, director of eBusiness Boss I’ve been a full-time Amazon seller for over two years now and I’ve loved every minute. That’s me in the picture above holding the first product we ever sold on Amazon! Last year we surpassed the seven-figure mark—a huge milestone for us. […]

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 do that work, and what kind of work you want to create. It’s ideal in so many ways. Often times, the most stressful part of freelancing isn’t the […]

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 consistent stream of tasks and pay on time. For many, it’s not an option. You have to dedicate a significant portion of your time to find clients […]

A buyer persona is a semi-fictional depiction of the prototypical customer within a target market. In recent years, buyer personas have become a popular alternative for identifying and understanding a target market than a general description. The following is an introduction to buyer personas, along with an explanation for why personas are so useful for […]

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 sales season just opening, Black Friday and Cyber Monday are times when your business and seller clients are looking for downloadable items and services that they can […]

The average small business owner can find it hard to manage operations; between managing clients and employees and following up on contracts, he/she barely has time to breathe, let alone grow. Everyone around urges to “get an assistant,” but a full-time dedicated assistant isn’t always in the cards. A virtual one can be. More and […]

Easter is quickly becoming one of the most important retail days of the year, and for a good reason; In 2016, U.S consumers spent over $17.3 billion during the Easter holiday weekend, with millennials spending the most out of all age groups. Because of the revenue generation potential, more and more businesses use the holiday […]

If you’re a cross-border eSeller in the EU and UK, you’re likely to use Payoneer’s VAT Service which enables you to easily pay required VAT for free, save on conversion fees and receive peace of mind that your payment will arrive on time. For some, paying VAT in France, Italy, Poland and Spain can be […]

The featured photo above (as in many of our blog posts) was purchased and edited on Shutterstock. This stunning photo of the Godafoss Waterfall in Iceland was taken by Andrew Mayovskyy. If you’re a freelancer who works in design or marketing, you probably rely on stock photos as part of your work. While there are […]

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 work online, learning opportunities for everyone, cat memes and videos and much more. The problem is, all of these wonderful things also took a toll on our […]

Imagine scrolling through your social feed and coming across a post by a well-known actress endorsing a particular face cream. Everything about the picture is perfect; from the background to the pose to the caption – it all seems too set up. And it is. Now, imagine the same scenario, but instead of an actress, […]

One of the first things an affiliate marketer must decide is whether to offer general merchandise and services or to specialize in a particular category of products. For some people that have a passion or expertise for jewelry, a specialization in jewelry affiliation makes a lot of sense. While specializing creates some potential advantages in […]

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, despite how flexible freelancing has the potential to be, its freedom comes with a price. This price is finding and maintaining a steady stream of work and […]

Whether you’re a small business, consultant or professional, getting paid is critical. With Payoneer, funds are transferred quickly and securely from companies worldwide to your local bank account in INR at low cost. Read on for a step-by-step guide to updating your personal bank account details with Payoneer. To Update Your Bank Details In compliance […]

A niche approach and a deep understanding of your buyer help you offer the right products with the right messages. It’s a simple fact: Affiliate marketers that don’t take a keen interest in market research will get outflanked by those that do. With so many eCommerce providers competing for attention, it’s crucial you grab onto […]

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 an academic writer as part of a content writing team? Weren’t these the people who were our teachers? The people who insisted we learn how to write […]

Earlier this year, Fiverr launched its Fiverr Pro program. Fiverr Pro is the new premium channel offered by Fiverr, which promotes the services of outstanding freelance professionals to clients (or “buyers”, as Fiverr calls them). It’s available on the same Fiverr platform, but Pro users get a ”Pro” badge added to their profile to identify […]

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. Depending upon the project, client and associated budget, ghostwriters can garner pay that’s equivalent to a yearly 9 to 5 salary, for just one client. And you […]

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 and you intend to earn a comfortable living writing, more is required than simply putting pen to paper and capturing whatever ideas are floating around in your […]

In the early 2000s, the SaaS industry saw rapid growth, extending to many different industries including eCommerce, human resources, business intelligence/analytics and accounting. In addition to large players like IBM and Salesforce, small companies all over the world began developing their own SaaS products. This growth continues today, with Gartner reporting that the public SaaS […]

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 12 hours, you won’t get everything you need to do done.  Clients are yapping at you, demanding to know where their finished work is. You feel like […]

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 on billable activities. To help you get the most out of your work day, here are the top productivity apps that will help you spend less time […]

What motivates a person to buy one product over another or, for that matter, to buy any product at all? Zig Ziglar gives the short answer: “People don’t buy for logical reasons. They buy for emotional reasons.” Try as you might to resist that notion, the truth is that purchasing decisions are often based, not […]

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 deal with, and it’s been a thorn in the global community’s side for decades. Fortunately, all that is likely to change in a major way thanks to […]

If you’re already a seller on Amazon Seller Central, it takes only a few simple steps to connect your marketplace with Payoneer to receive your Amazon disbursements. The set-up is simple and allows you to withdraw your earnings to your local bank account or to the Payoneer Prepaid Mastercard®, which you can use at ATMs, in […]

In today’s competitive work environment, everyone is looking to hire the best possible talent for their company. But what happens when the most talented person for the position is thousands of miles away? Today’s Company Spotlight is focused on a company that has found a way to overcome international obstacles to help companies hire the […]

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 has become more and more commonplace. High demand and low supply leads to nice compensation, so if you’ve got these skills and are considering diving into the […]

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 clients while, 72% plan to increase the number of international clients in 2017. Of those small business owners surveyed, nearly 100% were confident about the potential of […]

Japan, a country known for its bustling street markets that draw thousands of tourists and locals alike every day, also birthed Rakuten, an online marketplace that enjoys the highest popularity of all e-commerce sites in Japan. Founded in 1997, Rakuten now enjoys worldwide popularity and offers more than 17 million products for sale. History of […]

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. Before you sign on the dotted line, make sure to read the document carefully, keeping the following 8 factors in mind: 1. Payment Rate Spell out a […]

Just about every country has a popular e-commerce marketplace that is marketed, first and foremost, to its fellow countrymen. In China, TaoBao Marketplace fills that void. It’s the undisputed leader of e-commerce transactions in China and also caters to consumers in other countries, including the United States. History of TaoBao Founded in 2003, TaoBao started […]

Affiliate marketing is the process of promoting another company’s products or services for a commission. For some, affiliate marketing can feel complicated and foreign, but with just a bit of effort you could earn some serious cash. How Affiliate Marketing Works Anyone who has a website or blog can use affiliate marketing to generate revenue […]

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*, which amounted to approximately $42 million in 2013? In fact, a recent Global Online Employment Report posted by Elance shows 600,000 new jobs, 600,000 new freelancers, and […]