Because online freelancers are in front of their computers most of the time, people may wonder if we ever get to socialize. The answer to that is a resounding "YES!" And we do it online too. When we are too busy and our schedules don’t match for an actual meetup, we meet online for our ChatUp Sessions. I recorded our last ChatUp to give you a ... [Continue Reading]
FBP 115: How To Start and Organize Your First Meetup
In Freelance Blend Podcast Episode 114, I talked about the importance of starting your own meetup group, the benefits, and my experiences in the Freelance Blend Manila Meetup group. I also shared how offline, face-to-face meetups has helped me grow both the freelancers’ community and my business. So now, here’s the how part! In this video ... [Continue Reading]
FBP 114: Why You Need To Start a Meetup Group
In 2013, I decided that it was time to finally test my idea. I wanted to know if there was a need for a freelancers’ community. So in November 9, 2013, I was surprised to see almost 30 fellow freelancers show up in the first ever Freelance Blend Meetup at Coffee Bean in Greenbelt 5. The number of attendees alone proved that indeed it was time for ... [Continue Reading]
FBP 109: How To Earn as an Airbnb Host with Ryan Aldaba
If the transport sector has Uber, the hotel industry has Airbnb. Airbnb is currently disrupting the hotel industry with cheaper rates and a wide variety of homey accommodations ideal for every kind of traveler. But guests are not the only one who benefit from Airbnb. The platform has also made it possible for enterprising individuals to ... [Continue Reading]
New Meetup: Freelancer Meetup in Makati
It's been like ages since our last meetup so I believe it's high time that we connect once again. Then why don't we hangout, catch up with each other and meetup this March 31 (Thursday) from 6pm to 9pm at The Office Project in Salcedo Village Makati? Why Join The Meetup? - Working on a project? Collaborate with fellow freelancers or ... [Continue Reading]