The holidays are just around the corner, and people are trying to keep up with all the Christmas shopping for their loved ones.<\/p>\n
And here’s what small businesses, entrepreneurs and freelancers have been up to this December week!<\/p>\n
1. Small businesses are quite happy with the new administration in the US. Their optimism rating has grown to 98.4<\/a>, resulting in the highest jump from 2009.<\/p>\n 2. Year 2016 is coming to an end, and it’s time for those New Year resolutions. Here are the top ones for small businesses and freelancers.<\/a><\/p>\n 3. The holiday shopping is the most hectic and most profitable time of the year for most businesses. Check out the best ways to monetize on it.<\/a><\/p>\n 4. Using the cloud is getting trendy among small businesses. Here are 5 ways to do it most efficiently.<\/a><\/p>\n 5. Why does work and life balance matter and how can you achieve it with no harm done? Check all the guidelines here.<\/a><\/p>\n 6. Microloans are faster and more convenient for small businesses, and that’s why they are getting so popular now. Read all about them here.<\/a><\/p>\n 7. It’s time to get your invoicing software, and here are 7 reasons why your digital agency needs it<\/a>.<\/p>\n 8. Every business needs money, no matter how small. Check out the 5 ways to get your profit higher.<\/a><\/p>\n 9. Be smart with your finances at\u00a0the end of the year. Here are some planning and saving tips for small businesses.<\/a><\/p>\n 10. If you’re planning a social media promotion for your small business, keep in mind these 9 no no’s to be successful.<\/a><\/p>\n 1. What’s waiting for the freelance economy in 2017? See the top predictions here.<\/a><\/p>\n 2.\u00a0Freelancers made\u00a0$1 trillion last year <\/a>in the US alone, but maybe this new type of economy is not the best for the system?<\/p>\n 3. Starting a new business and can’t get any inspiration? Check out the 7 ways to brainstorm for new ideas.<\/a><\/p>\n 4. Every freelancer will appreciate one of these 9 awesome books <\/a>as a gift this Christmas.<\/p>\n 5. Freelancer.com has strengthened its position in the world after acquiring its\u00a0Spanish and Portuguese competitors. Read more details here.<\/a><\/p>\n 6. Flexibility and freedom are the two top motivators for 55% of freelancers. Read more details in this report.<\/a><\/p>\n 7. Not working from 9-to-5 is not the only reason to go freelance. Take a look at these top 5 paid jobs for good money<\/a>.<\/p>\n 8. The intense holiday season may lead to exhaustion and even depression. Learn 3 things that every entrepreneur must do to avoid it.<\/a><\/p>\n 9. Conservatives must invest in urban entrepreneurs, and here are four reasons why<\/a>.<\/p>\nFreelancing & Entrepreneurship<\/h2>\n