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Finances 42 articles

The Million-Dollar, One-Person Business: Elaine Pofeldt on Growing Solo Without Burning Out
Elaine Pofeldt studied one-person businesses crossing a million dollars. Her secret is one meaningful task every single workday, not hustle.
Growth Strategy
Yurii Lazaruk
Feb 25, 2025
Freelancing in Switzerland: The 90-Day Rule, AHV and Staff Leasing Explained
Switzerland pays well, but proving you're really self-employed is brutal. Melinda Braunke's cheat code: staff leasing, the secret weapon.
Legal
Marc Clemens
Jul 30, 2024
When Should Freelancers in Germany Set Up a GmbH?
Every 10,000 euros above your living costs loses 1,200 to tax you didn't have to pay. Alexander Keck on when a GmbH actually pays off.
Legal
Marc Clemens
Jul 23, 2024
Setting up a GmbH as a Freelancer in Germany: Is it Worth it?
It can make sense for freelancers to establish a GmbH in Germany and thus save taxes. But when does this apply and what needs to...
Finances
Dunja Reiber
Nov 8, 2022
How to Calculate Your Hourly Rate as a Freelancer
How much can and should I charge as a freelancer? In this article, you’ll learn how to calculate your hourly or daily rate as a...
Finances
Dunja Reiber
Jan 21, 2022
Writing Invoices as a Freelancer: Mandatory Information and Checklist
Which mandatory information must be included on your invoice as a freelancer in Germany, and what else should you pay attention...
Finances
Dunja Reiber
Jan 19, 2022

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