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FlexTal
In Strategy & Business, Talent Focus, The Future of Work

Cupid, Clients, and Contractors… it’s Complicated

A female freelancer sits across from a male client.

Bad Experiences from Swipe-Rights and Gig-Sites

Ah, Valentine’s Day — the annual reminder that love is in the air… or, at the very least, that heart-shaped chocolates are half-price tomorrow. Whether you’re blissfully coupled up or single and thriving, today is the perfect time to reminisce about the universal experience that unites us all: bad dates. Those cringe-worthy, facepalm-inducing, “why did I leave my house for this?” encounters that make you seriously consider adopting a dozen cats and calling it a life.

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FlexTal
In Lifestyle, Talent Focus, The Future of Work

New Year, New Home Office: Quick Tips to Revitalize Your Workspace

Well organized home office desk with computer monitor and desk accessories in front of window looking out at lush green trees.

Welcome to the first week of 2025! If you’re reading this, you’ve survived the holiday whirlwind, avoided setting resolutions you know you won’t keep, and have officially returned to your trusty home office — aka the space that saw your 2024 highs, lows, and the occasional procrastination-fueled snack binge. And maybe you’re thinking, “is it time for a workspace refresh?”

Let’s be real: your workspace is probably looking a little bit like it stayed up to watch the ball drop and headed straight to brunch with it’s bad-decisions-besties. No judgment; it happens to the best of us. While you probably don’t feel like doing a full-on HGTV makeover this week, spending a few minutes sprucing up your setup could make all the difference in kicking-off the new year with some serious “New Year, New You, Less Eww” energy.

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FlexTal
In Design & Creative, Profile Updates, Talent Focus

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Opportunities

a male freelancer with a beard and glasses stands against a column in front of a wall. He is wearing a brown jacket with a white shirt and black tie. The title of the blog appears on the image

Freelancers, it’s time to show the world your best side – literally. Your profile picture is often the first impression potential customers get, so it’s important to make it count! The end of the year is a perfect time to update your digital presence and online bios – including your FlexTal Talent profile. When you’re updating your accomplishments and highlights from the past year, don’t forget to focus on your profile photo. A polished headshot can help set the tone for your overall image. And the best part? You don’t need a fancy studio setup. Just a personal camera or your smartphone, some time, and a little creative thinking can produce a headshot that spruces up your profile.

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