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    11 Of The Best Tools for International Freelancers

    SnapMunkBy SnapMunkJanuary 4, 2017Updated:April 22, 201860 Comments5 Mins Read
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    A growing number of people are escaping the traditional office and choosing to work as digital nomads. They use technology to earn money while travelling or living abroad. Most are international freelancers, but many are also remote employees or startup entrepreneurs. You’ve probably seen them with their laptops and smartphones in coffee shops or beach bars around the world. And you’re probably a little bit jealous.

    They’ve got smart digital tools at their fingertips to help with everything from finding work to managing money. If you’re interested in becoming a full-time freelancer, or you’re already on your way, here are 11 of the best tools to help support your success:

    Time Tracking

    freelancer time tracking software

    Toggl

    If you bill by the hour then you must record your time accurately.

    Toggl is a simple time tracker that’s popular with freelancers. It’s easy to use and works across mobile and desktop apps (including offline), as well as inside a browser. It even creates nice looking charts about your productivity to share with clients.

    For a good, comprehensive review of Toggl, you can check out this post on Time Doctor.

    Timely

    Timely is a time-tracker based on your calendar so will suit you if you carefully schedule your time.

    Sync your calendar then use it normally to estimate the time you intend to spend on different tasks. You can then update Timely about how long it really took so it can generate accurate billing reports.

    Managing Workload

    freelancer workload management software

    You may have escaped endless office meetings, but you still need to carefully plan your workload, often as part of a wider team of digital nomads.

    Asana

    Asana is a simple project management tool to keep track of tasks from the first pitch to getting paid. It’s great for teams working remotely as you can easily see who is delivering which tasks and when, although it’s also useful when working on your own.

    Trello

    If you like covering your workspace in post-it notes then you’ll like Trello. Digital nomads need digital post-it notes so this lets you visually arrange your thoughts and tasks on screen. You can use different boards for different projects then simply type, drag and drop information and deadlines between columns and cards. It’s easy to use on both mobile and desktop apps.

    Managing Money

    freelancer money management software

    This bit is crucial to fund your global business lifestyle. You’ll need to keep track of your money and you’ll definitely want to avoid international bank fees.

    Wave

    This software offers a very comprehensive accountancy package for freelancers. You can use it for free to track your finances, generate professional invoices, record expenses and lots more. It will even remind you when to chase clients for late payments.

    TransferWise Request Money

    You’ll make and receive payments across different countries as a digital nomad so use TransferWise to do it.

    The Request Money service is an easy way for your clients to pay you the right amount in your chosen currency, while avoiding messy bank details. Simply enter the amount, what it’s for and your bank account info. TransferWise creates a link to send to the client so they can pay in a few simple steps.

    Keeping In Contact

    freelancer communication software

    Any successful freelancers know the importance of good communication with those that matter most. That’s not just clients and team members, but also family and friends around the world, including those you meet along the way.

    Slack

    Slack is a really clever messaging platform that some of your clients and freelance partners probably already use. You can access Slack from any of your devices to send instant messages, hold group discussions and share files. It cuts down emails and integrates with your existing communication channels to keep all your messages in one place. There’s even a special area for digital nomads called Nomad List.

    Skype

    Face-to-face communication is important, even when working remotely. Skype integrates with Slack and is great for video or voice calls, either as a team or one-on-one. Digital nomads will also love a new feature called Skype Translator, which allows you to chat with people in different languages.

    Finding Jobs To Work On

    freelancer job search software

    Freelancer

    Freelancer is the biggest online marketplace for freelancers to find work. The site has been going since 2003 and helped create the digital nomad lifestyle. Some of the rates offered are quite low, but clients know there’s a huge variation in quality and experience too. Make sure you showcase your work and the value you offer.

    UpWork

    UpWork was created recently from the merger of two popular freelancing websites, oDesk and Elance. It may not be the biggest, but it’s simple to use and has great features to help you connect with other users and find the right jobs for you.

    Finding Places To Work From

    freelancer work location software

    Workfrom

    WorkFrom is a great site for finding the best working environment when you arrive in a new city. Some people prefer a busy coffee shop or co-working space, while others need a quite place to concentrate. WorkFrom lets you choose what’s most important to you, whether that’s fast WiFi and plenty of plugs, or just good coffee.

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