💡 Why a written contract acts as a roadmap

💡 Must-have clauses, including prepayment terms and handling non-competes

💡 Privacy laws like the POPIA Act and GDPR

💡 The importance of reflecting your brand in your contracts

💡Accessible legal resources and practical tips tailored to freelancers

Resources

Professional legal services - SchoemanLaw: https://schoemanlaw.co.za/

Legal training for start-ups and SMEs: https://pocketadvisor.co.za/

Online contract builder tool: Contracts4Biz: https://contracts4biz.co.za/

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💡 Focusing on skills that are in demand in the market

💡 Why continuous learning and upskilling are essential to stay relevant

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