8 ways to make more money in 2014

01. Get paid faster

Cash flow is king when you're freelance, and just a single late payment from a client can cause huge repercussions for small businesses. So getting paid on time is crucial - and that involves being organised and invoicing promptly and politely. The golden rules for invoicing are to always stipulate payment terms upfront, setting out how many days you expect to be paid within, and any further expenses that are due. You should also warn your clients about interest on late payments, and always, always, always invoice as soon as the work is signed off. Any delay your end gives late paying clients an excuse.

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