Thinking about starting a freelance business, or started one recently? Get tips on how to manage your clients and keep your business running smoothly.

Lunch and Learn: How to start a freelance business

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Starting a freelance business can be a great opportunity to work on projects that you are passionate about and to manage your own time.  

But working for yourself also means finding your own clients, staying organised and working productively – all while being responsible for your own business.  

If you're thinking about starting a freelance business, or you've recently made the switch, watch Steve Folland, host of the 

 podcast, and Andy Wilson, director of Dropbox UK, share tips on managing clients and keeping your freelance business running smoothly. 

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