Microsoft is giving its Edge Browser some sharp features to compete with Chrome and other browsers. And one of those features is Microsoft Edge Drop. There's nothing fancy or grandiose about it, it's just a simple but very useful tool that eliminates a lot of file sharing and sending woes. If you haven't seen
What is a Google Workspace? Google Workspace is the successor of the erstwhile GSuite or Google Suite. It's a collection of web-based tools covering a wide range of services primarily aimed at businesses that want to foster collaboration and maximize the use of cloud-based software. Gmail is probably the most widely used service in
The implementation of Republic Act 11934 or the SIM Card registration Act went into effect last December 27. If you haven't registered, I posted a YouTube video that will walk you through how to register Globe & Smart SIM Cards. Who Should Register: The law covers all individuals, both local and foreign, and corporate entities
Getting paid on time is a very important part of building a sustainable and thriving business. It's the cash flow that makes it possible for freelancers like me, to put food on the table and provide for our families. While getting paid on time, all the time is the ideal scenario, there's
Apple recently launched one of the long-awaited features called Universal Control. Apple Universal control is a feature that allows you to use a keyboard and mouse on multiple Apple Devices. However, there are limitations on which devices can take advantage of this feature. What do I need to use universal control? First thing is, of
Among the many government agencies in the Philippines, Philhealth may be one of the late adopters of technology when compared with BIR, DTI, or even SSS. The latter three departments have been offering online access, as well as online payments for their members. SSS even managed to provide mobile app access. Unfortunately, Philhealth
Welcome to the first episode of The Freelance Channel Podcast. I am thrilled to get back into podcasting after a long hiatus. Today is my 10th year anniversary as a full time freelancer and I can't think of any better way to share the life changing effect that freelancing has brought into my life.
BIR Registration for freelancers wasn't a very popular topic. But after the recent announcement that online sellers and freelancers need to register their business until the end of July, this topic finally rang a bell to many, to really get serious with getting their businesses duly registered. I know, if there’s one daunting tasks that
Freelance bidding sites like Upwork, Freelancer.com, Guru, or Fiverr are great places to get you started with freelancing and online jobs. But these freelance sites do not operate for free. Some of these have been great many years ago. Upwork for instance collects only 10% of a freelancer's earnings but fast forward to today, they
One of the challenges of being an online freelancer is managing your finances, particularly paying SSS contributions, tax obligations, insurance payments, and social security contributions. And while there are services that now offer a convenient way to pay for SSS via mobile app and other government billers, not all of them can be done in
