What is your career path after becoming a Program Director?

The program manager plays a key role in a company's transformation, whether in digital or other fields. Their cross-functional role enables them to pool experience and facilitate its dissemination. However, once their mission is over, how can they capitalize on this experience...

How do you train when you're a freelancer? Guide and practical advice

Training means staying up to date, updating your knowledge and learning new things. In today's fast-moving professional world, keeping up to date and maintaining a high level of competence are imperatives for anyone seeking to excel in their field. This is particularly true for...

Meditation in the workplace : a must-have ?

An age-old practice, mindfulness meditation is now being integrated into the corporate world, thanks to its scientific approach. Interview with Emmanuel Faure, founder of MBSR Lille, transition facilitator, meditation teacher and MBSR instructor (trained at Brown University of...

FocusTribes Meetup - Live events from community partners

Six out of 10 employees feel isolated within their company.* But then, isn't it worse when you're a Freelancer!!! đŸ˜± That's why you need to know how to surround yourself with the right people... But how? Together we're stronger ! At FocusTribes, we're always looking for ways to...

Setting your daily rate as a freelancer ? Guidelines & useful tips

For any freelance consultant, setting your Average Daily Rate (ADR) may seem rather complex, as there is no universal way of calculating it. However, if you don't define it correctly, it can be difficult to find missions. Be careful not to fall into certain traps that can...

Freelance consultants: Mercenaries or dedicated experts?

Are consultants true mercenaries in search of the best rates, or experts dedicated to the success of companies? In this article, we delve into the heart of the debate, analyzing the reasons for this market context and the motivations of consultants, demystifying the widespread...

Finding your first clients as a freelance : key success factors

The number of freelancers in France has exploded between 2009 and 2020*, a trend fueled by the Covid crisis and the rise of home office. As a result, freelance consulting is becoming increasingly commonplace. But beware of rushing into things, and think carefully before taking...

How to prepare to become a freelancer: Expert advice

The world of work is changing fast, and with it, new opportunities are emerging for ambitious professionals to take their destiny into their own hands. These days, more and more people are considering setting up as freelance consultants, attracted by the flexibility,...

Freelance Invoices : Essential Guide

As a freelance consultant, creating your invoices is a crucial step to ensure an effective professional relationship with your clients. A well-designed invoice reflects your seriousness and professionalism. This article, specially crafted for you, independent consultants, will...

Optimize your CV: tips & tricks for freelance consultants

Your CV is your essential professional identity card, enabling recruiters to identify you, assess the match between your profile and their needs, verify your success and distinguish you from other candidates. It also serves to highlight your skills in specific areas of...

The reasons for the meteoric rise of freelancers.

Generation Z, made up of young people between the ages of 16 and 26, is increasingly attracted to freelancing. According to a study conducted by Fiverr, 58% of young French people in this generation are considering freelancing at some point in their career, while 67% of young...

Talent shortage: could freelancers be the solution?

Since the health crisis, it has become increasingly difficult for companies to recruit. The numerous lockdowns have forced us to rethink our way of life, many employees have become more demanding, and some have even quit to join a company that is more in line with their values....

How to grow professionally as a freelance consultant?

At FocusTribes, we attach a great deal of importance to the quality of the consultants who join our Label, of course, but also to the relevance of the missions we offer them. Our objective is to understand the expectations of our consultants beforehand, so that we can then offer...

Freelance consultants : how to stop feeling isolated?

At FocusTribes, we are committed to creating a strong collective so that independent consultants can share their experiences and feel supported. Our quality label, based on the high level of expertise of its members, also places great emphasis on the collaborative aspect. The...

Freelancers, the revolution is on

The increase of self-employed people is constantly growing. Freelancers offer several benefits to businesses, and involve many changes... A recent McKinsey study reveals that between 20 and 30% of the workforce in developed markets is self-employed. By 2023, 50% of the workforce...

6 essential soft skills for a good independent consultant

It is often said that a good consultant must be able to do several jobs at once. Consultants have a set of professional and human skills that enable them to deal with many situations. Let’s discovers 6 essentials soft skills that a good consultant must have. First soft skill :...