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Lindsey Peacock

Lindsey Peacock is a freelancer, writer, and a former Waver. Lindsey has crafted engaging content for small business owners and consumers with brands like Wave, Wealthsimple, and Zapier.

The latest from Lindsey

Business insurance: What it is and why you might need it
Business insurance can mean the difference between staying afloat when disaster strikes, or a small business going under. Yet 40% of small businesses have no insurance. Here’s what you need to know to decide if business insurance is right for you.
Five ways entrepreneurs can make relevant connections
Self-employment is a growing career path, which makes networking a really important skill to master. Here are five tips on how to network in today’s world, and how it can help you find clients, grow your skills, and get support as an entrepreneur.
The advantages of working somewhere other than your couch (and ideas to get you started)
One of the perks of being your own boss is you have the flexibility to choose where you work. That being said, working from home isn’t always effective. In this article we cover other places you can work and why they’ll help you be more successful.
How to set your contractor up for success with a killer brief (and how to write one)
Looking for a simplified way to get you, your contractor and client on the same page? Here’s a guide to building a comprehensive brief that will set your contractor up for success.
Upgrading your skills: How business owners can keep their expertise sharp
Whether that’s taking a digital marketing workshop, an online course on Facebook ads, or a coding bootcamp, you have a multitude of ways to add to your list of skills that help you run your business better.
What you need to get a small business loan
Loans aren’t just for when you’re starting a new business—they can also be a great option for expanding your operations or to fix cash flow issues.
The newbie’s guide to market research
Market research is the key to knowing your customer better, so you can be more strategic when it comes to marketing and product development. But how do you actually do it? This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know to get started.
How to stay healthy while running a business
When you’re a busy entrepreneur, getting sick means lost productivity and income. We’ve got five tips to help you stay healthy and prevent illness, stress and burnout while you’re rocking the business world.