Rafiki Blog: Freelance tips, fractional hiring support, & resources on flexible work.

A look into open talent strategies, why companies are leveraging freelance and fractional specialists as contingent workforce strategies, creating elastic teams, and what the pain points and opportunities are for freelance talent in Africa.

How the freelance economy is changing our future of work, why we're building Rafiki, and what startups, SMBs, enterprises, and investors need to know.

We recently caught up with Dan Nash, a Creative Strategist and good friend of Rafiki, to hear about his experience in freelancing, working in agency, tips to aspiring freelancers, and trends he’s noticing in the space.

How Open Talent solutions can safeguard business growth, reduce overheads, and create efficient, fleixble team structures.

How, and where, to hire freelance specialists in South Africa, and how to manage and pay freelancers remotely: for startups in the UK looking to hire talent in South Africa.

Traditionally, fractional has been focussed on C-suite positions. However, it can equally be implemented across other senior and skill-specific requirements, by blending a level of consultancy with hands-on support and execution. Find out how, and why your business should consider this strategy.

What's happening with the freelance economy? Greg Cooke, founder of Rafiki, and Paul Loots, a Senior Freelance Product Designer, discuss the evolving nature of freelancing and what that means for talent in Africa and teams globally.

What does the future of freelancing look like? What are some of the hottest freelance trends or software being leveraged by freelance product designers in 2024? Check out Zeltonique's advice to aspiring freelancers.

Mitigating scope creep is an ongoing process that requires vigilance, clear communication, and sometimes, difficult conversations. By implementing these strategies, you can keep your projects on track, maintain healthy client relationships, and ensure fair compensation for your work.

What are the top Figma plugins in 2024 so far? Top 10 Figma plugins for freelance UI and UX designers looking to supercharge their design workflows.