Resources
Invoicing & Payments
Articles about invoicing & payments for independent consultants.
Automated Payment Reminders: The Polite Way to Get Paid on Time
Learn how to automate payment reminders with the right tone, timing, and escalation sequence — so invoices get paid faster without damaging client relationships.
Why Solo Consultants Outgrow FreshBooks
FreshBooks nails the books but not the consulting client experience. The triggers that mean you have outgrown it, a comparison table, and a migration plan.
How to Track Time and Bill Accurately as a Consultant
Consultants lose money by under-measuring time, not underpricing it. Tracking methods, time tools compared on price, and billing that gets you paid.
How to Invoice Consulting Clients (Without the Awkwardness)
Professional invoicing for consultants: what to include, when to send, and how to follow up on late payments without damaging the relationship.
Time Tracking for Consultants on Fixed-Fee Work
When to track time on consulting engagements, when to skip it, and why fixed-fee consultants still benefit for reasons unrelated to billing.