The Soloist journal

Practical ideas for people who work for themselves

No fluff, no guru talk — just the pricing, sales, and systems advice we wish we'd had earlier.

12 AI Prompts Every Freelancer Should Steal

Used well, AI is the cheapest assistant you'll ever hire. Here are twelve copy-paste prompts that save freelancers hours every week.

Most freelancers undercharge by 40% or more. Here are the five pricing models that actually work — and how to pick the right one for each project.

Most proposals lose the deal before page two. Here's the structure that makes saying yes feel obvious — broken down section by section.

You don't need an accountant or fancy software to stay on top of your money. Here's a calm, five-part system you can set up today.

Cold outreach isn't dead — bad outreach is. Here's how to fill your pipeline with the right clients without feeling like a spammer.