FreelanceSwitch launched in April 2007 and was an immediate hit. Within weeks it had garnered thousands of RSS subscribers and it has steadily grown since. Today the site boasts more than 26,000 subscribers and a loyal readership.
It has won awards - notably Best New Blog of 2007 at the Performancing Blog Awards, and broken new ground - the largest blog on freelancing online. The site was also responsible for conducting one of the largest surveys of freelancers around the globe when it polled some 3700 workers on work, happiness and money.
Along with its regular blog, FreelanceSwitch also boasts a popular podcast series - FreelanceRadio - recipient of Best Blog Podcast of 2007 also at the Performancing Blog Awards.
With over 40 writers having contributed, the site is now a huge pool of knowledge on freelancing, and has helped numerous contractors get their start in the business.