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People write to express themselves, order their thoughts, explore ideas, and for many other reasons. But what about when you want to turn your pastime into a profession? How do you get started, and what skills do you need? We take a look at how to become a freelance writer.Freelancing can be a rewarding and…

Salaries in New Zealand have been gradually increasing on average over the last ten years. For those looking to move into or start a new role, it’s worth knowing how much you can expect to earn in a new career. With that in mind, we take a look at some of the best-paying jobs in…

The average monthly salary in Thailand has been steadily increasing over the last decade or so. If you’re currently searching for a new role or career, it can be worth finding out about how this trend has impacted the earning potential in the fields you’re interested in. With this in mind, we take a look…

Prior to launching his own business, Harvey worked for over 20 years in the hospitality industry, starting off as a chef, before becoming a restaurant developer and assuming various other roles in the sector. To expand his horizons, Harvey began by taking a course in ‘Intellectual Property Management in the Food Sector’ on FutureLearn. “I took…

Italian silver screen icon Alberto Sordi once said that Rome is, “not like any other city. It’s a big museum, a living room that shall be crossed on one’s toes.”Thanks to the University of Reading’s course ‘Rome: A Virtual Tour of the Ancient City’ you can now traverse the famous city on your fingertips alone…

The typical Nigerian worker earns between N30,000 and N200,000 per month but there are certain professionals and specialists that make millions of naira every month. The salary of any high-paying job in Nigeria is significantly dependent on education, skills, and experience. In fact, to get to the top of the salary pyramid of any high-income…

The job market in Vietnam has been growing over the last few years and with it, so has the average monthly salary. But what are the best-paying jobs in Vietnam? We take a look at some of the top roles in a range of different industries, covering what they’re all about, how to get them,…

The best-paying jobs in Bangladesh are, as in many countries, often found in the finance, healthcare, and IT sectors. However, it’s not limited to those areas, and there are plenty of high-paying roles in other industries. The job market in Bangladesh is crying out for skilled workers in many different fields.  With that in mind,…

Whether you’re looking for a career change or are just starting to plan for your future career, it can be useful to look at the earning potential for particular jobs. Although your salary is far from the only important aspect, it can be a deciding factor in which roles you aim for. With that in…

When it comes to the best-paying jobs in South Africa, many of the top roles are similar to global trends. Sectors like finance and IT often have the highest salaries, for example. However, there are plenty of other industries with high-paying jobs, and skilled workers are in demand across the country. As well as exploring…