· Planning
How freelancers juggle multiple client deadlines without missing one
A simple system for planning multiple client deadlines using time blocking, conservative estimates and front-loading firm commitments - no software required.
Guides
Guides and resources to help you succeed as a fractional exec or independent consultant.
What one day a week actually costs you
The day rate you quoted and the rate you are actually earning are two different numbers. Here is how to find the second one, and why it matters more than the first.
Retainer types: pay-for-work vs pay-for-access
The two retainer models in Quivva explained — how each one works, how invoices are generated, and which suits your client relationship.
How Quivva generates and sends invoices
How retainer and project invoices are created in Quivva, when they are typically sent, and how to deliver them to your client.
- · Planning
Managing multiple retainer clients as an independent contractor
A practical, senior-level system for juggling multiple retainers without overcommitting, context switching yourself to death, or eroding trust.
How senior consultants should think about time rounding and billing fairness
Clear, practical guidance on time rounding, task grouping, and billing conventions for senior consultants who value trust, transparency, and long-term client relationships.