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The top 20 cool desk accessories for creative professionals in 2019

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1 April 2019

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The 25 best tools for freelancers looking to grow a business in 2019

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3 December 2018

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Rollbe Click: a small but perfectly formed measuring tool for designers

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28 November 2018

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10 online tools to help you make quick mockup images of websites on any device

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5 June 2018

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10 free tools to make 2018 your best freelancing year to date

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4 January 2018

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Types of Type: A new interactive guide to typography with character

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7 November 2017

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Essential browser extensions to protect your privacy online

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26 September 2017

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20 free or affordable PR tools to help with your media relations

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11 July 2017

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Save time and effort: speed up document sign-off with Eversign

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19 April 2017

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20 tools to boost your productivity while working from home

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11 April 2017

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10 tools for startups who can't yet afford to hire a designer

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4 April 2017

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10 of the best tools for remote working

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28 March 2017

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10 of the best usability testing tools to help optimise your website on a budget

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26 January 2017

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10 smart digital marketing tools to boost your business in 2017

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19 January 2017

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15 fresh tools every freelancer needs to have a successful 2017

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5 January 2017

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Going virtual: The essential checklist of tools for any remote working freelancer

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8 September 2016

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10 calming apps to help you beat stress and feel more relaxed

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14 July 2016

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25 tools and apps to help freelancers stay more productive at work

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7 July 2016

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