About Oropolis
Opolis is a member-owned platform for employment. Opolis enables solopreneurs, freelancers, and independent workers the flexibility to customize their work lifestyle while providing safety and security like the traditional corporate structure – but with more freedom.
Opolis eliminates unnecessary costs and third parties while ensuring its members' sustainability through the benefits that Opolis provides.
Customize Your Business Benefits With Opolis
Providing freelancers and independent workers the simplicity of building their businesses with the Opolis integrated employment platform.
You'll receive:
- Access to high-quality medical and retirement benefits
- Proof of income for mortgages and other purposes
- Compliant tax withholding and remittance
Opolis FAQs
Does It Matter Which State I Live In?
The Opolis Employment Commons is available in all 50 states.
Can I Customize My Insurances Or Benefits Package?
Yes, many employment benefits available to Members of the Opolis Employment Commons are opt-in. You can find complete details in the full Opolis Benefits Guide.
What Accounting And Compliance Services Does Opolis Handle For Me?
As an Employee Member of the Employment Commons, Opolis will handle payroll accounting and regulatory compliance related to your employment. This includes withholding and remitting periodic taxes, reporting, benefits administration, and any other employer-of-record duties required by law in your state of residence.
Who Do I Contact If I Want To Become A Member?
Chat with our Membership Stewards. Whether you want to handle onboarding yourself or need someone to walk you through it step-by-step, they’re there to support you. Email them at membership@opolis.co.
If none of these answers your question, feel free to check out the official Opolis FAQs page or contact support: membership@opolis.co
9:30 - 11 am
Session 1: Principles for Sustainable Freelancing
Learn the 3 P’s model© of freelance gigs and the importance of hourly rates. Review an income-expenses statement, and adapt a budget to use in your freelance practice. Learn about the options for business formation and organization and time management strategies. Make a plan for setting goals, tracking income and time, paying taxes, and being accountable to yourself.
11:30 - 12:45 pm
Session 2: Your Brand and Your Network
Learn the importance of cultivating relationships with peers and potential clients. Discuss brand identity and marketing strategies. Compare effective networking and excessive self-promotion. Create a Venn diagram of your interests, your experience and the market, as you identify potential anchor clients. Hear about supports and strategies for maintaining mental health and work discipline. Understand the importance of turning down work and practice several ways to say no.
12:45 - 1:30 pm
Lunch and networking
Lunch is included in your conference registration, as long as you RSVP before July 23. If you miss the sign up deadline, please bring a lunch or grab carry out from a nearby restaurant.
Email info@theiij.com if you’re not sure whether you’re confirmed for lunch.
If you’re attending the IJA national convention, feel free to duck out to grab your IJA name badge — just check in upon your return.
1:30 - 3 pm
Session 3: Editors Panel
Hear from editors who assign to freelance journalists, including what they’re looking for in a pitch, how to become a go-to contributor, strategies for deepening your relationship with a client, managing conflict and more.
Moderators:
3:15 - 4:30 pm
Session 4: Freelance Systems for Success
This session will be a practical, hands on approach to setting up your freelance practice for emotional and financial sustainability. You’ll adapt a new client checklist for your particular needs and risk level, set goals for insurance, retirement savings, tax compliance and tax support. Identify several key contract terms and common red flags to include in contract review. Evaluate your current motivation strategies, high-low discipline hours and needs for rest, connection and fun. Review sample client proposals, pitch letters, and contracts. Draft a business plan at granular and annual levels.