Blog posts from Milana Lelović
With seven years in the software industry, Milana has honed her skills in HR, finance, and business management. Armed with degrees in political science and psychology, and a Master's in Data Analytics and Management, she's committed to elevating HR to a central strategic role in organizations.

The future of email in remote work: Why it still matters
Email has been the backbone of online business communication for decades. But every few years, someone declares that it’s dead. In a world dominated by instant messaging—Slack, Teams, AI-driven communication—is email still relevant for remote work? Let’s find…

Freelancing & finding your first clients: The unglamorous beginning
You’ve finally decided that you’re ready to freelance. The legal setup’s done, your finances are (somewhat) in order, and now it’s time to face what’s arguably the hardest part: finding your first clients.

Freelancing & the legal side: Navigating the essentials
So, you're ready to leap into freelancing. You've already thought about the flexibility, the potential for growth, and the challenges that come with it. But before you dive into the work you love, Part 4 of our freelancing series examines another critical…

HR in 2025: The trend of not (blindly) following trends
In a world where trends dominate everything from social media to corporate strategies, HR has become caught in the same web. We follow the latest buzzwords, implement the flashiest solutions, and chase the promise of differentiation. Yet, in trying so hard…

AI in Employee Selection: Charting a thoughtful path forward
Welcome to a journey into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) in the employee selection process. At first glance, AI seems like a revolutionary tool, poised to transform how we approach hiring. It promises not only efficiency but also a level of objectivity…

My (cautiously) optimistic odyssey into AI-powered HR
The HR world has been buzzing with whispers of artificial intelligence (AI), promising automation and efficiency. As an HR professional juggling multiple hats, I admit I'm intrigued—but also skeptical.

Freelancing & mindset: When you’re your own boss
You can read every “how to freelance” blog out there. But nothing quite prepares you for the internal shift—the quiet reshaping of your relationship to work once the job title is gone. In Part 3 of our freelancing series, we ask: are you ready for the psychological…

Freelancing & finances: Budget smarter, charge fairly, stress less
In Part 2 of our series, we’re breaking down the real cost of freelancing—from hidden expenses to sustainable pricing—so you can build stability from day one.

The big decision: Should you quit your job to freelance?
Whether you're dreaming of ditching the 9-to-5 or just curious about what it takes to go solo, this series will walk you through the financial, psychological, and practical realities of freelancing. In this first part, we tackle the question that starts it…