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It’s hard to know where to begin as a professional writer. You simultaneously want to build a professional website, create samples and pitch for jobs. It can feel overwhelming deciding where to start. As a freelancer you simultaneously want to build a professional website, create samples and pitch for jobs. What to choose first? You might be … Read more
In September 2015, when Twitter disabled their share counts; there were mixed reactions from bloggers, freelancers as well as top influencers. Top industry experts like Jay Baer, showed their angst towards Twitter’s decision. A few weeks later, Twitter released a statement explaining the reasons why they removed the share counts. As Twitter … Read more
While there are a plethora of tips and tools for new freelance writers to hone their skills and build their portfolio, it can be easy to neglect the back-end duties that will be required of you when managing your own business. The non-billable tasks can turn into a massive time suck if you’re not intentional and focused in this area. The … Read more
Being a freelancer allows you to be your own boss which means you decide for yourself where and how much you are going to work. And there lies the problem. The freedom that freelancing offers can make you loaf. The freedom that freelancing offers can make you loaf around all day and make you not really get things done. Meanwhile, only a … Read more
Imagine if you could work from home or a coffee shop – with clients you actually like – on projects you really love and without being answerable to an organization for every aspect of your working hour. Sounds like a dream, isn’t it? Of course, it is dreamy! Freelancing isn’t easy; but it is fun if you put your heart and soul in it. The … Read more
Do you get an overwhelming surge of anxiety when you see the words, “can we hop on a Skype call?” land in your inbox? Perhaps you stop in your tracks, or even go so far as to plan a call and cancel at the last minute. You’re not the only one. Do you feel anxious when you see the words, “can we hop on a Skype call?” I spent the first six months … Read more
The six-figure salary... the dream of every freelance writer. But how do you get there? And what’s the difference between a five-figure earner and a six-figure earner? The six-figure salary... the dream of every freelance writer. For starters, six-figure earners don’t dream. They have goals, and they take action. These are the most crucial … Read more
When I first started out as a freelancer I had no idea what I could write about that would make me any money. I felt I had no skills, interests or talents that could help me grow my business. I was good at writing and, well...that’s about it. (Heck, I wasn’t even sure I was good at that). Over coffee one day I told my mum about this problem. … Read more
