Comments on: More Freelance Truths

By: Lori

Lori — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 15:17:09 +0000

Paula, tenacity gets you in the door. Agreed!

Ah, Ashley, but that's the beauty of codependent natures -- we want everyone to get along even when they don't. :)

Devon, you're singing in my pitch, sister. It is damn hard work, and those willing to put the effort into it -- CONSISTENTLY -- will reap the rewards.

By: Devon Ellington

Devon Ellington — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 14:43:34 +0000

So often, people claim they want to freelance because they look at it as "quick and easy money". It's not. It's hard damn work, and, at least until you get established, there will be times when you keep unusual hours.

By: Ashley

Ashley — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 21:46:18 +0000

I have a hard time with the "not all clients will love you" part of freelancing. I'm an incredibly lovable person (if I do say so myself!) and it's hard to realize I can't always get along with everyone, even when I've done everything I could to get along. It's not always within our control. On the other hand, there are some clients we don't even want to get along with!

The accountability part has been the most helpful for me. I am self motivated, but having someone check in on me to make sure I'm staying on track is invaluable.

By: Paula

Paula — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:07:43 +0000

When beginning freelancers ask me for advice, one of the first things I tell them is if you want to be self-employed, you need to be tenacious. Tenacious in finding clients, securing sources, pursuing payments, and following up on things.

The second thing I do is remind them it's a business and writing is only one part of the job.