Comments on: Monthly Assessment: September 2015

By: Lori Widmer

Lori Widmer — Tue, 06 Oct 2015 21:20:42 +0000

Sure sounds like things are clicking, Paula! Congrats on a good month.

By: Paula Hendrickson

Paula Hendrickson — Tue, 06 Oct 2015 16:45:10 +0000

Summer is seldom a slow time for me, but September was busier than normal, thank goodness. October is shaping up to be even better.

Queries: Only sent two.

LOIs: Sent none.

Social Media: I don't recall any earthshaking social media interactions.

Postings: Replied to one freelance job listing by a place I've written for a few times. (I think the editor I worked with has left, so it was a good chance for me to introduce myself to the new team.)

Existing Clients: Wrote two articles and turned in two listings, all to different editors. Wrote two columns.

New Clients: Turned in my first assignment to a new-to-me client. Accepted assignments from two additional new clients.

Earnings: Actual income was about $500 shy of my modest monthly goal, but higher than I'd expected, given the payment terms of my various clients. But the invoices I have out right now account for more than $600 more than my monthly goal, so it should balance out. Better yet, the projects I'm currently working on (most due in mid October) equals more than double my monthly goal.

Bottom Line: Keep doing what I'm doing. Things are really clicking right now!

By: Lori Widmer

Lori Widmer — Tue, 06 Oct 2015 13:24:01 +0000

Cathy, that's fantastic! A strong third quarter makes for a much more relaxing holiday season.

Good luck in San Diego. I know you'll excel at that walk -- you always do. :)

By: Cathy Miller

Cathy Miller — Tue, 06 Oct 2015 13:07:57 +0000

What are the odds of this? September had the exact same figure for income as August. Both were my 2nd highest months for income. The 3rd quarter was my highest for the year, which is a good thing because for me the last quarter is usually dismal. I'm gone a good portion of November for the 3-Day Walk and my regulars slow way down for the holidays.

I've picked up on prospecting and have more than a few nibbles. I hope I can reel some in at least for the new year (if not sooner). I plan to use the slow last quarter for business site stuff and its new plan.

I have to keep this brief. Lots to do before leaving for San Diego. All in all, not feeling too bad about the status.