What I’m listening to: All You Ever Do Is Bring Me Down by The Mavericks Saturday. Why do I always say it like I’m exhaling? It’s one busy time of year. Probably the worst time to stick one more business item on your list. And yet it’s the best time to do it. Things are…
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31 Days of Freelancing: Going Local
What I’m listening to: Blunderbuss by Jack White One more week of work. Unless, of course, you’re taking it easy next week. Or this month. Whatever your pleasure is (I hope). Since it’s Friday, your mind might not be on freelancing or work of any sort. But maybe you feel a little pang of guilt…
Job Proposals 101
What I’m listening to: When We Were Young by Adele A late post today. It’s raining here — exactly what we needed. But rain makes me want to curl up somewhere comfy and read. That’s actually on my agenda today. First, though, I have to outline a project and get my own project off the ground….
Writers Worth: Your Start-to-Earn-Now Freelance Writing Career Guide
It’s here! Welcome one and all to the 9th annual Writers Worth Month celebration! Stick around — there’s a ton of great content heading your way thanks to some of the best freelancers in the business. What you’ll see here all month: You’ll see guest posts from successful freelancers, from beginning freelancers, and from freelancers…
Writers Worth: 101 Best Blog Posts for Your Freelance Writing Career
What’s on the iPod: Misfits and Lovers by The Wallflowers Happy Writers Worth Month 2015! It’s been a while since I put together a resource guide –the 101 Resources to Rock Your Freelance World was a massive undertaking, enough that I took two years to try it again. What better way to start this year’s celebration than…
When to Follow Writer Advice (and When to Go Your Own Way)
What I’m reading: Strip Jack by Ian Rankin What’s on the iPod: Conductor by We Were Promised Jetpacks It was nice to get away. It wasn’t a long break — 4 days — but it was welcome. Saturday afternoon, we started the 7 1/2 hour ride. It’s always made longer because we stop at our…
5 Easy Tips to Help You Gain Clients
What’s on the iPod: Life by The Avett Brothers Some happy news in the writing community: Ashley Festa and her husband are now parents! Little Delia Jane was born February 8th and is a beauty to behold. Congratulations, Ashley and family! Send her some Twitter love today. (@ashley_festa) Thanks to everyone who contributed to (and…
101 Resources to Rock Your Freelance Writing World
What’s on the iPod: Peaceful, Easy Feeling by The Eagles Welcome to Friday! Today I have what I believe to be eight hours in which write an article. Hopefully. You never know when a client will call with a new project. Since it’s Friday, I thought it would be fun to share some of the…
Business Plan: Write It
What’s on the iPod: Trash Tongue Talker by Jack White How was your weekend? Mine was a mixture of a great time and a frustrating situation that kept us from our plans, but I’ll get into that tomorrow. Continuing this month’s theme — business planning — let’s turn our attention to the plan itself. Despite…
Business Planning: SWOT It Out
Today’s the day!Don’t miss your chance to organize your 2012 taxes. Join Anne Wayman and me and special guest Julian Block, tax expert extraordinaire, for the 8 Top Tax-Saving Strategies for Freelancers webinar. Special pricing: the one-hour webinar plus nearly $375 worth of freebies for just $39.95! Get your spot before it’s gone: Register here. —- What a good day yesterday. Despite a few…