Sometimes friends are more like family. Such is the case with Anne Wayman, who with me started the About Writing Squared 5 Buck Forum for writers and creatives (still the best bargain in town at $5 a month). While I gave up the forum co-ownership to pursue my poetic side, Anne and I are still…
Writers Worth: Change One Thing
What’s on the iPod: Somebody That I Used to Know by Gotye Thanks again to Ashley for yesterday’s blog post. I love it when you guys give your perspective. I learn something new every time. Ashley, you framed worth in one of the more creative ways I’ve seen. I think the primary challenge we writers…
Writers Worth: Who’s the Boss?
Welcome to the first full week of Writers Worth! Thanks again to everyone who posts, comments, shares, and makes this a fantastic celebration of awareness and personal growth. There’s still time for you to contribute, if you’re interested. Just send me a note at lwbean AT gmail and let’s talk. One of my favorite people…
Writers Worth: Why Your Price Isn’t Arbitrary
What’s on the iPod: I’m Shakin’ by Jack White I’m back again for the second installment of this month’s Writers Worth Month celebration. I promise you’ll hear from plenty of guest bloggers in the coming weeks. This week, short as it is, I wanted to talk price with you. Imagine this scenario: You contact a…
Writers Worth Month: Having What It Takes
What’s on the iPod: Holy by Frightened Rabbit Welcome to the first day of the 6th Annual Writers Worth Month celebration! Started as just one day based on my rantings over fair pay, the event has grown to a month-long awareness campaign where we remind each other to realize the value our skills hold. When…
Monthly Assessment: April 2014
What’s on the iPod: Life by The Avett Brothers Starting tomorrow: Writers Worth Month: Join us tomorrow and all month for the 6th Annual Writers Worth Month celebration! Read inspiring advice and posts by writers just like you. Plus, there’s still time to contribute your own thoughts. Get in touch via lwbean AT gmail and let’s…
Nostalgic Notes
What’s on the iPod: Beautiful Day by U2 After a long week/weekend respite, I’m back to work today. Mom got on the train yesterday afternoon and headed home. It was a great visit, and we had a gorgeous day on Saturday for my daughter’s bridal shower. Her bridesmaids are fantastic–they spoiled her with a wonderful…
Free Advice Friday: 10 Steps to Your Freelance Writing Brand
What’s on the iPod: How to Save a Life by The Fray I’m still away from the desk entertaining my mom. My daughter’s bridal shower (the first of two) is set for tomorrow, so there’s much to do in the meantime. I was talking recently with a friend about her client’s struggles with gaining name…
6 Ways to Work with Writing Clients
What’s on the iPod: Nessun Dorma by Luciano Pavarotti COMING IN MAY: THE SIXTH ANNUAL WRITERS WORTH MONTH Have an idea for a post or want to guest post? Write to me at lwbean AT gmail and let’s talk! Beginners especially welcome to submit posts dicusssing challenges they face. This is an abbreviated week for…
Free Advice Friday: This Job, Not That Job
What’s on the iPod: The Loneliness & The Scream by Frightened Rabbit I’m running a virtual marathon right now — two articles are done, one more to go, one other project to complete this morning, and a world of stuff waiting for me in May. I love it. Makes you feel alive. Since I’m busy…