freelancing
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My essential expenses as a freelance writer
These are some of the expenses of a full-time freelance writer that I consider to be essential to running my business on a daily basis. Continue reading
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The importance of diversifying your income streams as a freelancer
For some reason, many feel they have to take on other types of jobs when freelance writing jobs go dormant. But this isn’t necessarily the case! It’s all about what matters most to you and what gives you that peace of… Continue reading
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How to make the most out of the gig economy
There probably is a science to the gig economy. And some freelancers are better than others at being the perfect person for every job that comes their way. However, making this volatile world work for you is about staying as personalized as possible. Here’s what I… Continue reading
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How to make money as a writer
Staying focused on “making it” as a writer means being ready to pivot from one type of writing to another and standing firm when enforcing pay schedules, pay rates, and more. Continue reading
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How to get work done during a personal crisis
For most freelancers, there is very little option to take time off from work specifically to deal with whatever crisis has popped up. Is there a right way to work through a personal crisis? No. But, there is a wrong way… Continue reading
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What to do if your wifi goes out during your workday
While you will need wifi for remote jobs such as freelancing, you don’t have to have your entire professional world screech to a halt when you lose it for one reason or another. Continue reading
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How to handle illness and freelance careers
If you compromise your health to work no matter what, you may regret that later. Continue reading
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Corporate vs. Freelance: The decision that no one made ever
The way that I see it is that it shouldn’t be a battle between staff positions and freelance positions. Both have essential pros and cons that make them great allies, not competitors. Continue reading
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Explaining a freelance career to strangers
Unless you’ve got your elevator pitch nailed, figuring out how to explain freelancing to a stranger can be challenging. To help you out of that awkward experience, here are some tips on how to do just that! Continue reading
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What is a panic list and why do I use them for freelancing?
My panic lists help me organize the smaller things, remember the larger ones, and accommodate the really large ones. It helps me keep on top of everything to do with my business so that nothing slips through the cracks. Continue reading