writing
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Is the gig economy the new corporate career path?
Freelancers are everywhere, and so are content platforms. So, is the gig economy replacing the traditional brick-and-mortar career path? Read on to find out! 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 freelance writing
While it might feel like you can never get your foot in the door for freelancing income, you definitely can with the proper steps to get you there. Most of my advice is about building up your own professionalism and education. 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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How to recover after a lost workday
One of the most frustrating things to happen is losing your work day. After all, you have deadlines to meet and bills to pay. Yet, you sit at the computer and can’t focus due to writer’s block. Or, something intervenes, like… Continue reading
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How to be the right writer for a client
You have potentially good and bad clients waiting to draw you in. My two cents worth is this: if you use those tips above, you’ll attract and win the good ones. If you don’t, you’ll likely end up with more… Continue reading
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How can I put my professional freelancing skills to work elsewhere?
Sometimes, you need a break from freelancing. It’s more than just a weekend off or some much-needed vacation time. If this is something that you’re thinking of right now, you aren’t alone. Many people have been looking at branching out… 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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What are the differences between staff writers and freelance writers?
Back in the day, the main writers were staff writers. Hired professionals with salaries, pensions, and health insurance. Today, a lot more of the professional writing world is made up of freelancers. Continue reading
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How being a professional writer changed my relationship with creative writing
I don’t spend as much time working on my creative writing projects as I used to, but being a business writer definitely doesn’t hold me back. Continue reading