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Tips for those of us who can't quite cut the cord to our day jobs on keeping inspired, focused and productive in both our writing and our "other" work.
Below is a freelance writing commitment contract. What is this?
If starting a career as a freelance writer is something that you've been wanting to do, but have been held back -- for whatever reason -- following is a concrete plan to make freelance writing a full-time career in 2008.
Freelance writer is defined as a self employed individual who is working full time in the writing trade.
Writers need discipline to survive as a freelancer. This article details a list of items that fall under the category of maintaining discipline to build a successful freelance career.
Whether it is working solely for content management sites or bidding, there are ways to make more of a freelance writing career to increase viewership, offers, and sales.
It takes more than talent to break into the freelance writing business. Many beginners make the same mistakes - and it costs them time and energy. Avoid these common mistakes and you'll be a professional freelancer in no time!
Freelance writing as a career is not a hobby and it's not a get-rich-quick business. Any writer who's been freelancing for more than three years will tell you it's hard work.
This article discusses the books and websites I've found most helpful for freelance writing. These resources are all about debunking myths and providing information you can really use to further your freelance writing career.
As you begin to embark on your journey as a freelance writer, you likely share the common misconceptions about this career path that so many other aspiring writers do.
The freelance writing business model is changing and if you want to be a freelance writer, you have to change with it. This article looks at page view payment and ad revenue payment sites as a freelance writing career option.
Tips to win big freelance writing projects
Freelance writers make a very common mistake in setting their freelance writing rates that can leave them charging only half of what they really need to make a living as a writer. Find out how to avoid that and set the right rates for your writing.
Following are 9 realizations I've incorporated into my freelance writing that have significantly increased my income -- in just a few months.
Five free sites to help you find the perfect freelancing job.
Life as a freelance writer has its perks, but it is a lot of work to start up your own writing business.
After striking out on her own to pursue a career as a full-time freelance writer, James-Enger quickly learned that making it wasn't easy.
I have been in publishing since 1987, have been a freelancer since 1993 and ran an editorial staffing agency in New York City from 1996 through 2004. Some lessons I've learned from this crazy journey follow.
When it comes to money, most of us don't recognize the value of small amounts. Following are three things you can do to advance your freelance writing career from the money you make online.
A freelance writer's life is rarely structured and time can easily become an issue. That is why I've implemented a note card system to simplify my freelance writing career.
In Part I, I discussed the basic essentials ever freelance writing e-course should have. Here I discuss the meat, eg, what to include -- and more.
Should you write for free? Does it water down the market? Will it benefit or be a detriment to your freelance writing career? Let's explore.
Freelance writing as a career has its advantages...and disadvantages
As freelance writers, by definition we have to look for work. What do you do when that work turns out to be fraudulent?
I first met Robert Bittner at a writer's conference. He was teaching a seminar on freelance writing, how he made it a career. He was candid in answering my questions, almost a year later, we had another discussion on writing.
Freelance writing online is no less work than any other form of writing... but often, the exposure and rewards are much greater.
There are plenty of websites online that provide informative articles, writer forums, and links to writing resources. Here are just a few that I have found that have good resources.
Today I looked at my shelf of writing books and decided I had spent a lot of money on Freelance writing books that I should have saved. As with most how-to writing books, the majority of the twenty or so sitting on that shelf all repeated the same informa
This article is dedicated to all of those knowledgeable freelance writers who are experienced, or just have solid education in business and or computers. Take a detailed look into the paying markets for your talents.
Building a successful small business requires the same skills as venturing out as a freelance programmer. Freelancers must market their skills, close the deals, manage their clients and serve as bill collectors. This article provides some advice on how to get started.
Following is an interview I conducted with Michelle L. Devon, one of the prolific writers here on AC, for the first issue of my newly relaunched newsletter, How to Start a Successful Freelance Career.
This article is the final part of a three-part series originally entitled, 5 Things You Must Look for in a Freelance Writing Mentor.
This article is a continuation of the article, 5 Things You Must Look for in a Freelance Writing Mentor. In this article, we discussed two things you should look for, ie, tech-savviness and variety of projects.
For those who are serious about starting a successful freelance writing career, following are five things to look for in a freelance writing mentor.
When you make the decision to begin freelance writing there are a lot of things to consider.
Within this article, you will learn what four elements will help you succeed on this site or any of the other freelance writing sites out there.
If you are just starting your freelance writing adventure, you are in for some surprises.
Freelance writing involves being innovative; creatively pursuing your dreams and not letting the 9 to 5 trap keep you enslaved to the system. If it's time for you to break free, plan carefully, work studiously and make your dreams finally come true!
If you're a freelance writer who others turn to often for advice, you quite possibly have the credentials to publish a freelance writing e-course - and charge for it. If you do decide to publish a freelance writing e-course, following are some pointers to ensure its success.
Need a jump-start for your freelance writing career? You might want to consider gay community publications as a potential niche market. Read on to learn more.
This article is about the quickest way to build a profitable freelance writing career, but the way in which it presented itself was unusual -- to say the least. aterialized. Let's just say, divine intervention is a powerful force -- one that is always working.
The best piece of advice I've ever received as a freelance writer was to read more than I write. How often do you seek out material about "the business of writing" to keep your freelance writing business a success?
Tips, methods, and resources for advertising your freelance writing services at a low cost.
Five simple steps are outlined to help those wanting to begin a career in Freelance Writing. Becoming a writer and enjoying your career is possible if one knows where to start and how to follow through.
It may have taken seven years, but I have done it and you can do it too. This article contains some of my story and some advice about freelance writing full-time.
Looking for a portal to all the best freelance job opportunities on the Internet? Whether you are looking for freelance writing jobs, gigs or other art and creative opportunities, this guide outlines the top four best places to find them.
A list of my favorite resources for finding freelance writing jobs and gigs.
Do you write from home while caring for your children? This is no easy task, so let's talk about how to keep your freelance writing business successful as we quickly approach summer vacation.
Looking for a new freelance writing market? Try writing devotions for Christian publications. There's an enormous demand, and you can earn a consistent income.
Hopefully, you have read the part one of my writing pyramid article. So, since you know all that, you may be asking, "How does the writing pyramid help me and how do I use it?"