5 Must-Follow Blogs for Freelancers
Launching a freelance career can be overwhelming, but it really is simple. Anyone with a computer, word processing software, Internet connection, and an entrepreneurial attitude can do this. The number […]
Category Archives: DIY Business
Two years! A milestone for freelancers
As of this month – December 2012 – I’ve been gainfully self-employed for 2 years! Wow, what a milestone. Hitting the 2-year mark as a freelancer is a big deal, […]
How to make sales projections for 2013
I wanted to share some thoughts with you that might be helpful when determine what to project for 2013 sales. I am applying this to my own business, and thought […]
Create a professional portfolio
As you prepare to meet with new clients, attend a networking event, or interview with potential employers, nothing could be more important than a professional portfolio for a creative professional. […]
An easy-peasy personal blogging strategy with Twitter
Perhaps this seems too easy. Maybe it’s a shortcut. But who doesn’t appreciate a good shortcut, right?! Even the cooking show by Sandra Lee, “Semi-Homemade Cooking,” is one of my […]
5 Ingredients for Self-Employment Success (+1)
The recipe for success as a self-employed individual is simple. Whether you want to be a freelance writer, freelance photographer, web designer, consultant, or something else, the foundation starts with […]
What makes you different?
If you haven’t crafted a catchy and effective mission statement about yourself, then what are you waiting for? This is what the “15-words-or-less challenge” is all about. Whether you are […]
Branding is…
From a company’s logo to their website and everything in between, branding is the term we use to refer to the whole package. With brand management, consistency is everything. The […]
Writer’s Market 2012 Outline
Download here: Writers Market 2012 outline The ever-so-valuable Writer’s Market 2012 features articles packed with tips and advice and tools for writers to succeed in the magazine and book markets. These […]
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