If you aren’t getting something you want, don’t assume you just can’t have it. You can ask for a higher freelance rate. Even though I’ve been freelancing for more than 10 years, it’s still difficult for me to ask for a higher freelance rate. Over time, I’ve become better at getting paid more, but I …
After a few months of craziness, and trying to figure out what to do with myself, I’m getting back to my online freelance writing videos. Since my last video, I’ve discovered Periscope. I’ll use Periscope for a weekly writing tip every Wednesday right around 12:45 pm Eastern. At least that’s the plan. My first tip …
A couple of years ago, a client of mine asked if I could stop writing about competitors of theirs. They didn’t want me to mention them in lists (even if another client asked me to), and they were hoping that I wouldn’t take jobs with clients that partnered with the competitor. In the end, I …
Sponsored posts offer a way for professional bloggers to make a little extra money. But you need to be prepared to disclose your relationships. Professional bloggers have enjoyed an increase in influence in recent years. Major brands — and even not-so-major brands — are anxious to reach new audiences with the help of bloggers. If …
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Not a week goes by in which someone doesn’t ask me where to look for freelance work. I’ve been able to make a living as a freelancer for 10 years now, so I have some insight into how to find gigs. One of the best places to look for freelance work is a job board. …
Thanks to the Internet, nearly anyone can share thoughts and be heard. Even when I post something on my personal blog (that hardly anyone reads), I still see hundreds of visitors each month. My voice is heard by a small audience. As an online freelancer, though, you have the potential to reach a wider pool …
