So, what’s a professional freelancer schedule like? I answer your questions about what I do in a day. Even when we’re not in the middle of a global pandemic, I periodically get questions about what my schedule is like as a professional freelancer. However, since this whole COVID-19 thing has changed so many lives, I’ve […]
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Reduce the number of revisions you are asked for, and improve your overall experience, by communicating effectively with your freelance clients. As a freelance writer, I work in the communications industry. I know first-hand the importance of communication when I work with freelance clients. True — communication is important no matter who you work with.
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I’m constantly asked about how I manage my productivity. By learning how to batch your writing, it’s possible to take your freelance business to a new level. Over the years, I’ve tried just about every productivity trick in the book. I mean, I’ve been freelancing since 2005 — it’s my 15th anniversary of working online
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As a freelance writer, a flexible schedule can help you enjoy your life as well as make money. A freelance writer has to manage making money versus enjoying life. This can be especially true if you line up a number of regular gigs. Regular gigs are nice because you can usually count on the money
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At some point you’ll miss a deadline. Here’s how to handle the situation. Recently, I’ve become the world’s flakiest freelancer. I’ve had a lot going on in my life the last two years. From two cross-country moves to a divorce to becoming more involved in my community to the fact that my son is a
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Staying on task can be hard for many freelancers. Here are some strategies that can help you improve your writing focus. I love working from home as a freelancer, but sometimes the fact that you’re home — and have plenty of other things vying for your time — can be a drawback. It’s easy to
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