For all its “evil empire” trappings, Microsoft has some great programs, particularly Microsoft Office. Problem is, that autosave feature spoils me. I end up not saving regularly, confident that if and when something goes wrong, my work won’t disappear. Unfortunately, this habit carries over to other programs, with disastrous results.
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We’ve already established the importance of a brand for a freelancer or contract worker. Aside from the power of a name, building a powerful brand is a great way to increase your exposure and visibility. Not to mention it makes it easier for people to know exactly what you’re about and what you can do.
And […]
I’ve been talking about how freelancing is all about working on your own terms. So why do I insist that we all start the work week on Monday? Even if some of you work at home and don’t need to follow a schedule imposed by others?
Well, the reality is that people have always started working […]
When was the last time you made a decision, then changed your mind, only to find out your original choice was the right one? It’s really frustrating when this happens, especially when you realize that if only you trusted yourself more, you would’ve chosen well.
Throughout their careers, freelancers and contract workers need to make decisions […]
b5media’s own Sasha Manuel is a fellow freelancer. After recently resigning from her day job to concentrate on her passions full-time—fashion blogging and writing among them—she’s working at home and on her own terms. Apparently, she’s made quite a name for herself in her niche. That’s because the publishers of The Shoe Queen (Sasha’ affiliate […]
There I was in the zone, creating quality output at a furious pace. Then a window suddenly popped out of nowhere. A friend sent an IM asking how I was. I told him I was fine but a little busy. And after politely asking if I could get back to him later, I tried resuming. […]
Based on personal experience, a unique pattern regarding time and its management has become clear. This affects all those who work, including freelancers and contract workers.
The three areas in our lives
There are three things in life that we need to balance: Work, Recreation, and Sleep. All three are important in their own way.
We make a […]
Back when I began writing for Contract Worker, I wrote about three options: why you should be a freelancer, why you shouldn’t be a freelancer, and why it’s possible to be a freelancer and a corporate worker at the same time.
The fact is that over the last few months I’ve been exercising the third choice, […]
Showing why "Freelancing" Isn't Just an F-Word Through Shared Experiences and Useful Info.
Written by Rico Mossesgeld [email] for b5media.
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