March 10th, 2008
I’m no American, but CCH’s attempt to attract some online traffic and inquiries into their paid services actually involves some potentially useful advice. As Informed Ideas reports:
[T]he 15th edition of the CCH Tax Guide for Journalists. This free booklet was developed specifically for print and electronic news reporters, freelance writers and others who write for […]
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March 7th, 2008
As reported by Write Life Guide, Transitions Abroad is looking for writers for their website. Average rate is $1 per 10 words, at a maximum range of $150 for 1,500-3,000 edited words.
What do you guys think of the rate? Personally, I think it’s very appealing for so-called third-world countries like my own, where the minimum […]
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March 6th, 2008
Participating in a pick-up game of basketball, I saw a new teammate in action for the first time. He displayed the prowess probably earned as a captain of a college basketball varsity team.
This player was easily one of the best players I’ve ever seen play in person. And you know what else I noticed? […]
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March 5th, 2008
Warning: May be NSFW
Great talent is taking the hilariously mundane…
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March 4th, 2008
A Call for Help
When I wrote about Cara Williams’ unfortunate encounter with an unscrupulous client, and PayPal’s apparent nonchalance about the whole matter, I never imagined that my post would generate some useful feedback. Among all of the informative comments, Kimberly James had this to say:
Hi,
I wanted to let you know that I just had […]
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March 3rd, 2008
You’ve probably seen the term “Monday Madness” countless times. Especially since I use it on this blog.
There are many reasons to be mad about Monday, and these two apply to freelancers:
Monday means its time to work again (unless you don’t want to accomplish anything important for the week)
Monday reminds us that we still have projects […]
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March 2nd, 2008
If a picture is worth a thousand words, then Kristen’s free and cheap stock photography website rundown is worth gazillions.
If a freelancer’s portfolio site is designed to attract project inquiries, then the Conversion Rate Squirrel will be helpful.
If money makes the world go round, then find out how it can be taken away, thanks to […]
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March 1st, 2008
Yesterday I talked about combining skills to provide more effective package for clients. But there are also benefits to be gained from working with other freelancers. Aside from the ability to share a great load among two or more hands, each member of a freelancing group will bring unique ideas and perspectives that will provide […]
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