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 […]
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 […]
Just spreading the word about PayPal folks:
I’d had the option to accept credit card payments in PayPal, which didn’t bother me at the time as the transaction was quick and I saw the funds instantly. However, what I didn’t know, and I found out the hard way was that I really wasn’t protected by PayPal […]
Connie recently wrote a useful post on maximizing your work. In it she shows how a freelance writer can reslant, rewrite, and resell an article.
I believe that we can take this active approach to the next level, and make it passive. To fully maximize our previous work, we should come up with methods that allow […]
I’m sure that, if you do a lot of work online, you use a lot of web-based tools. In fact, I’m pretty sure you’ve even paid good money for some of them!
I’m also sure that, based on your recommendations, friends and fellow freelancers have signed up for the services you use. It’s just too bad […]
There’s no doubt that one of the hardest parts of being a freelancer is the need to constantly market to clients. It’s also one of the most crucial, since you can’t make a living if you have no projects to accomplish.
Which is why you should consider yourself lucky if you’re really good at attracting inquiries […]
As for anyone else, credit cards can be a great asset for freelancers. It lets them purchase much needed equipment and supplies, and pay for any other important expenses without having to carry large sums around.
On the other hand, again as for anyone else, credit cards could turn out to be a liability. Despite credit […]
Recent dealings have reminded me that it’s important for freelancers to know how to create an invoice. An invoice is an official document that breaks down the different parts of a project, listing how much you require to accomplish each of them. It’s clear record for a client, showing what he will pay for what.
The […]
Freelancers will want to consult with an accountant and tax lawyer on a regular basis. It’s a great way to stay aware of how much the government thinks you should pay it, if only to avoid the stress we normally associate with losing a significant share of our earnings.
If death and taxes are both certain, […]
Oh wow, I can actually check my bank account’s balance online!
No, I’m not a caveman discovering fire for the first time (ok, maybe I am). It’s just that I need to pay attention more often.
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Written by Rico Mossesgeld [email] for b5media.
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