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Keep The Creative Juices Flowing - Tips For The Freelance Artist
As a freelance artist, I recently started blogging, I am amazed at the amount of people who have come forward through social networking sites. The exchange of services for a freelancer is absolutely an awesome beginning. I have sent out a few pieces of art to those that have helped me, and I have had [...]
The Violent Truth Of Opportunity
If I hear one more freelance writer whining about how she can’t find freelance gigs, I’m going to scream.
I’m like anyone else. There are times when I’m likely to sit around hoping for a new opportunity to knock me over the head. Fact of the matter is, though, I’ve come to the place in [...]
Maximizing Results As A Way Of Thinking
I’ve written about why solid goals are the foundation you can build upon as far as productivity is concerned and I’ve also talked about why this process is one you cannot afford to neglect here on FreelanceFolder.
This article will be all about analyzing things from the perspective of a person who is already on top [...]
No Matter What, Design Matters
Design matters. There’s no question about it. Whether you’re a graphic designer, copywriter, photographer or blogger, any and all sorts of design will shape the outcome of your business from the moment you present yourself.
Think about it. We all know someone that has been gracefully blessed with the divine skills of something. That something can [...]
Should You Tattle On A Bad Client?
I frequent a lot of forums and blogs where freelancers post. As I read through the forum and blog posts, I often find that other freelancers have posted complaints about the actions of clients or former clients.
Usually the posting is done in such a way that the client cannot be identified, but sometimes a client’s [...]
5 Sure-Fire Ways to Meet Deadlines For Freelancers & Web Workers
Meeting deadlines and targets is a major area of concern for many freelancers and web workers, especially if you get loads of work and find it difficult to do justice to all of them.
The topic of this post is not new and you are sure to find a lot of suggestions on the web on [...]
Eight Violent Truths About Freelancing - Part 2
In part 1, I gave you four of the eight violent truths about freelancing. They weren’t easy truths, either. They went like this:
1. Freelancing isn’t for the lazy.
2. Freelancing is damn hard work.
3. Freelancers work for more jerks than anyone else.
4. Freelancing is a thankless profession.
If you’ve made it here, it means you’re serious about [...]
Eight Violent Truths About Freelancing - Part 1
Being a freelance writer is a lot like being a stay-at-home mom. People on the outside have this image of a leisured existence, while the reality of the situation is that freelance writers (and stay-at-home moms) are often busier than many “working” folks. God forbid you choose to be a stay-at-home mom who is also [...]
Open Thread: Are You Managing Work-Life Balance?
My recent post on work-life balance (complete with music video) has been hitting a nerve with many freelancers and entrepreneurs.
While being self-employed obviously has its perks, many people are getting the sense that building their business has been costing them too much in terms of family, relationships, and personal life goals.
What about you?
What’s your biggest [...]
How To Avoid the Feast-or-Famine Cycle
For many freelance professionals, the ebb and flow of projects is one of the most frustrating and nail-biting aspects of this line of work.
One day you have more work than you can handle. You’re grilling steaks and sipping top-notch California Cabernet.
The next day you’re questioning your worth as a freelance pro, wondering if anyone will [...]
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