What Does Not Paying Freelance Writers Say about You?

Freelance writing is a business. Freelance writers are professionals that provide a service which is writing. They’re no different from other business professionals you hire to provide a service for you and your company. If you don’t pay them, they could post something on the internet on sites such as Predators and Editors. That wouldn’t […]

Freelancers “Electronically Out” Clients that Don’t Pay

There’s a captivating article on Crains New York about freelancers taking a stand against clients that don’t pay. According to the article, “…more than 400 freelancers have electronically outed clients who haven’t paid via a website set-up by Freelancers Union.” Some of the clients include political candidates to banks to media companies. This seems extreme […]

Why Won’t Clients Return Phone Calls or Emails?

When you run a business, it’s important to be professional. This means returning phone calls and emails in a timely manner. If your clients have questions about their projects, you probably respond to them within a day or two, depending on how heavy your schedule is. If you respond to them, why wouldn’t they respond […]

The Power of Positive Marketing and Thinking

I just read a brilliant blog post by Carol Tice on the WM Freelance Connection which outlined the steps freelance writers can take to earn more profits. The key is to stop doing what you’ve been doing and hoping for the same results. Most freelance writers, including me post resumes and 30-second elevator pitches on […]

How to Handle Clients That Don’t Pay?

Sometimes freelance writers will encounter clients that don’t pay on time or at all. How many times have you encountered clients like this? It’s time to say goodbye to these clients for good and hello to solid clients that understand that you’re more than a freelance writer — you’re a business man or woman. Freelance […]