If you’re an aspiring screenwriter, you may want to enter your screenplay into a contest. Yes, you may have to pay for some of the contests but they could be worth it if you end up selling your screenplay. Get your sunglasses ready because the glare from the Hollywood sign […]
Tag Archives: Freelance Writing
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 […]
Increase Sales and Web Traffic with Target=”_Blank”
I have a pet peeve about blogs/websites — sometimes the HTML code target=”_blank” which opens a link in another web browser is not used. If you’re not utilizing this code, you could be sabotaging your website and business. Implementing the code is easy and will help readers and potential clients […]
How Useful are Teleseminars?
I used to frequently sign up for teleseminars but I’ve become disillusioned with them for many reasons. First, most of them are usually sales/marketing platforms disguised as helpful information. I have no problem with this except that I find out about it when I call. My time is valuable to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]