Are you committing the “7 Deadly Sins of a Freelance Writer?” This is something you should never do if you want to be a prosperous freelance writer. By committing these deadly sins, you condemn yourself to a lifetime of damnation! You can avoid this is you know the deadly sins […]
Tag Archives: Networking
New Blog Series: The Bottom Line with Rebecca
I’m starting a ‘new blog series’ called The Bottom Line with Rebecca. I’m a ‘big picture’ person who doesn’t like to get caught up in the details. Not that details aren’t important but if you spend a lot time on them, you could get lost. I like when people get […]
Do You Have a Blog for Your Author Website?
If you don’t know what a blog is then you must not be ready to embrace technology. A blog is short for web log. It started out as an online diary; however, businesses, artists, musicians, and professionals began to implement it as part of their marketing strategy. If you have […]
How to Get Started in Freelance and Eulogy Writing
I received an email from Christina who wanted more information on freelance writing, specifically eulogy writing. She writes: Hi Amandah- I found your site on a google search and I am hoping you could provide some insight for me on your line of work, particularly in regards to eulogy writing. […]
Freelance Artists and Designers Use a Website to Promote Your Work
I was looking for an illustrator for my client and was surprised that some of the illustrators didn’t have a website. You don’t have to be a web designer to have a basic website. You can use WordPress, Blogger, Yahoo Business, Weebly, or some other platform. A website is a […]
Freelance Writers Be Professional within LinkedIn Groups
Oh boy! Sometimes I question the level of professionalism of freelance writers. I also question how ‘in touch’ with reality some of them are. Perhaps it’s a generational difference but I’m discovering that some writers in writing groups on LinkedIn are bitter and pessimistic. These are people I prefer not […]
Freelance Writers: What Are Your Goals for 2011?
The New Year is approaching like a speeding bullet — will you be ready for it? Now is the time to evaluate your goals for 2011. Freelance writers who don’t have goals won’t have a plan of action to make 2011 better than 2010 and previous years. If you’re beginning […]