Author Guy Lawson talks freelancing in the U.S.
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Guy Lawson says he’s “finally now ready to be a writer.” It sounds strange coming from a man who’s been published by Harper’s magazine and has been on contract with GQ and…
The Born Freelancer finds a cell plan to fit their budget
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This series by The Born Freelancer shares personal experiences and thoughts on issues relevant to freelancers. Please add to the conversation in the comments section. One of the hardest things…
The Born Freelancer on casting aside doubt
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This series of posts by the Born Freelancer shares personal experiences and thoughts on issues relevant to freelancers. Have something to add to the conversation? Your input is welcome in…
Advice from Canadian journalists on crafting the “perfect pitch”
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Besides being the kind that gets you a “yes” from an editor, what makes a pitch good? An original angle, a custom-tailored scope, timely, articulate, well-researched: all very important characteristics….
New York State considers legislation to help freelancers with deadbeat clients
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When an unpaid invoice is gathering dust, and numerous emails, phone calls, threatening letters and even “F*ck you. Pay me” hasn’t worked, where is a jilted freelancer to turn? Our…
Domestic bliss? The Born Freelancer on the merits (and pitfalls) of working at home
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This series of posts by the Born Freelancer shares personal experiences and thoughts on issues relevant to freelancers. Have something to add to the conversation? Your input is welcome in…
Time to file: The Born Freelancer on taxing matters
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This series of posts by the Born Freelancer will share personal experiences and thoughts on issues relevant to freelancers. Have something to add to the conversation? Your input is welcome…
Seeking space: The Born Freelancer’s tips on finding an out-of-home office
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This series of posts by the Born Freelancer shares personal experiences and thoughts on issues relevant to freelancers. Have something to add to the conversation? Your input is welcome in…
A room of your own: The Born Freelancer on the merits of out-of-home offices
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This series of posts by the Born Freelancer shares personal experiences and thoughts on issues relevant to freelancers. Have something to add to the conversation? Your input is welcome in…
Working from home, a survival guide
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Being a freelancer means working from home, in between stints at coffee shops or the odd brief occupation of a client’s office. For many who’ve never tried it, working from…