Expanding your freelance portfolio
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By Sandra Phinney I’ll never forget the day I announced to my husband, “Barrie, I’m going to be a freelance writer.” The look on his face was priceless. You see,…
Advice on finding work and selling your skills from the Beyond Journalism panel
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by Jennifer D’Agostino Last week freelance journalists came together at the Page One café to discuss life beyond journalism. The event, put on by CWA Canada and CMG Freelance, saw panelists discuss…
Follow the Money: How to Find Clients & Structure Deals for Freelance Success
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by Miranda Miller Ah, the freelance life… lazing on the beach, trying not to tip the hammock as you reach for that one last piña colada you’ll allow yourself before…
Are you keeping in touch with clients?
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by Sue Horner The client put my business card on his desk. He had held onto it since 2003, after we had worked together on a safety newsletter. That’s right,…
7 Must-Have Social Media Tools for Freelance Writers
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by Miranda Miller In my column on growing your freelance business in 2015, one of my “must-haves” for you this year was a beefed-up social media presence. So… how’s…
In a freelance slump? Here’s how to dig out
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by Sue Horner The independent life has its ups and downs, but in 24 years, I have never hit a slump like the one I’m in now. It’s quiet. TOO…
The Cost of Saying Yes to Every Gig
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How turning down projects can help you build your freelance writing business. by Miranda Miller Opportunity cost dictates that even when you make the best choice possible, you lose…
Growing Your Freelance Writing Business: 4 Must-Haves for 2015
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by Miranda Miller Treating your writing business like a business means getting the supports and resources in place to help you to flourish. We write because we love to write;…
www.you.com… Working your Freelance Website
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by Rebecca Hass Of all the things you put time and money into as a freelancer, a website is one of the most important self-marketing tools at your disposal….
The Born Freelancer on Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation — Part 2
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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 the comments. Several…