Jena Kroeker 
I knew I should have paid attention to the sign — “Never Freelance Alone.” It was the year 2000, and I was training to do remote work using special software and technology. Students belonged to some sort of online freelance community, but I declined the invitation. I thought the group would distract me from my … Read more
Do you ever wish you could discover your ideal freelance career by following a yellow brick road? It seems like it would be such a simple process. If you’ve read the book or watched movie adaptations of The Wizard of Oz, you’ll remember how the main character, Dorothy, is instructed to “follow the yellow brick … Read more
What comes to mind when you hear the phrase “self-care plan”? I usually think of the times when I didn’t have a plan. In a previous blog post, “How to Avoid Burnout in Your Freelance Business,” we discuss strategies to prevent you from losing energy, productivity, and passion for the work you love. I envision … Read more
As the world spins unpredictably in 2021, you might be wondering how we can make freelance predictions for 2022. Many have faced serious challenges, but one thing remains clear — freelancers and virtual assistants have chosen a great industry that continues to flourish. As FreeU co-founder Craig Cannings says, “Freelancing has been a surprising blessing … Read more
In a time of uncertainty, how do you prepare your business for a great year? It may sound like an oxymoron. And it may even sound crass, especially if you’ve suffered personal grief and professional hardship during the global pandemic. But when it comes to our freelance businesses, this quote from Jimmy Dean provides the … Read more
Once upon a time, there was a freelancer who loved the ‘90s. She listened to ‘90s music, watched ‘90s television shows, and priced her freelance services like it was 1999… even though it was 2021. When asked why, she said she simply didn’t know how to raise her rates. Consequently, as time passed, her business … Read more
