During uncertain times, one thing is certain — the importance of creating multiple streams of income for your freelance business. In a previous Freelance University blog post, we discussed the challenge of maintaining a consistent income throughout the year. For example, projects may be inconsistent or technology may change, causing services to become obsolete. […]
Think writers can’t make a good living? It’s a common misconception. True, writers who focus on creative forms — novels, essays and other projects that don’t come with an advance payment — may have trouble making ends meet. But for those of us who can transform ourselves into content-producing machines, crafting targeted messaging for […]
Have you ever sat down at your computer completely exhausted … and you haven’t even turned it on yet? When you reach this point, you’re facing an important challenge — to avoid burnout in your freelance business. In this post, we’ll share strategies to help you conquer burnout now and prevent it in the […]
Some of the most talented creators I know totally miss the mark with most of their content. That’s because most of us never learn what goes into creating compelling content an audience actually likes. We hone our craft and learn things like color theory or grammar rules — but no one bothers to teach us […]
“Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity and change.” I don’t think Brené Brown’s words could ring any more true than in 2020. It has been a year of great uncertainty and vulnerability but also a fertile ground for growth, innovation, and new opportunities. So, what did you learn from 2020? I personally have learned […]
If I asked you, “How’s Your Grit These Days”, what would you say? When I use the word Grit, I am referring to your resilience and perseverance to withstand hardship and failure in business (and life). Some feel they don’t have grit. Some compare themselves to others who seem naturally gritty and wish they could […]
