I’m the special guest blogger today over at The Golden Pencil, a b5 Media blog for freelance writers that’s run by host Jenny Cromie, who recently took over the gig. My Q&A covers a variety of topics, including how I got into the freelance business, how the current economy is changing the freelance landscape and what new skills freelancers need to know in the age of digital media. Check it out here.
Michelle V. Rafter
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Hi Michelle:
I read your post this morning at ProBlogger and wanted to check you blog out. Excellent. Any advice you may have on blog promotion would be appreciated. Keep up the good work.
Mike Haltman
great links, thanks