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Dear WordCount: How do I break into freelance writing?
This installment of the Dear WordCount advice column looks at how a true beginner can get started in the writing business.
This is not how it was supposed to be
I’ve looked at clouds from both sides now and frankly, I’d rather have sun. I’m speaking metaphorically of course. Read on to see what I’m really talking about.
How to build the freelance writing career you want
When you’re just starting out as a freelancer, it’s easy to fall into the habit of taking every assignment that comes your way. But if you stay in the business long enough, you realize that to be really happy in your work you’ve got to take control over what you do. Different writers will pursue […]
Best of WordCount: Career development for freelancers
WordCount is taking a break this week while I’m on vacation, so I’m rerunning some of WordCount’s most popular posts ever on a variety of topics. Today: Career development for freelancers Freelancers’ strategies for prospering in bad times – Suggestions from established freelancers with a variety of backgrounds and business plans, including tips for maintaining […]