10 ways to cut costs from your freelance writing business
Part 2 of this two-part series on running a more profitable freelance business looks at how to reduce operating costs so you keep more of your hard-earned cash.
10 ways to boost your freelance writing income in 2012
Part 1 of a 2-part series on running a more profitable freelance business spells out how to increase your writing income.
The freelancer’s Christmas wish list
Dear Santa: I’ve been nice all year. I turned in work on deadline….most of the time. I tracked down headshots when requested, did re-writes without complaining and always included source lists. So, if you’re wondering what to get me, here’s what’s on this freelancer’s Christmas wish list: 1. A new computer and monitor, and the [...]
Recommended reading for Sept. 2: The Freelance Surge
Freelancers Union founder Sara Horowitz on the rise of the indie working class, and other articles on writing and the media business from the past week.
Taxes for freelancers: why it pays to analyze your 2009 income
During tax season, analyze last year’s income to see what you did right and where you went wrong so this year you can repeat your victories and avoid your mistakes.
Survey says: WordCount readers want advice, links & issues
WordCount readers have spoken. At last count, close to 65 of you chimed in on a poll I put up earlier this week asking what you’d like to read more of on WordCount: Freelancing in the Digital Age. Close to a third (28 percent) said you’re most interested in seeing stories about running a freelance [...]
5 easy ways to add value to your freelance business
Right now the freelance market is crammed with laid off writers, editors and other creative types trying their hand at self employment. With so much supply, it’s important to stand out. One way to do that is by offering some added value to work you perform for existing and new clients. What’s added value? It’s [...]
When freelancing isn't enough – it's OK to have another job too
Freelance writers are nervous by nature. There’s so much that has to go right for us to make money. Editors have to like our pitches and manuscripts. Articles have to run. Accounting departments have to issue us checks and checks have to clear. When the economy goes south, we worry even more than usual, especially [...]
A year-end to-do list for freelancers
Before you know it, Christmas will be here, then New Year’s Eve and then it’s hello 2009. For freelance writers and other self-employed people, the end of the year isn’t just about office parties and getting the Christmas gifts bought and wrapped. It’s also time to take care of some major business housekeeping before the [...]
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