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Networking Tips for Freelancers
Networking tips for you: the person who would rather endure a root canal than speak to a stranger at a cocktail party. creativefreelancerblog.com/writers/networking-tips-for-freelancers/">Continue reading
Tue, 15 May 2012 13:46:04 GMT | Tagged: WritersGuest Blogging and the Unexpected
Copywriter, Tom Tumbusch, on the opportunities that have come his way as a result of being a "guest blogger" on the Creative Freelancer Blog. creativefreelancerblog.com/writers/guest-blogging-and-the-unexpected/">Continue reading
Mon, 09 Apr 2012 10:23:41 GMT | Tagged: WritersWhat do you need to be a "greenlancer?"
In this first of several posts on “greenlancing,” Tom Tumbusch shares what he learned about getting started with a focus on sustainability. creativefreelancerblog.com/writers/what-do-you-need-to-be-a-greenlancer/">Continue reading
Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:03:01 GMT | Tagged: WritersEnthusiastic prospects = clients?
Have you been burned by an excited prospect who you just couldn't close the deal on? If so, share your story for an article in progress. creativefreelancerblog.com/designers/enthusiastic-prospects-clients/">Continue reading
Sun, 25 Mar 2012 14:04:27 GMT | Tagged: WritersCFC 2012: What is a wealthy freelancer?
You may have noticed by now that, as the 5th Annual Creative Freelancer Conference approaches (June 21-22 in Boston -- early bird deadline is March 30!), we’ve been interviewing our speakers so you can get a taste of what they'll be …
Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:06:36 GMT | Tagged: WritersFeel like wallowing? Try this instead...
Web copywriter and CFC-veteran, Deidre Rienzo, tells of how she started to feel sorry for herself, then got a grip instead. creativefreelancerblog.com/writers/feel-like-wallowing-try-this-instead/">Continue reading
Mon, 19 Mar 2012 12:26:01 GMT | Tagged: WritersFire Your Most Difficult Client
Need to find the nerve to fire your most difficult client? Creative freelancer, Alisa Bonsignore, shares what it took for her. creativefreelancerblog.com/writers/fire-your-most-difficult-client/">Continue reading
Wed, 14 Mar 2012 11:56:19 GMT | Tagged: WritersMarketing Monday: An Unexpected Mentor
Copywriter, Henry Alpert, shares a story of how his ongoing marketing efforts have brought him something perhaps more valuable than an actual client. creativefreelancerblog.com/writers/marketing-monday-an-unexpected-mentor/">Continue r
Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:35:40 GMT | Tagged: WritersDamn … I missed the red flags. Now what?
Veteran CFC-er and copywriter, Deidre Rienzo, shares a client horror story about red flags ignored. What would you have done? creativefreelancerblog.com/writers/damn-%e2%80%a6-i-missed-the-red-flags-now-what/">Continue reading
Sun, 26 Feb 2012 23:17:38 GMT | Tagged: WritersHow (and why) to publish an e-newsletter that works
Copywriter, Tom Tombusch, gets a lot of work thanks to his email newsletter. Here's how. creativefreelancerblog.com/designers/how-and-why-to-publish-an-e-newsletter-that-works/">Continue reading
Tue, 28 Feb 2012 15:53:22 GMT | Tagged: WritersGet Out
You should go to Costco right now. Yes, I know you think I’m crazy. Why would you drop everything and go to Costco in the middle of the day? creativefreelancerblog.com/writers/get-out/">Continue reading
Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:50:55 GMT | Tagged: WritersMarketing Monday: What's Your Content Strategy?
This week's marketing project is to determine your "content strategy." Because with all the social media and publishing platforms available to market your business, we have all essentially become "publishers," creating marketing "content" that will conve
Mon, 08 Aug 2011 14:05:32 GMT | Tagged: WritersCFC: Using Social Media as a Business Tool
Creatives ask and answer 3 basic questions: 1. Do I need social media? 2. How do I educate myself on the various social media platforms? 3. How much time should I commit? creativefreelancerblog.com/designers/cfc-using-social-media-as-
Wed, 27 Jul 2011 11:15:42 GMT | Tagged: WritersCFC - What a ride!
Two days of amazing speakers, motivation, advice, information, tips, tricks, and networking. I could fill 2 pages with the fantastic quotes I wrote down from the likes of Luke Mysse, Von Glitschka, Steve Gordon, and Dyana Valentine. c
Tue, 05 Jul 2011 14:35:34 GMT | Tagged: WritersCFC: Marketing Resources for Freelancers
From the 2011 Creative Freelancer Conference, beginning and advanced marketing resources. creativefreelancerblog.com/designers/cfc-marketing-resources-for-freelancers/">Continue reading
Wed, 06 Jul 2011 13:26:21 GMT | Tagged: WritersWhat Are You Reading?
Here are a few of the books that I’ve plowed through since early December. Before you gasp at the length of the list (particularly since it includes a massive Stephen King title), remember that I did take a two-week vacation at the end of last year.
Mon, 27 Jun 2011 11:59:40 GMT | Tagged: Writers2 Arguments for Hiring a Copywriter
Having good copy is as important as having good design. It’s something that we as designers should bring to the table when we can because it shows we are more than just pixel pushers. We are helping the client grow their business and that makes us harder
Tue, 21 Jun 2011 11:12:42 GMT | Tagged: WritersVacationing as a Freelancer
I interviewed Bryn Mooth at Week 5 as a freelance writer to see how she’s coming along. She had scheduled a vacation for the end of her first month, and here's what she said about the difference between vacationing as a freelancer and vacationing as an e
Mon, 20 Jun 2011 11:33:52 GMT | Tagged: WritersQuick Tip: Old-Fashioned Invoice Tracking
Whenever my check comes in, I staple the check stubs or EFT confirmation emails onto the paper invoices. It’s my sanity check and paper backup of every invoice I’ve ever submitted. At the end of the year, I stuff them into a large envelope and toss them i
Tue, 14 Jun 2011 11:12:06 GMT | Tagged: WritersHave You Rated Your Clients Yet?
The Client Scorecard from Freelancers Union allows you to rate companies—good and bad—as well as check out potential clients before accepting a gig. creativefreelancerblog.com/designers/have-you-rated-your-clients-yet/">Continue readi
Wed, 15 Jun 2011 11:20:15 GMT | Tagged: WritersWhere do you do your thinking?
I do my best thinking at the long end of the leash. For some people, it’s in the shower, or during the commute, or while they’re dreaming. I’ve always had mental breakthroughs when I’m out for a walk with the dog. creativefreelancerblo
Thu, 02 Jun 2011 10:30:39 GMT | Tagged: WritersTaking the “labor” out of collaboration (part 1)
"Collaboration" literally means "to work together." Two or more people combining their efforts toward a common goal. It happens at all stages in the development of a web site project — conceptualization, site architecture, user experience (UX) design, wir
Fri, 03 Jun 2011 10:41:58 GMT | Tagged: WritersHow to get “paid” for volunteering (part 2)
In Part 1 last week, Laurel talked about how to choose which projects to do "pro bono" and how to do them in a professional manner. In part 2, she talks about how to train a non-profit to be a good client, and answers some questions from last week's comm
Tue, 31 May 2011 11:44:56 GMT | Tagged: WritersAre you having trouble getting paid?
If you're having trouble getting paid, you're not alone. And lucky for you, your union is doing something about it. creativefreelancerblog.com/designers/are-you-having-trouble-getting-paid/">Continue reading
Wed, 01 Jun 2011 11:10:49 GMT | Tagged: WritersNon-stop networking on Day 2 of CFC
one of the treats we have in store is that all CFC attendees get to also attend the beginning of the HOW Design Conference, which includes The Networking Reception, The Opening Keynote and the Opening Reception (more networking!). crea
Thu, 26 May 2011 14:30:32 GMT | Tagged: WritersYou Will Not Be Alone at CFC
Last year was my first Creative Freelancer Conference (in Denver)—and the only person I knew was Ilise. I was nervous because although I consider myself to be a people-person, I can get nervous in big groups. I pictured a big group of strangers all lookin
Thu, 26 May 2011 14:45:18 GMT | Tagged: Writers…and on June 24 at CFC…
I am counting down…and one month from today (June 24) is Day 2 of the Creative Freelancer Conference in Chicago. Here’s what we’ll be doing… After a good night’s sleep, a bunch of us will get up bright and early …
Tue, 24 May 2011 12:40:43 GMT | Tagged: Writers…more on June 24 at CFC
After Breakfast Roundtables, we'll break into 2 tracks for the morning -- a request from last year's attendees. In the Beginner Track, Intro to Marketing for Freelancers (that's my session on how to create a basic Marketing Machine), followed by Basic
Wed, 25 May 2011 12:46:45 GMT | Tagged: WritersWill you be there on June 23?
Exactly one month from today -- on June 23 -- we will kick off the 4th Annual Creative Freelancer Conference in Chicago. Here's what we have in store on Day 1. creativefreelancerblog.com/designers/cfc-countdown-1-month-away/">Continue
Mon, 23 May 2011 10:53:45 GMT | Tagged: WritersHow to Get “Paid” for Volunteering (part 1)
There are two things to consider in choosing how to volunteer. One, of course, is to pick a cause that reflects your personal values. The other consideration is strategic.... creativefreelancerblog.com/designers/how-to-get-%e2%80%9cpa
Fri, 20 May 2011 12:15:30 GMT | Tagged: WritersMarketing Monday: Competitors = Referral sources?
So here's the question for Marketing Monday: which of your so-called "competitors" could you see differently and develop a mutually beneficial relationship with? creativefreelancerblog.com/designers/marketing-monday-competitors-referr
Mon, 16 May 2011 12:20:10 GMT | Tagged: WritersBryn's first week as a freelancer
Last Monday, May 2, Bryn Mooth embarked on a journey as a freelance writer (Writes4food.com), after a 20-year career in publishing (as the editor of HOW Magazine). One week later, I interviewed her to see what the first week was …
Wed, 11 May 2011 13:35:19 GMT | Tagged: WritersTips for “Old Designers”
A recent blog post from Laurel Black, Too Old To Be A Designer, generated an avalanche of comments which clearly struck a nerve. Amongst the comments were lots of tips and suggestions. Here are a few from Laurel's round up of the comments:
Mon, 09 May 2011 13:05:21 GMT | Tagged: WritersDoes your business have signs of new growth?
As I walked around my Chicago neighborhood on a warm May day, I saw many signs of new growth in the trees. After a long snowy winter it was a welcome sight. Spring had finally arrived and with it, new … creativefreelancerblog.com
Tue, 10 May 2011 14:56:15 GMT | Tagged: WritersLove Letter to Freshbooks
I hope this isn’t too forward, but I am in love with you. You make my heart flutter. You bring me so much joy, save me hours of aggravation, and allow me to be organized. You have smoothed my once rocky relationship with money, and you’ve made running my
Fri, 06 May 2011 12:33:06 GMT | Tagged: Writers
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