As a freelance writer, a flexible schedule can help you enjoy your life as well as make money. A freelance writer has to manage making money versus enjoying life. This can be especially true if you line up a number of regular gigs. Regular gigs are nice because you can usually count on the money …
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I still struggle with asking for a high fee when setting freelance rates. I don’t mind accepting a high fee, but it’s hard to ask for one. If you are one of the dozens of people who read this blog, you know that I make a living as a professional blogger. And it’s not a …
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More freelancers and bloggers want to be seen as trusted resources. For many writers, that means trying to adhere to journalism ethics. But what does that mean when you’re offered a free trip? In the last few weeks, several fellow writers have approached me with some variation of the following: I’ve been offered a free …
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If you’re looking in the wrong places, you’ll have a hard time finding high paying freelance gigs. One of the most common questions I receive has to do with finding high paying freelance gigs. When I presented on the subject of getting and keeping high paying freelance gigs at FinCon15, one of my slides dealt …
We all want to land a high paying freelance gig or two (or three). But how do you know if that gig is truly worth your time and effort? At FinCon15, I offered a short presentation on how to get paid more for freelance writing. Many writers are interested in this topic because many of …
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If you aren’t getting something you want, don’t assume you just can’t have it. You can ask for a higher freelance rate. Even though I’ve been freelancing for more than 10 years, it’s still difficult for me to ask for a higher freelance rate. Over time, I’ve become better at getting paid more, but I …
