Men With Pens

AUGUST 12, 2010

What’s also cool are the 10 freelancer mistakes that follow – I bet most people are making at least one of them right now! Freelancers make all sorts of mistakes just to achieve success. The problem is that many freelancers don’t even know they’re making mistakes with their business – and most of them are avoidable.

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Smart Blogger

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

To see if you could stand working with technical documents day after day, here’s a document written in 2010. Freelance copywriters who can create great copy earn over six figures. Freelance copywriter Ruby Emery writes for the health and wellness niche. Since these jobs are so technical, some writers may find them boring.

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Jane Friedman

DECEMBER 6, 2022

After I started to take some freelance writing gigs, one of my clients approached me and asked me to write a leadership blog in support of the university’s online leadership degree programs. In my freelance work for the university, I started and grew a Twitter account, then started managing Facebook pages.

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 7, 2010

If you want to make a career of writing, should you look for a full-time job in a company or strike out on your own as a freelancer? I’ve done both and have come to the conclusion that freelancing is what I like best. Just because freelancing is best for me doesn’t mean it’s best for everyone. Good question.

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Men With Pens

APRIL 1, 2010

Getting your first clients as a new freelancer is a daunting challenge. You could try cold-calling (or cold-emailing), knocking on doors or praying to the freelancing fairies for some work, but there are some better techniques you can use that will be sure to get you clients in a hurry. Prerequisite: you have a website.

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Smart Blogger

MARCH 29, 2023

In addition to first-rate travel advice, Matt also shares excellent tips on how to become a freelance photographer and how to make money blogging. Adventurous Kate Kate McCulley has been a full-time traveler since 2010, and her blog Adventurous Kate is dedicated to teaching solo female travelers how to explore the world safely.

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Men With Pens

SEPTEMBER 2, 2010

Here’s how: If you’ve been involved with freelance writing, blogging, copywriting or marketing for more than, say, a day and a half, you’ve probably heard plenty about how speaking before an audience can boost your reputation, which helps you become a thought leader and an expert in your field of choice. You keep it simple.

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Men With Pens

FEBRUARY 9, 2010

The announcer impressed me in part because he managed a skill I think every freelancer should have: how to work with a team of headstrong individuals, all of whom have different talents, without anyone wanting to kill him at the end of the show. It’s a tough skill, and a lot of freelancers never get it.

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Men With Pens

JUNE 27, 2010

If you’re like many freelancers, you’re probably not sleeping well at all. We’re freelancers. The problem is that we freelancers all know healthy sleep habits are good for us. But many freelancers just don’t follow that oh-so-simple-and-sage advice. We’re supposed to be able to handle it.

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Men With Pens

FEBRUARY 28, 2010

Each day this week, I’m going to write about how you can get more money, better clients and the work you really love to do – all it takes is the magic words, and you’ll be enjoying a freelance business that really rocks. That shoemaker’s son has the same problem that many freelancers do – new and experienced both.

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Freelance Union

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Looking forward to Giving Tuesday on November 28 and a fundraising bash on December 1, executive director Rafael Espinal highlights how the Freelancers Union is helping to shape the future of work for everyone. Freelancing is more than a solitary endeavor—it's about being part of a lively community that transcends industries.

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Men With Pens

APRIL 8, 2010

Regardless if you are a freelance writer, a business executive, a graphic artist or if you are working a part-time job, you surely could use a bit of help in organizing your thoughts so that your days run more smoothly. Kobu April 9, 2010 at 5:30 am Evernote and Hiveminder should not be left out! We could all use more of that, eh!)

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Men With Pens

MARCH 4, 2010

You’ll be taking your freelance career to the next level in no time. The freelancer who thinks you’re awesome because you sent him some work? Building relationships with other freelancers – even the competition – is very handy to helping you improve your business. Remember Joe? So why aren’t you?

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Men With Pens

MARCH 3, 2010

You’ll be relaxing your way to a freelance business that lets you breathe and still pay the bills. There are a lot of freelancers who have trouble saying no (which you haven’t, you’ll note), and they tend to be people-pleasers that want others to like them and think they’re helpful. Ah, the rush job.

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Men With Pens

MARCH 1, 2010

You’ll be on your way to enjoying a freelance business that brings you more of what you want in no time. Many new freelancers fall into the common trap into of believing that taking on more work for less money is just as good as earning more money for less work. Sounds like a win to me. But you also have to enjoy the quiet.

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Neil Patel

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

If you’re uncomfortable with most of the work on your account being done by interns or freelancers, you may need to be more careful in your search. In 2018, Google rolled out 3,200 changes to its search algorithm, up from just 400 changes in 2010. Up-to-date education and training. Search is always changing.

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Men With Pens

MARCH 8, 2010

You may not think that your website, your blog, your freelance business, is something you need to think about in your last will and testament, but it is. Michal Kozak ( @michalkozak ) March 8, 2010 at 6:13 am Great article, makes you think about thisstuff. Are You A Buttoned-Up or Buttoned-Down Freelance Writer? Whoops sorry.

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Men With Pens

APRIL 25, 2010

Chris Mower ( @firesamurai ) April 25, 2010 at 12:14 pm I enjoy reading Dean’s blog. 5 Ways to Trim the Fat from Your Next Project Reply --Deb ( @__Deb ) April 25, 2010 at 12:43 pm Oh, this is just hilarious. Reply susan ( @susanfinch ) April 25, 2010 at 3:13 pm Thanks. Review of an Important Offer! That’s creepy.

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Men With Pens

MARCH 28, 2010

You Need a Good Business Fit First If you’re a freelancer, choosing to work with an expert who has never worked on the internet, has never worked with online businesses or who has never been exposed to the freelancing lifestyle is a big mistake. You shouldn’t have to explain how freelancers work.

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Men With Pens

JULY 4, 2010

Nabeel | Create Your First Website July 5, 2010 at 3:19 am Great advice and points James. Nabeel Reply Peter Shallard - The Shrink for Entrepreneurs ( @petershallard ) July 5, 2010 at 4:44 am Good advice – this is just the post I needed actually! Reply ThoreyO ( @thoreyo ) July 5, 2010 at 8:24 am Hi James, great post!

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Men With Pens

APRIL 6, 2010

Most freelancers have enough trouble scrapping together money for the rent without having to worry about paying another couple of tens of thousands. You’re a freelancer. Reply TravelinOma April 7, 2010 at 1:43 am This is a great article, and a reminder that getting a degree is just the start of a lifetime of education.

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Men With Pens

MARCH 16, 2010

Ulrich ( @maryeulrich ) March 17, 2010 at 8:25 am If the world is going to end today, make it quick–I’m scheduled to remove old wallpaper all day. Reply Giulietta Nardone ( @giuliettaspeaks ) March 17, 2010 at 9:55 am Try to stop the world from ending! Taylor, your thoughts made a difference. Thanks for the reminder.

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Men With Pens

JUNE 6, 2010

Peter Shallard - The Shrink for Entrepreneurs ( @petershallard ) June 7, 2010 at 1:15 am I’m gonna step in here and make a comment about what I think happened. That way all of us (your loyal readers) can keep benefiting for awesome posts Reply Sharon Hurley Hall ( @shurleyhall ) June 7, 2010 at 7:07 am I know exactly what you mean.

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Men With Pens

JUNE 30, 2010

Freelance writing requires you to take responsibility for yourself in a way that other jobs don’t. Your mind, like your body, must be trained to perform in certain ways, and a regimented schedule is a necessity when it comes to earning a living as a freelance writer. The result was some pretty good advice. Great post.

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Moz

MARCH 25, 2019

Changed title: “Hawaii Trips 2019/2010 | Book Now | [brand name]”. Hire freelancers: there is a lot of great talent you can scout on sites like Upwork to help you create a visually enticing piece. In my client's case, we’ve positively tested the following changes: Include the year in the title, which also signals freshness.

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Men With Pens

MAY 26, 2010

Wanderlusting ( @Wanderlustingkh ) May 27, 2010 at 1:13 am Great post. Totally off-topic, but anyway, glad to have found your blog Reply Martin - TheUniversityBlog ( @universityboy ) May 27, 2010 at 3:27 am I love the fact that anyone with an Internet connection is on an even playing field. If you want to write, you can write.

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Men With Pens

FEBRUARY 21, 2010

Frank ( @[link] ) February 22, 2010 at 4:27 am I think it’s really interesting to look back at copy that you have written. Reply Frank ( @[link] ) February 22, 2010 at 4:32 am Working on a website, I literally travel back in time and revisit places that I’ve visited and remember experiences that I’ve had.

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Men With Pens

MARCH 25, 2010

Vinay ( @vinayp10 ) March 26, 2010 at 2:58 am Great post. Reply Patricia ( @lokahiandquill ) March 26, 2010 at 5:52 am Good copy and good translations/adaptations have one common attribute: they have to be *fit for purpose*. Naming Your Bimbo Reply Ryan Cowles ( @MetacomCreative ) March 26, 2010 at 9:57 am Wow, Haha. Buy a book?

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 17, 2010

Melinda | SuperWAHM ( @superwahm1 ) January 18, 2010 at 2:17 am I don’t have that much direct competition. SuperWAHM EZ-Notes – Pre-Release Sale and Giveaway Reply Archan Mehta January 18, 2010 at 5:55 am James, Once again, this is an interesting post. Reply Phil Simon ( @philsimon ) January 18, 2010 at 8:08 am James Good post.

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Men With Pens

MARCH 11, 2010

Sometimes, the most effective way to be the best freelance writer for your client is to tell that person why you shouldn’t be hired for a specific job. Melinda | SuperWAHM ( @Superwahm1 ) March 12, 2010 at 5:39 am I’m not a writer, but I’m sitting here with my jaw hanging open. What a great idea. Thanks Rebecca!

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 10, 2010

A new freelancer hears that this guy is an expert. So he goes to the website and lo and behold, this expert claims he knows everything about freelancing. Michael Martine ( @remarkablogger ) January 11, 2010 at 1:34 am There’s another kind of “wrongness.&# But why would they doubt you? So our guy listens attentively.

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Men With Pens

AUGUST 4, 2010

And many freelance writers want to know how they can get their work right in the spotlight. As a freelance journalist, seeing my name in print was nothing new. I knew Forbes accepted blog posts from freelance writers, so I figured my odds were good. Copyright 2006 - 2010 30 Sous Zero Inc - All Rights Reserved.

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Men With Pens

APRIL 13, 2010

So what does all of this have to do with being an entrepreneur, a copywriter, or a freelancer? Maquis April 14, 2010 at 2:13 am I understand your points here, but honestly, I get more upset at the companies that have sold my information than the ones who bought it. For freelancers and entrepreneurs, I’m with you 100% on this.

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Men With Pens

JULY 18, 2010

Rebecca July 19, 2010 at 2:19 am I’ve never been an avid horse rider myself but I can easily see the comparisons you are making. Sidebar 1 Reply Nabeel | Create Your First Website July 19, 2010 at 3:52 am Great comparison with Equestrians! Rebecca´s last blog. I really liked all 4 comparisons and lessons. Yup, this is true.

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Men With Pens

APRIL 20, 2010

Chris Mower ( @firesamurai ) April 21, 2010 at 1:45 am Ha ha, loved the unicorn scenario. FaceBook changes – Privacy issues and Fanpages Reply Susan Allport ( @suelander_ ) April 21, 2010 at 5:17 am “Go unicorn!&# It’s a great post Reply Annabel April 21, 2010 at 7:20 am Yes. Thanks for yet another great post.

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Men With Pens

JUNE 23, 2010

Nabeel | Create Your First Website June 24, 2010 at 3:02 am “How often do you remember a blog post or a magazine article you read? Ulrich ( @maryeulrich ) June 24, 2010 at 6:49 am Yesterday I spent the day writing an academic paper. Reply poch June 24, 2010 at 7:13 am Right on Agent x. It has a strong effect on the mind.

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Men With Pens

MAY 11, 2010

Matthew : Big Red Tomato Company ( @Bigredtomato ) May 12, 2010 at 3:33 am Well, that’s an awful lot of awesomeness to deliver in a few short months and weeks! Wednesday Wisdom Reply Farnoosh ( @prolificliving ) May 12, 2010 at 5:43 am I can’t wait to see some of the new changes, designs and resources. Life is good.

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