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By: Violette

Violette — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 02:26:00 +0000

I’m having too much fun. I’m at the early stages, having only been freelancing for six months and have transitioned more recently to blogging when I didn’t have work.

I’ve found it great in that, you can really write about your niche and have fun. Whether you want to be the witty person, or spiritual guru, you can take something and run with it.

I still don’t mind the ghostwriting and helping people achieve their goals either. I’ve been quite pleased with the freelance community in meeting very helpful people and it is natural to want to give back to others.

By: wilhb81

wilhb81 — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 17:32:06 +0000

As a freelance for over 3 years, is been a remarkable experience to me. I’m did enjoyed every piece of my works, most of the time I’m wrote what I’m want instead of what I’m can’t…

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By: Kari

Kari — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 16:03:45 +0000

James, I agree with what you said about learning something new and increasing your portfolio with each new project. I think that’s what I’m enjoying most about freelancing so far. I’ve just ventured into freelancing after over 7 years in full-time marketing jobs, and I really like learning and writing about new, constantly changing topics instead of one topic day in and day out. It’s a breath of fresh air for me!

By: Deb

Deb — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 15:35:18 +0000

Writing is a joy, that’s for sure, but sometimes projects come along that I dread. I don’t take those projects anymore – but there were times that I had no choice.

I remember the last straw – the one that broke the camel’s back and sent me to full time blogging. I had to write a series of kitchen renovation articles around key phrases such as “find cheap refrigerator” and “find cheap kitchen cabinet”. I told my editor certain phrases aren’t being googled because the web surfer wants and article – he wants to know where to find a cheap refrigerator.

Sure, I know a good writer can make these phrases work, but at that point I was so burned out by all of the keywords and the “I need 50 articles per month” crowd that I was happy to give it all up to blog full time.

I realize not everyone has the luxury of being choosy, but boy is it rewarding to reach that point!

By: Maria E.

Maria E. — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 14:35:54 +0000

I’m pretty lucky because all but one of my regular assignments are challenging and really make me stretch my writing muscle. I find that I look forward to working even though I have to put in very long hours to complete these assignments.

This is extremely important because I don’t have the luxury of being choosy about assignments because I support a family on what I earn. I will say this, as I have gained more recognition for my work, I have been offered better assignments; and believe me, I never forget how lucky I am that I am at that point in my career as a freelance journalist.

By: Nikki

Nikki — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 12:36:16 +0000

I have to agree with the overwhelming majority that I love the writing process. I’ve already started applying the tips Deb suggested to keep the process from dragging me down.

I’m becoming more selective in the projects I take so that I only take on what appeals to me. When I don’t have that luxury, then I at least try to get it wrapped up quickly so I can get back to what I enjoy.

Overall, yes I am having fun. The writing is what brought me here because I love doing it but I admit that the perks are what is helping to keep me around.