I got the call yesterday to pick up my sick child from school and he’s home with me again today. My productivity went down to 50% with just one phone call. Wherever you are today, I hope your day is productive and positive. Your Daily Lists Enjoy your daily lists. New around the Freelance Writing Jobs network Client vs. Employer: There’s a Difference Feed Your Head: Why Freelance Writers Must Continue to Learn Freelance Writing: The Lazy Need Not Apply Twitter: Don’t Take it Too Seriously (Bite your tongue, Missy!!! – Deb) Recommended Reading from around the blogosphere Why Positive [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for January 11, 2009
January 11, 2010. 5 Comments
I hope you all had a good weekend? Mine was relaxed. It’s clean slate Monday. What will you do to make a positive start? Your Daily Lists: Enjoy… New around the Freelance Writing Jobs network Profitable Niche Blogging? Absolutely! 3 Hints for Giving Value with Your Writing The Freelance Switch Rate Calculator Demand Studios Donates 16,072 Books to Needy Children When Your Freelance Writing Business Gets Audited – What to Expect 5 Days, 5 Ways to Enhance Your Writing Skills Blogging Rules You Should Follow and Rules You Can Break Recommended reading from around the blogosphere Are You Getting Dangerous [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for January 6, 2010
January 6, 2010. 19 Comments
I heard on the news today New Jersey is experiecing our coldest snap since 1985. Now, I don’t know if this is true or not, but I can tell you it’s very cold. It had me thinking of when I used to have to walk five block to the subway and commute into Manhattan from Queens. It was no fun going to work on those cold days, let me tell you. I’m happy to be home and working where it’s warm and dry. There are aspects I miss from my cube dwelling days, the commute isn’t one of them. I [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for December 29, 2009
December 29, 2009. 4 Comments
Enjoy your daily lists. New Around the Network Deb’s note: Sorry, I’ve been remiss. I have been away from my laptop for a few days and have no updates to the homepage. Look forward to more good stuff today. Meanwhile the rest of the FWJ team has been keeping busy: A Rate You Can Live With Brainstorming Techniques #1 No Jargon Allowed: Keep it Simple When Applying for a Writing Gig The Rate Question: Is That the Best You Can Do? I Want This Gig Recommended Reading: Who Are You? Fundamental Mistakes on Writer’s Websites at Angela Booth’s Fab Freelance [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for Tuesday, December 22, 2009
December 22, 2009. 5 Comments
Your Daily Lists New around the Freelance Writing Jobs Network: Online Image Vs Offline Image: Are You One in the Same? Freelance Writing: The Early Years Preserving Your Web Reputation Quotation Marks Revisited Recommended Reading: While the Iron is Hot at Chris Brogan How to Brainstorm Ideas for Your Blog at CopyBlogger Word Inflation or Natural Syntax at Daily Writing Tips Best of 2009 in the Writing Industry at Fuel Your Writing How to Find Your Voice as a Blogger at Write to Done Leads… Content Writing Jobs West Coast Surf Writer – Part Time and Contract (Florida) Site Writer [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for December 16, 2009
December 16, 2009. 3 Comments
Our good friend Jodee Redmond begin_of_the_skype_highlighting end_of_the_skype_highlighting has agreed to do leads until the end of the year. Thanks to Jodee for her help in getting these to you! New around the network: How to Write a Press Release Part 3: Distribution Tax Tips for Writers: When a Writer Needs to Hire a CPA Don’t Wait Until January 1st to Plan Your Freelance Writing Strategy for 2010 Let’s Get to the Action: Verbs Recommended Reading: Seven Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Outsource at Freelance Folder 9 Tips for Tracking Project Expenses at Freelance Switch Think You Know Entrepreneurs? Think Again [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for December 15, 2009
December 15, 2009. 6 Comments
New around the network: Introducing Yourself As a Freelance Writer Without Sounding Like a Smarmy Salesman Do Male Bloggers Receive More Respect? How to Write a Press Release Part 3: Distribution Freelance Writing Branding that Sells Getting Started As a ProBlogger Gifts for Writers With a Sense of Humor Recommended Reading: Prospecting for Blog Post Ideas at the Blog Herald Write Better Blog Posts at Chris Brogan A Cigarette Butt is One Thing at Daily Writing Tips 15 Sites for Learning and Mastering SEO at Freelance Folder How to Find Time to Write While Traveling at Write to Done Leads… [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for December 14, 2009
December 13, 2009. 4 Comments
I’m attempting to compile these lists on Sunday again as there’s still so much to be done. This time of the year is very hectic, but very exciting, isn’t it. So much to do, so much to see and so much to learn. Here’s what’s new around the network: The Freelance Writing Jobs Top Posts of 2009 On Negative Publicity and Doing Damage Control: To React or Not React Another Web Content Post: What They’re Saying, What’s True and What’s False 3 Tips for Making a Positive Start in 2010 5 Best Article Writing Posts of 2009 Troll Issues vs. [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for December 10, 2009
December 10, 2009. 2 Comments
A little less hectic today. I may even try and get out and do some holiday shopping. New around the network: On Endorsements, Sponsored Posts, Advertising and Trust The Basic Elements of a Press Release Who is Making a Living as a Blogger? 10 Jobs Worse Than Freelance Writer Link Love: Read these terrific posts from around the freelance writing community and don’t forget to participate in their discussions: What a Best Selling Author Can Teach You About Hooking Your Writers at CopyBlogger Letter Writing 101 at Daily Writing Tips Freelancing in 140 Days: Smally Daily Tasks that Pay Off [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for October 21, 2009
October 21, 2009. 9 Comments
Lordy, it was chilly this morning. After spending the past week in Las Vegas, the frost on the pumpkin was a rude awakening. I’m not a cold weather person, but this time of the year is so pretty. Please excuse the brief kumbaya, but I’m feeling especially blessed today. It’s a beautiful day, the world outside my window is alive with color, I’m self sufficient, and I have an amazing support group. I have a couple of announcements to make this morning and I feel so good about bringing them to you. The first is about me giving back, and [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for October 5, 2009
October 5, 2009. 21 Comments
It’s Monday, the beginning of a new week and a clean slate. Hope it’s a good start for you. I want to congratulate a friend of FWJ, Sandy Mitchel, on publishing her second book. Sandy has been a member of this community for years and we worked many of the same places. It’s a treat to be able to witness Sandy’s success. Check out “Cleveland’s Slavic Village” and support a long time member of the FWJ community. Here’s what’s new around the network: Is Writer’s Block an Excuse for Procrastination? 8 Places to Network Offline Weekend News and Awesomeness Winning [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for September 29, 2009
September 29, 2009. 4 Comments
I spent most of yesterday trying to get into a gmail account which, for some reason, wouldn’t allow me in. Frustration. Thanks for your patience, by the way. I’m still catching up from my trip and there are a lot of leads to go through. I’m sure I’ll be posting earlier as my workload gets back to normal. Some news: If you’ve been considering attending the Copywriting Success Summit, please note October 1 is the last day you can take advantage of the $100 discount. After that all tickets will be full price. Here’s my original post regarding the summit, [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for August 4, 2009
August 4, 2009. 6 Comments
A couple of years ago there was much drama over a scammy company called Laray Carr. This company ripped off writers and designers and led to a full scale FBI investigation. Well, it appears the people behind Laray Carr are back again, under the name Niche Age Media. I won’t rehash all the sordid details here, espcially when Victoria Strauss just did so at Writers Beware and tells the tale so well, but I will ask you to check out these former posts here and at Writer’s Beware so you don’t fall victim to these scammy people. Writer’s Beware: Laray [Read more…]
Write for Bible Study Magazine
April 10, 2009. 2 Comments
It looks like I forgot my contact info in the version I just sent. Here is the final version: Bible Study Magazine is a bi-monthly publication with over 10,000 subscribers, recently called by Library Journal a “serious, clearly written popular magazine.” We cover Bible study art, science, and practice for a non-denominational audience. We’re looking for a direct, informative and engaging writing style—as simple as possible but as technical as necessary. All our stories have a compelling hook, a clear lede, and a progression that engages the reader. We want great writers who are excited about Bible study. We pay [Read more…]
