by Alyssa | Apr 19, 2021 | The Fix (Freelancing Mini-Posts)
This is not legal advice. These are observations based on my time as a freelancer and what I think about contracts for freelancers. Contracts. Does anyone, except lawyers, want to deal with these docs? They can be complex, but they’re absolutely necessary. Here...
by Alyssa | Apr 12, 2021 | Freelance Writing, Freelancing For Beginners
Getting paid to write is something that many people dream about. Who wouldn’t want to make money writing about things that they love? *types into Google: How to be a freelance writer* A lot of us have been there, myself included. Unfortunately, while...
by Alyssa | Mar 29, 2021 | The Fix (Freelancing Mini-Posts)
Using LinkedIn can put you on the right path to uncovering new freelance opportunities. But if you do it the wrong way? You can ruin your reputation as a service provider. Here’s the good news… Leveraging LinkedIn is easier than you might believe. ...
by Alyssa | Mar 22, 2021 | The Fix (Freelancing Mini-Posts)
Working on a freelance pitch? Here are three simple ways to make it better than your competitors—fast. 1. Personalize In a sea of pitches that start with generic greetings & opening lines, you’ll stand out if you take a few minutes to customize. Find...
by Alyssa | Feb 17, 2021 | Business Advice
Trying to figure out how to write a pitch makes many freelancers…queasy. How do you know who to pitch? What do you say? What do you do in the face of rejection? If any of those questions cross your mind when you think about this form of marketing, you’re...