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Freelancing: It’s Not Enough to Love the Writing

By on February 21st, 2013

If you’re anything like me, you love to write. If you didn’t, you probably wouldn’t have chosen a career in freelance writing. But it’s not enough to love the writing. You also have to love the work. No freelance writing business will succeed on writing alone. You have to network, market your services, maintain a website or portfolio, and handle basic administrative and financial tasks on a regular basis. Fortunately you don’t have to let those other work-related tasks hold you down, pulling you away from the writing you love so much. Balancing Writing and Running Your Business The real key is …

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Ongama Mtimka: Commercial Writer and Blogger

By on February 2nd, 2011

Name: Ongama Mtimka Website: writeall.yolasites.com Specialty: Business, politics, economy, and inance Rates: 0.30p er word I have extensive experience in writing with three gained in grassroots community print and broadcast media while five was gained working in the marketing and communication field in the private and public sector. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Journalism & Media Studies and Political Studies from Rhodes University, South Africa. I also hold a masters degree in South African Politics and Political Economy. I am a very good well-published writer who is quite “at home” in a number of subjects. I have very strong …

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5 Ways to Prevent Cash Flow Clogs

By on March 1st, 2010

Slow paying clients are a PITA and the wallet. Fortunately, all of my current clients pay promptly, but I have had clients who were slow to follow up on invoices. It’s annoying when your bills are coming due in a few days. It’s infuriating when your bills were due last week. It’s critical to keep the money coming in on a steady basis and to be paid for your work when it’s complete. Here are some ways to keep your cash flowing easily. Take deposits. Requiring a 50% deposit isn’t necessarily about a lack of trust in the client’s ability …

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The Freelancer’s Quick Guide to Accounting and Bookkeeping

By on October 26th, 2009

I know. It’s one of the last things you want to read about, but it’s one of the most crucial parts of freelance success. Don’t worry, you won’t read anything about cash flow statements, balance sheets, or profit/loss statements – they’re complete overkill for the average freelancer. Instead, I’m going to give you some easy-to-follow tips on managing your records throughout the month so it takes less work to figure out how much money you’ve made. Keep track of your invoices. If you’re not invoicing your clients, start now. An invoice is just a bill that says “you owe me …

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