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Diary of A Mad Freelancer : Dude, Your Website Needs a Blog

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:00:55 +0000

While I certainly understand the arguement for having a blog, I think there are exceptions to this rule. I was discussing the idea the other day with a fellow freelancer who currently doesn't have one. She also doesn't write much for "clients"–she is mostly interested in write for magazines. So she has a blog, and she has a website, but the blog has nothing to do with writer, per say. And I think that's okay, because it illustrates that she can write, should a magazine editor want to know, and her portfolio speaks for itself. I think the key to deciding IF you need a blog is considering who your customer is and what information they want/need. My recent post Lend a Hand

The Bitch Blog : Dear Ms. Bitch: Three’s Company

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 20:25:46 +0000

Um, yeah. My roommate and I have this problem with HER boyfriend. UGH. Fortunately it's not every week... but there are def. weeks where he spends more time at our house than at his. And one day this week (they are teachers and are on spring break) he was there for a WHOLE DAY while she wasn't; not only that, but she wasn't coming home that night. WEIRD.

http://freefreelancewritingtips.blogspot.com/ : Web Content Writing vs. Journalism

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 17:36:10 +0000

I think there are other differences too - Investigative journalism is about searching out the facts for a piece; not writing a report based on existing information, but finding first person accounts. It's about a style too -- investigative writing involved a pyramid style: lead, 5 w's, less important stuff at the bottom... on the web, if you write that way chances are people won't finish reading your blog post.

Natalia Sylvester : 3 Things (I Think) I Did Right During the Agent Querying Process

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 22:12:46 +0000

You also mentioned in your first post on finding an agent that you'd found specific people who you felt would be a good match. I think that's important. Doing the research not just into the overall publishing industry but into the differences between agents, is often overlooked.

Natalia Sylvester : The Post I Always Hoped I Would Write

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:50:24 +0000

Congratulations lady!! What incredible news.... I have no doubt it'll only be a matter of time until you get to write that *other* dream post. Let me know if there's anything I can do to help in the meantime :-)

Stratejoy with Molly Mahar | Coaching, Courses & Community for Gen Y Women : Roadtrips, Bedside Tables, Heaven, Hell and Other Ridiculously Awesome Questions

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 21:48:35 +0000

If your Kiwi can't do the cross-country trip with you, it's something I've been dying to do for like ever and ever.... :-P

Diary of A Mad Freelancer : The Big Shift

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 16:07:08 +0000

Awesome and insightful for someone who hopes to follow in your footsteps in the not-too-distant future.... My recent post Lend a Hand

Natalia Sylvester : My Blog, the Work-in-Progress

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 16:26:46 +0000

It sounds like it'll be fun to follow you on this journey :-)

Diary of A Mad Freelancer : How to Get Yourself Fired by a Freelance Client in 6 Easy Steps

Tue, 4 Jan 2011 15:47:57 +0000

I think you've got all the steps covered - but I've got a question... When do you submit your invoice? Typically I include an invoice with the final product; then I wait 10-15 days and follow up with a gentle reminder, checking to make sure they were pleased with the final product and letting them know payment is due within 30 days of final approval. What's your method? Maybe that's another post instead of a response to a comment, but let me know. :-) curious to hear about your method. My recent post Lend a Hand

Diary of A Mad Freelancer : Dear Betty White

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 16:29:09 +0000

I think you should send this to her (or her agent). My recent post Lend a Hand

Diary of A Mad Freelancer : How to Avoid an Epic Freelance Breakdown

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 01:39:53 +0000

Great post :-) Even though I'm not at that point yet. My recent post Lend a Hand

Stratejoy with Molly Mahar | Coaching, Courses & Community for Gen Y Women : Making "Giving Back" Personal

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 15:15:10 +0000

World Vision ** not word vision.

Stratejoy with Molly Mahar | Coaching, Courses & Community for Gen Y Women : Making "Giving Back" Personal

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 15:09:03 +0000

I prefer to give in a personal way too - but I'm okay doing it in a less direct way. For example, the only charity I'll donate to is Word Vision, where you actually buy a chicken or a goat or something for a family. They break it down–your money is going here and doing this. I've also now donated twice to other blog readers–I participated in The Bloggess' massive Christmas Miracle and did something similar for another blogger, who had a regular reader who was having a really tough time; the other regular readers banded together and sent him some funds. And, of course, I donated to your Mac fund. Tbh, I much prefer that kind of giving.... someone in my community (albeit my online community) that needs help.

Diary of A Mad Freelancer : Great Expectations

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 16:42:12 +0000

Big achievements start with big dreams. I'm *expecting* to: >> integrate the gym back into my regular routine >> Get Moxy Mag to the point where we're publishing MWF >> Begin selling products and ads for Moxy (turn it into a profit making business) Hm... other than that I'm not sure yet. Guess I should take the time to really write up my own list. My recent post Project Woman- Moxy Magazine

Diary of A Mad Freelancer : Rethinking the C Word

Thu, 9 Dec 2010 23:51:59 +0000

Just sayin' the only thing we can't have is everything at once :-P My recent post Project Woman- Moxy Magazine

Diary of A Mad Freelancer : Rethinking the C Word

Thu, 9 Dec 2010 20:50:41 +0000

Typically I agree completely with you on this, but recently I was forced to realize I *can't* do everything. Or at least I can't, unless I'm willing to sacrifice quality for quantity. Like you said, it comes down to choices. My recent post Project Woman- Moxy Magazine

Diary of A Mad Freelancer : What Happens When You Click the Tweet Button?

Wed, 1 Dec 2010 15:37:44 +0000

I just use Topsy.... it was easy to install and customize (add my user name for example) and gives me exactly the "Rt" you say is good... My recent post Project Woman- Moxy Magazine

Stratejoy with Molly Mahar | Coaching, Courses & Community for Gen Y Women : Nothing a Little TV Won't Fix

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 18:08:49 +0000

Um Bones rocks. I love a little TV time now and again to clear my thoughts and get me doing something other than work work work. But I'm also careful to limit my TV-exposure or I'd get sucked into the void never to be seen again. My roommate and I don't have cable (more for financial reasons than anything else) so I use hulu. And don't let myself browse. I watch 3 shows a week - Lie to Me, Bones & Parenthood. Also, I'd love more info on that study you did during college for Moxy...

Diary of A Mad Freelancer : What Does Your Desktop Say About You?

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:36:20 +0000

So what does it say about me that MY desktop background changes every few weeks and is mostly covered in electronic post it notes? I use them as to-do lists, as reminders, as planning documents, to keep track of doctor / insurance information... Seriously. My recent post Project Woman- Moxy Magazine

Diary of A Mad Freelancer : What Does Your Desktop Say About You?

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 15:15:59 +0000

While this isn't about MY computer desktop, I def. agree that your desktop says a lot about you. My old boss kept EVERY file on his computer on his desktop - he didn't understand the concept of virtual files (this is the same boss who walked out pointed to a computer and asked "how do I send an email to that computer?" - and who regularly needed a tutorial on how to add attachments to his email and how to copy-paste). His desktop was COVERED. I remember thinking I could never work like that..... My recent post Project Woman- Moxy Magazine