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Freelance Pay Problems
If you have taken a freelance job or a freelance project and you are struggling to get paid, there are several ways to resolve the issue. Some freelancers who haven’t been paid for part of an ongoing project let the client know they’ll stop working at a specific date and time until the payment... »
Freelancers (Especially Chicagoans) Beware
Scams are never going to stop happening, so we have no choice but to train ourselves to be smarter than our would-be scammers. In the case of this recent Chicago-centered scam, it would be easy for most freelancers to see through the email and ignore it. But what if you are new, naive and hungry?... »
How Do I Win Jobs at Freelance Job Bidding Sites?
This is a question that many are dying to know the answer to—how DO you get the job at a freelance bidding site? There is an avalanche of replies to every job post, most willing to offer their services for peanuts. But like most things in life, you get what you pay for. Our advice–don’t... »
How to Compete for a Freelance Job
When you’re applying for a freelance job, how can you make your resume and clips stand out from the pack? There are many conflicting ideas about how to do this, but there are some surefire ways to make yourself look like the pro you want to be. First–read the instructions. If the freelance job ad... »
One Resume Does Not Fit All
Freelancers, are you still submitting the same old resume when applying for gigs? Think twice about that one. Consider optimizing the resume for the gig rather than sending a blanket bio and resume. You wouldn’t send a list of irrelevant writing sample, why would you send a resume full of irrelevant experience? Tailor your resume... »
How Do I Set My Freelance Rates?
If you are a new, inexperienced writer, your freelance rates will start low and get more impressive as you increase your amount of published clips. Check with other freelancers who are just above your skill and experience level and ask what they were charging when they worked at your level of experience in the... »
