There are different ways to find work as a freelancer or telecommuter. The majority of my new assignments come from websites such as Craigslist,. But sometimes I get a little creative and type phrases such as “writers wanted” or “bloggers wanted” in the Google search bar. Amazingly, this method has produced a host of undiscovered [...]

I always have mix emotions when working with a new client. On one hand, I’m excited and thrilled, especially if I’m really interested in the project. But on the other hand, I never know what I’m going to get. The client can be a dream or a complete nightmare. I’ve had my share of both. [...]

I think every freelancer has their pet peeves. Whether it’s clients blowing up their inbox, or dealing with slow payments, we all have those moments when we want to strangle somebody. I don’t know if I mentioned this before, but I’m always hesitant to apply for jobs that request a rate or price quote. I’ve [...]

When I decided to become a freelancer, the feedback I received wasn’t exactly positive. How will you pay for health insurance? You won’t qualify for loans? How do you plan to deal with retirement?
These were honest concerns. But, things worked out. I receive health insurance through my husband’s employer. I purchased my car on my [...]

…put all your eggs in one basket.
I visit several freelance forums. And although I may not comment or offer an opinion, I like to read the posts and learn about the lives of other freelancers and telecommuters. Forums allow us to stay in touch with the outside world, and it’s a place to share complaints, [...]