Freelancing

07 Sep 2021

5 reasons being a digital nomad makes you want to shout ‘freedom!’

Richard King sings the praises of deciding what work looks like for you

28 Jul 2021

Find your why (not)

Jo Watson’s a vote for less ‘find your why’ and more ‘you do you’.

29 Jun 2021

5 ways to take the stress out of the content approval process

Camilla Zajac’s advice for making sure the process for signing off your copy is pain-free

17 Jun 2021

Pretty in print: why Freelancer Magazine’s not just another aspirational business publication

Laura Wells talks to Sophie Cross, Editor of Freelancer Magazine about the realities of making a magazine, corralling contributors and kicking ass on Kickstarter.

16 Jun 2021

Ghosting freelancers (part 2): ghosting referrals

Why Dee Primett’s not impressed by clients who ask for a referral, then go AWOL

21 Apr 2021

Need copywriting work? Try these 3 simple ways to get noticed

No new copywriting projects on the horizon? Give Joe Jeffries’ ideas for getting work a try.

24 Mar 2021

Send me an email, FFS

Jo Watson explains why it’s best not to call her.

16 Mar 2021

Networking tips for freelance introverts

Lily Karenza suggests ways that self-employed introverts can take the pain out of making contacts and building business relationships.

22 Feb 2021

To niche or not to niche: a #ProCopyChat roundup

Specialist or generalist? Which is better? Andre Spiteri summarises some of the main issues in the niching debate.

13 Jan 2021

10 of the best start out tips for freelance copywriters

Just started out as a freelance copywriter? Alexandra Crossley summarises what you need to know

06 Jan 2021

Tips for new freelancers — what I’ve learnt so far

Lucy Roberts’ advice for new freelancers

03 Dec 2020

How to beat loneliness as a freelancer

Working for yourself can mean saying goodbye to office banter and regular social interaction. Lorna McGachie shares some ways to help make sure you don’t feel isolated.

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