Ask Alicia: How Can Freelancers Stay Productive During Slow Times?

December 20, 2011

QUESTION: Alicia, January will make three years since I started freelance writing. During the holiday season of the first year, things got pretty slow, but I just thought I was going through a “famine.” When it happened again the second year, I grew suspicious, and now that it’s happening again, I’m pretty sure I’m seeing [...]

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Freelancers: 8 Ways To Prevent An Epic Productivity Disaster

December 15, 2011

Last Monday, my electric company called to let me know that depending on my exact location, I may or may not be without power the next day (Tuesday) and if I am, it will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May or may not?! Right in the middle of the work day?! Like, TOMORROW?! [...]

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Holiday Giveaway: Win A Vintage Typewriter Key Bookmark!

December 13, 2011

UPDATE: Friday, December 23, 2011: The giveaway winner was randomly drawn Tuesday night and has been notified. Give a big congratulations to Grace, and be sure to visit her fantastic site, Subplots by Grace at www.gracepete.com! UPDATE: Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at 11:59: The giveaway is over and comments have been closed. Check back later [...]

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Gift Buying Guide: 25 Gift Ideas For Writers

December 6, 2011

Oh, holiday season, how I love thee. Except for a few things coming by mail – and whatever little trinkets catch my fancy between now and Christmas (you know – for those relatives it’s just aggravatingly difficult to shop for – I am almost finished. Woohoo! It’s going to be an excellent feeling. If you’re [...]

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Content Marketing: Just What Exactly Are We Talking About?

December 1, 2011

As a freelance writer, content marketing is something you can use for yourself and your clients. Actually, having a good handle on certain content marketing ideas can help you broaden your range of services and attract more clients (or, offer additional services to current clients). So, what exactly is content marketing?

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Ask Alicia: How To Deal With Negative Blog Comments

November 29, 2011

Question: Hi Alicia, I’ve been a freelance writer for several years now, but it wasn’t until a few months ago when a client asked me to manage his blog that I started blogging. My question is: How do you deal with negative blog comments? Heather Answer: Hey Heather, Before I touch the negative blog comments, [...]

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