by LuAnn Glowacz | Jul 15, 2016 | ethics, Freelance Austin Blog, Freelance Tips
“You’re a business ghost writer? Isn’t that…shady?” If I had a dime for every time I heard that response at networking events I’d certainly not need to freelance any more. But I’m used to it. You see, I spent most of my career in public relations, a field with its own...
by Kristen Hicks | Jul 1, 2016 | Freelance Austin Blog, Freelance Tips, Marketing & Self Promotion
The word “freelance” is largely defined by what it’s not. A person who does freelance work doesn’t commit to one company or organization full time in exchange for a salary and benefits. Instead, freelancers work with a hodgepodge of different clients, providing...
by Karen Aroian | Jun 3, 2016 | Austin, Freelance Austin Blog, Freelance Tips
People often say they don’t have enough time to spend with family and friends or to get more things done. They actually do and, surprisingly, the time is relatively easy to find, according to business coach Sherry Lowry. The key is knowing where to look. Several...
by Clarisa Ramirez | Mar 25, 2016 | Freelance Austin Blog, Freelance Tips, Marketing & Self Promotion
I wouldn’t call myself a “networking expert” and I would never pretend to sell myself to someone as a person who “connects” people. However, a lot of people have told me that I know a lot of people, I’m good at bringing people together and I’ve managed to create a...
by Emily Morris | Mar 15, 2016 | Freelance Austin Blog, Freelance Tips
Have you ever wondered whether you should apply for a copyright? What does a copyright cover? How do you go about getting one? If you’ve ever pondered these questions, the following description of copyright functions and how they apply to freelancers may provide...
by Karen Aroian | Mar 7, 2016 | Freelance Austin Blog, Freelance Tips
It’s simply smart business as solopreneurs to devote our most productive hours to client projects. That’s why we don’t book appointments during our A-time. However, sometimes we watch our non-billable hours evaporate as the time we spend on client work extends into...
