Okay, so we all know about the potential implications involving race when we talk or even think about Ferguson. While that is worrisome, there is something even more worrisome that you should be worried about. What you see and what you know about Ferguson is censored by the government.
Did you know that the FAA closed airspace over Ferguson to keep news aircraft out of the area? You probably didn't really think about it until now...did you see any aerial video of Ferguson? So, here you have a government branch not really involved who shut air space due to a request to limit the news coverage. Congratulations, your news is censored. You will only hear and see what the government wants you to hear and see.
Now, while we wait for the grand jury's decision, Ferguson has called in reinforcement officers. Is it truly because they want to make sure things don't get out of hand? You already know that you can't trust your government. Martial law was declared the first time (and it wasn't needed). People had their Constitutional rights violated. People who were standing in a peaceable manner to protest were arrested. Hopefully, the officers from other areas on standby are good and honest people.
Did you know that there is information available that the majority of the people who caused trouble in Ferguson weren't from Ferguson? That's right. The people causing the majority of the problems were from out of town.
You need to be worried about what happened, what is happening, and what will happen in Ferguson regardless of race. Your government won't let you see the entire truth. They are perpetuating stereotypes and fearmongering.
Friday, November 14, 2014
Friday, November 7, 2014
November 7 - Writing Gigs
We've made it to the end of another week. How did it go for you? You know, you can get ready for a brand new year of self employment by investing the time and energy into buying my book and finding writing gigs. You can get it on Amazon or you can get an instant download. It talks about how to set your prices, find clients, and get started. It's easier than you think. Yes, you do have time. You simply need to prioritize your life.
Business and Legal Writing
Content Writing
Copywriting
Business and Legal Writing
- Marketing Writer - Rocket Fuel Marketing
- Business Research Paper Writer
- Business Ebook Ghostwriter
- Grant Writer - California Ballet Opera
Content Writing
- Content Writer - India Active Software Inc.
- Web Content Writer
- Article Rewriting
- Website Content Writer ($20 -30 hr)
- Content Writer for Technology Site
Copywriting
- Senior Copywriter - Wells Fargo
Fashion and Beauty Writing
Professional Blogging
Technical Writing
- Technical Writer - Elite Employee, Ltd.
- Technical Writer - Collabera
Miscellaneous Writing
Wednesday, November 5, 2014
"Must be nice. I don't have time."
Few things piss me off faster than when a conversation takes place where someone says they'd love to freelance (it doesn't matter what area, but the last conversation was about writing) and when I get pulled into the conversation...the person says, "It must be nice. I just don't have time to do it."
You've got the same 24 hours per day as I do. You've got the same 24 hours that Bill Gates and other super rich people have. Most of them didn't start off rich. Don't give me the "I don't have time" bullshit. You have probably more time than I do.
There's no such thing as "I don't have time." There is such a thing as fucked up priorities. If you spend your time at work sitting on social media and bullshitting with your friends, then you have no business freelancing anyway...because you'll spend all your time on social media and not work (and then wonder why you got evicted and why you can't make any money).
Next I usually hear about how I don't understand because they have to go home and make dinner and take care of kids and the like. Oh, really? Please...tell me how I don't understand. I worked full time outside of the home and completed two college degrees while being married and taking care of two of my children.
Now I work from the home and my third son has multiple appointments every week because he is special needs. My husband works 12+ hours per day. I do the laundry, the dishes, and most of the other household chores. It isn't because he isn't supportive. He knows I work hard. He's watched me. However, I'd have to do these things if I were single so it doesn't matter if I do them now...and it gives me a nice break from work.
So, you DO have time to learn to be a successful freelancer. What you don't have is the determination and dedication it requires to do it. Don't tell me it must be nice to do what I do...but you don't want to give up your time to do it. You have to start from somewhere. You don't just wake up and suddenly you're a freelancer (okay so maybe some people do - but not most).
It starts with getting your ass off of social media in the evening (or morning) and using that time to set up your profiles and portfolio. You have time - you just don't WANT to do it. You don't want to make sacrifices.
If you're really serious, you'll know I'm right and you'll make adjustments. I started off doing it on the evenings and during the weekends. Now I can work primarily when and where I want. You don't automatically get that luxury. You must WORK for it.
You've got the same 24 hours per day as I do. You've got the same 24 hours that Bill Gates and other super rich people have. Most of them didn't start off rich. Don't give me the "I don't have time" bullshit. You have probably more time than I do.
There's no such thing as "I don't have time." There is such a thing as fucked up priorities. If you spend your time at work sitting on social media and bullshitting with your friends, then you have no business freelancing anyway...because you'll spend all your time on social media and not work (and then wonder why you got evicted and why you can't make any money).
Next I usually hear about how I don't understand because they have to go home and make dinner and take care of kids and the like. Oh, really? Please...tell me how I don't understand. I worked full time outside of the home and completed two college degrees while being married and taking care of two of my children.
Now I work from the home and my third son has multiple appointments every week because he is special needs. My husband works 12+ hours per day. I do the laundry, the dishes, and most of the other household chores. It isn't because he isn't supportive. He knows I work hard. He's watched me. However, I'd have to do these things if I were single so it doesn't matter if I do them now...and it gives me a nice break from work.
So, you DO have time to learn to be a successful freelancer. What you don't have is the determination and dedication it requires to do it. Don't tell me it must be nice to do what I do...but you don't want to give up your time to do it. You have to start from somewhere. You don't just wake up and suddenly you're a freelancer (okay so maybe some people do - but not most).
It starts with getting your ass off of social media in the evening (or morning) and using that time to set up your profiles and portfolio. You have time - you just don't WANT to do it. You don't want to make sacrifices.
If you're really serious, you'll know I'm right and you'll make adjustments. I started off doing it on the evenings and during the weekends. Now I can work primarily when and where I want. You don't automatically get that luxury. You must WORK for it.
Monday, November 3, 2014
Monday Motivational Series: Turning Around a Bad Monday
It doesn't matter if you work for someone else or if you are self employed, none of us are immune to a bad day. It really doesn't even have to be a Monday. It's just that most of us feel the impending pressure and implosion of time and space...on Mondays.
Here's the good news - you can turn a bad Monday around. These tips work best for those who work from home (because if you have a boss, he or she won't be appreciative of some of them). These are some of the things I do to turn a bad Monday around.
Go back to sleep. When I get up and I can feel that a Monday (or any day) has the potential to be a huge pain in my ass, I go back to sleep. Even a little bit of extra sleep can really help. It reminds me that I am lucky enough (and by lucky I mean I worked my ass off to get to this point) to be able to control my own schedule. Of course, I can't always do this. Sometimes there are deadlines or appointments that must be attended. However, this is something that can help turn a bad Monday around. I can neither confirm nor deny that I sometimes sleep until noon if I am the only one home.
Take a hot bath in the middle of the day. This is great for boosting your mood and gives you something to look forward to. I've been known to label my days pre-bath and and post-bath instead of morning and "the rest of the day." Turn off your phone. Turn on your music. Use a nice soap. Invest in some great lotion. Take some time to relax. You'll end up more productive later.
Find the good in the day. Even when you freelance or work from home, you can and will have a bad day. Your kid doesn't want to eat the breakfast he asked for (my current situation). Clients suddenly decide that their project is somehow so time sensitive that if you don't complete it right this instant that the entire world will be in peril...and Star Lord is busy in another part of the galaxy so all of the pressure is on you. By the way, all of your clients will do that all at once. When your day feels like it is going to shit (and shit is subjective to each person), find the good in it. Sometimes, it's hard and you have to use generic things such as how you are living the dream working from home and providing for your family...and you're not stuck in a cubicle. Other times you can be more specific such as how awesome your clients know you are because they continue to rely on you project after project...and clearly your work will somehow save the world from some sort of certain death.
Take a walk. I walk five days per week. I won't tell you which five because I usually don't know until the days arrive. I might walk today, but most likely won't do it tomorrow because of weather. At first, I felt guilty about walking instead of working. However, I can use that time to decompress and I also use that time to brainstorm and think about current projects.
Eat ice cream any time you want. It doesn't have to be ice cream. Pick your favorite dessert. Eat it for a meal. That always turns a bad day around. It's something to look forward to doing.
Start with an easy project. I am a big proponent of tackling my hardest projects first. I don't like things hanging over my head. Yet, sometimes it takes a while to see any sort of results or feel like I am making any progress. On bad days, I start with the faster and easier things on my to-do list. It makes me feel like I've accomplished something. It helps keep my motivation up and it makes it easy to move forward because I am seeing progress.
Those are the things I do that help turn a bad day around. What are your tips?
Here's the good news - you can turn a bad Monday around. These tips work best for those who work from home (because if you have a boss, he or she won't be appreciative of some of them). These are some of the things I do to turn a bad Monday around.
Go back to sleep. When I get up and I can feel that a Monday (or any day) has the potential to be a huge pain in my ass, I go back to sleep. Even a little bit of extra sleep can really help. It reminds me that I am lucky enough (and by lucky I mean I worked my ass off to get to this point) to be able to control my own schedule. Of course, I can't always do this. Sometimes there are deadlines or appointments that must be attended. However, this is something that can help turn a bad Monday around. I can neither confirm nor deny that I sometimes sleep until noon if I am the only one home.
Take a hot bath in the middle of the day. This is great for boosting your mood and gives you something to look forward to. I've been known to label my days pre-bath and and post-bath instead of morning and "the rest of the day." Turn off your phone. Turn on your music. Use a nice soap. Invest in some great lotion. Take some time to relax. You'll end up more productive later.
Find the good in the day. Even when you freelance or work from home, you can and will have a bad day. Your kid doesn't want to eat the breakfast he asked for (my current situation). Clients suddenly decide that their project is somehow so time sensitive that if you don't complete it right this instant that the entire world will be in peril...and Star Lord is busy in another part of the galaxy so all of the pressure is on you. By the way, all of your clients will do that all at once. When your day feels like it is going to shit (and shit is subjective to each person), find the good in it. Sometimes, it's hard and you have to use generic things such as how you are living the dream working from home and providing for your family...and you're not stuck in a cubicle. Other times you can be more specific such as how awesome your clients know you are because they continue to rely on you project after project...and clearly your work will somehow save the world from some sort of certain death.
Take a walk. I walk five days per week. I won't tell you which five because I usually don't know until the days arrive. I might walk today, but most likely won't do it tomorrow because of weather. At first, I felt guilty about walking instead of working. However, I can use that time to decompress and I also use that time to brainstorm and think about current projects.
Eat ice cream any time you want. It doesn't have to be ice cream. Pick your favorite dessert. Eat it for a meal. That always turns a bad day around. It's something to look forward to doing.
Start with an easy project. I am a big proponent of tackling my hardest projects first. I don't like things hanging over my head. Yet, sometimes it takes a while to see any sort of results or feel like I am making any progress. On bad days, I start with the faster and easier things on my to-do list. It makes me feel like I've accomplished something. It helps keep my motivation up and it makes it easy to move forward because I am seeing progress.
Those are the things I do that help turn a bad day around. What are your tips?
Sunday, November 2, 2014
Writing Gigs
Well, the wheel of the year continues to turn. We pagans celebrated the year's end and ushered in the new year. I know that many of you are preparing for 2015. Many of you are dreaming of a new life as a freelance writer instead of spending your time in a cubicle. You can learn how to find your own freelance gigs via this instant download.
Business and Legal Writing
Beauty and Fashion Writing
Content Writing
Business and Legal Writing
- Business Plan
- Ghostwrite a Business Book
- Ghostwrite Business Blog Articles
- Living Wills / Advanced Decisions Pamphlet
Beauty and Fashion Writing
- Men's Grooming Writer - The Wirecutter
- Beauty Writer - The Wirecutter
- Freelance Fashion Writer
- Unique Fashion Blog
Content Writing
- Web Content Writer (must be in the Philadelphia area. Pay is up to $18 / hr)
- Freelance Writer - UrbanBound
- Web Content Writer - CRGT
- Content Writers in Multiple Areas - TruStory Media
- Freelance Latino Celebrity News Writers
- Content for Dog Website
- Health and Safety Content Writer
Copywriting
- Freelance Copywriter - Ancestry.com
- Restaurant Copywriter
Educational Writing
- Science Writer - The Wirecutter
Medical Writing
Professional Blogger
Sports Writing
- Yankees Beat Writer - NJ Advance Media
Technical Writing
- Technical Writing - Danfoss
- PC and PC Accessory Writers - The Wirecutter
Miscellaneous
Monday, October 27, 2014
Almost Halloween Jobs
Hi everyone. It's almost Samhain. For we pagans, that is the start of the New Year. I hope your New Year is filled with lots and lots of writing.
Things here are busy as usual. I have more than 200 emails (yes, again). I had a great idea to handle the emails more efficiently...but my brain decided I needed a vacation to the stroke ward of the hospital. I am eight days post stroke. I haven't lost any motor functions or speech functions. They think they know what caused it...but I was very blessed by the Universe to come home with no lasting effects. With that said, here are some jobs for you.
Remember, you can learn how to find your own jobs by purchasing my book Crash Course Freelance Writing. You can do an instant download or even buy the print version. The print version is available on Amazon. The PDF is an instant download through Gumroad.
Business and Legal Writing
Things here are busy as usual. I have more than 200 emails (yes, again). I had a great idea to handle the emails more efficiently...but my brain decided I needed a vacation to the stroke ward of the hospital. I am eight days post stroke. I haven't lost any motor functions or speech functions. They think they know what caused it...but I was very blessed by the Universe to come home with no lasting effects. With that said, here are some jobs for you.
Remember, you can learn how to find your own jobs by purchasing my book Crash Course Freelance Writing. You can do an instant download or even buy the print version. The print version is available on Amazon. The PDF is an instant download through Gumroad.
Business and Legal Writing
- Acquisition Editor, Business
- Legal Contracts, Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and NDA
- Write a Business Plan
- Write a Business Plan
- Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy
- Business Writer - Matrix, Inc.
- Content Writer - NPE
- Blog and Social Media Posts - 4Walls
- Contract Content Writer - Performancing
- Morning Content Manager
- Web Content Writing
- Content Writer for Business
- Content Writer and Editor - TMobile
- Website Content
- Content Writer: Marketing
- Content Writer: Beer
Educational Writing
- Curriculum Developer - Hack the Hood
- Finish a Dissertation
- Copywriter I - Rosetta Stone
- Science Writer - BuzzFeed
Fashion Writing
Music Writing
- Daily Music Writer - Vulture
- Music Blogger and Reviewer - Stardust Entertainment
Professional Blogger
- Real Estate Writer - Zillow
- Various Blog Topics
- Hospitality and Restaurant Management Blogger
- SEO Blogger
- Three Blog Posts
- Residential Cleaning Blog Writer
- Tech Blogger and Community Manager - DZone
- Construction Blogger
- Blogger for Photography Studio
- Trucking Industry Blogger
- Men's Lifestyle Blogger
- Photography Blog Writer
Technical Writing
- iOS and Android Expert
- Technical Writer - KellyMitchell
- Technical Newsletter
- Writer - 1st Web Designer
Miscellanous
Monday, October 20, 2014
Writing Gigs and Updates
Hi everyone! First, a few updates (yes, I know that by posting the updates first that my title should be rewritten. Team Free Spirit).
In the last 30 days, I've been featured twice on The Ed Tyll Show. You can visit my portfolio and scroll to the bottom of this page and listen. The option for Live Chat doesn't work right. You can contact me by going to the contact page.
Crash Course Freelance Writing is now available directly through Amazon! The printed version is at a special discounted rate. Yes, it is still available as an instant download.
Last announcement...people pay me for my business expertise. If you want to get some of that expertise for free, you can now read it here. I do offer coaching and consulting for freelance writers (and other businesses). It's easy to get started. You can just use the contact form on my portfolio.
Now to the part I know you've all been waiting for...writing gigs.
Business and Legal Writing
Content Writing
Copywriting
Education Writing
Professional Blogging
Sports Writing
In the last 30 days, I've been featured twice on The Ed Tyll Show. You can visit my portfolio and scroll to the bottom of this page and listen. The option for Live Chat doesn't work right. You can contact me by going to the contact page.
Crash Course Freelance Writing is now available directly through Amazon! The printed version is at a special discounted rate. Yes, it is still available as an instant download.
Last announcement...people pay me for my business expertise. If you want to get some of that expertise for free, you can now read it here. I do offer coaching and consulting for freelance writers (and other businesses). It's easy to get started. You can just use the contact form on my portfolio.
Now to the part I know you've all been waiting for...writing gigs.
Business and Legal Writing
- Investment Writer
- 5 Year Business Plan
- Business Plan for Milkshake Company
- Write a LinkedIn Profile
- Marketing Content Writer - MaxPoint
- Investment Writer - Janus Capital Group
Content Writing
- Content Writing: Cufflinks
- Bitcoin Gaming Writer
- Digital Contract Writer
- Content Writer - GloboForce
Copywriting
Education Writing
- Curriculum Writer (Math) - edmentum
Professional Blogging
- Online Technology Blogger - Rant, Inc.
- Online Travel Blogger - Rant, Inc.
- Online Gamer Blogger - Rant, Inc.
- Online Food Blogger - Rant, Inc.
- Online Finance Blogger - Rant, Inc.
- Online Dating Blogger - Rant, Inc.
- Online Music Blogger - Rant, Inc.
- Blogger Outreach Specialist
- Tech Blogger
- Travel and Education Blogger
- Marriage Blogger
- Political Blogger - NPR
- Blogger
Sports Writing
- Writer - Sports Report Pages
Social Media Writing
Technical Writing
- Technical Writer
- Technical Writer - Adroit Partners
Miscellaneous Industry Related
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