tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.comments2014-07-25T17:34:09.053-05:00Write About EverythingTeresahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17722200020626938414noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-81088576180067946032009-04-15T15:15:00.000-05:002009-04-15T15:15:00.000-05:00Some writers choose to submit to both print and on...Some writers choose to submit to both print and online markets.<br /><br />I used to publish more articles in print magazines but in recent years have found I'm more Net-based. The convenience is so attractive.<br /><br />But, if a writer is willing to wait to hear on acceptance and wait again for payment, print markets can be quite lucrative and it is a great feeling seeing your article featured in a magazine.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13441680737622035166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-41394684412277772942009-03-29T10:24:00.000-05:002009-03-29T10:24:00.000-05:00Would love to hear more from this blog!!! I start...Would love to hear more from this blog!!! I started a freelance writing business when I lost my last corporate IT job. But, sad to say, it is not thriving. I don't put in the time I should because I have to find ways to make money, and I'm going back to school. So, would love to hear more details on how to get paying writing jobs that actually pay the bills!Karen Giffordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16922387622516829667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-34380733269052165632008-11-10T08:54:00.000-06:002008-11-10T08:54:00.000-06:00Athlyn, You are so right! When you love what you a...Athlyn, <BR/><BR/>You are so right! When you love what you are doing, it doesn't feel like work. Getting to know clients from around the world is fun and makes time fly by!<BR/>TeresaTeresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17722200020626938414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-84214379603270388482008-11-10T06:26:00.000-06:002008-11-10T06:26:00.000-06:00People should read this.People should read this.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-28285574942199760492008-10-19T22:46:00.000-05:002008-10-19T22:46:00.000-05:00It must be the flexibility that draws us. I love s...It must be the flexibility that draws us. I love switching back and forth between projects--and find that the hours fly by.<BR/><BR/>I guess when you are doing what you love to do, most days it doesn't really feel like work.<BR/><BR/>I agree wth you: as time goes on, you get a much clearer idea of what works for you and what work you prefer to do.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13441680737622035166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-40535246860309804252008-10-14T13:22:00.000-05:002008-10-14T13:22:00.000-05:00Athlyn,Hi- thanks so much for stopping by! I hear ...Athlyn,<BR/>Hi- thanks so much for stopping by! I hear you with that challenge of getting away from work. I find that many times, when it's the end of my work day, I need to turn off the computer or I can't stay away from it!<BR/>TeresaTeresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17722200020626938414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-4039841907748753812008-10-13T20:40:00.000-05:002008-10-13T20:40:00.000-05:00Amen! So much of what you've said struck a chord.I...Amen! So much of what you've said struck a chord.<BR/><BR/>I, too, find that the flexibility is a big factor and, like you, I get some of my best work done in the wee hours, when there are fewer distractions.<BR/><BR/>One possible disadvantage of working from home for a writer though is that we have a challenge getting away from work . . . there's always that article to touch up, another blog post to squeeze in, something to check on. . . and our home computer is right there beckoning.<BR/><BR/>I've know some writers who rented offices so that when they came home, they got away from work.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13441680737622035166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-66518435345116090822008-08-02T10:23:00.000-05:002008-08-02T10:23:00.000-05:00YAYYYYY, Teresa!! I know that feels good actually ...YAYYYYY, Teresa!! I know that feels good actually seeing your name on something you wrote. You rock!!<BR/><BR/>You should look at submitting those same articles on affsphere. It's starting to pay out - I think the ad revenue is split between authors or something. Also, they're fine with having the articles appear other places. Here's my link : ):<BR/><BR/>http://www.affsphere.com/index.php?r=188WWHW Mastermind Team 2https://www.blogger.com/profile/17162077868900563890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-51272170663866688132008-08-02T10:22:00.000-05:002008-08-02T10:22:00.000-05:00YAYYYYY, Teresa!! I know that feels good actually ...YAYYYYY, Teresa!! I know that feels good actually seeing your name on something you wrote. You rock!!<BR/><BR/>You should look at submitting those same articles on affsphere. It's starting to pay out - I think the ad revenue is split between authors or something. Also, they're fine with having the articles appear other places. Here's my link : ):<BR/><BR/>http://www.affsphere.com/index.php?r=188WWHW Mastermind Team 2https://www.blogger.com/profile/17162077868900563890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-58322218850931015302008-07-18T21:56:00.000-05:002008-07-18T21:56:00.000-05:00I agree, Sue, it is a good time to evaluate things...I agree, Sue, it is a good time to evaluate things. I have let my client know what a pleasure it has been and that I am more than happy to jump in if any new projects come up. <BR/><BR/>She has given me some wonderful feedback and I can use that with future prospects. Plus, the site will have author profiles, so it will be some fabulous samples!<BR/><BR/>I agree also that it never hurts to get back in touch with a former client when the relationship was satisfactory for both sides. I just recently got back in touch with a client that I hadn't heard from in a couple of months, so something new will be coming down the pike there. <BR/><BR/>I love that this job is always interesting. There is so much we learn about ourselves and other people. That sparks the psychology background I had in college, so I just love it. <BR/><BR/>Thanks, Sue!Teresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17722200020626938414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-16444773657203209882008-07-18T21:37:00.000-05:002008-07-18T21:37:00.000-05:00I agree - it's a bittersweet moment when you final...I agree - it's a bittersweet moment when you finally type # # # for the last time on a long-term gig. <BR/><BR/>It's a great time to do some evaluating, though. What went well? What didn't? What made this a fun (or not so much fun) gig? How can I find more like this? Do I want to make room in my schedule to work with this client again?<BR/><BR/>And if it's yes... nothing wrong with saying just that! (And saying it again after a month.)WWHW Mastermind Team 2https://www.blogger.com/profile/17162077868900563890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-5427321000358928972008-07-02T18:20:00.000-05:002008-07-02T18:20:00.000-05:00I hear you, Sue! My most recent job other than wri...I hear you, Sue! My most recent job other than writing has been caring for developmentally disabled adults. I love my clients, but cleaning up after adults who don't understand toileting and basic hygiene is definitely not my idea of fun! At least when my writing stinks, I can just hit the delete button! :-)<BR/>TeresaTeresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17722200020626938414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-57666437102863108452008-06-28T23:10:00.000-05:002008-06-28T23:10:00.000-05:00What's not to love?!- portable- always something n...What's not to love?!<BR/><BR/>- portable<BR/>- always something new and interesting<BR/>- get to use my brain<BR/>- client gratitude<BR/>- money!<BR/><BR/>And more and more, the joy of knowing other writers who are making a go of it, too!<BR/><BR/>They call this a job? <BR/><BR/>I overheard a Starbucks manager a few days ago during his team meeting. The details about washing dishes, entering and exiting the store, stocking the pastries... ugh. Now THAT's a job!WWHW Mastermind Team 2https://www.blogger.com/profile/17162077868900563890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-16705211070415459022008-06-21T09:54:00.000-05:002008-06-21T09:54:00.000-05:00Thanks, Sue. Yep, it was definitely scary! I have ...Thanks, Sue. Yep, it was definitely scary! I have worried about losing momentum also, so when I get back to work, I try to start with something fun and creative- like my blog!- to get the brain clicking again.<BR/>TeresaTeresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17722200020626938414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-91889388060595335122008-06-21T09:51:00.000-05:002008-06-21T09:51:00.000-05:00I agree wholeheartedly! When we work on our own pr...I agree wholeheartedly! When we work on our own projects or have clients that we have built a relationship with, we do get to use our own vision! I find that the more I allow my creativity to flow, the easier that becomes, don't you? <BR/>Thanks, <BR/>TeresaTeresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17722200020626938414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-4195861382020949282008-06-20T18:17:00.000-05:002008-06-20T18:17:00.000-05:00I love it because I actually get to express myself...I love it because I actually get to express myself the way that I want to. At least, sometimes. Working for someone else is often too confining because everything has to be done according to someone else's vision.L. Shepherdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10049000451207165700noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-32785792827048665362008-06-18T21:05:00.000-05:002008-06-18T21:05:00.000-05:00Whew! Way to learn about relaxing the hard way!! A...Whew! Way to learn about relaxing the hard way!! And I'm just as guilty of overdoing it. It can feel scary to let go for a day or more - like, "Will I lose all my momentum? Will I be able to get back into the routine?" But without taking time away from the computer, it's easy to lose perspective, lose creativity, and as you demonstrated, lose our health. <BR/><BR/>Great post, and a definite word to the wise!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-5071111839400756112008-06-13T15:14:00.000-05:002008-06-13T15:14:00.000-05:00Sue, I would love to test drive your new book! I h...Sue, I would love to test drive your new book! I have learned that when you put out some info, it is well worth listening to. <BR/><BR/>By the way, Sue has a wonderful blog at http://buildathrivingwritingbusiness.blogspot.com <BR/>that truly deserves to be checked out! <BR/><BR/>And here's Peter's link:<BR/>http://www.wellfedwriter.com/Blog/<BR/><BR/>These two writers can teach all of us a lot about reaching for the stars-- and catching them!<BR/>TeresaTeresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17722200020626938414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-39603814340504069072008-06-13T14:21:00.000-05:002008-06-13T14:21:00.000-05:00Ooooooooooo! Nice crowd you attract here, Teresa! ...Ooooooooooo! Nice crowd you attract here, Teresa! (fanning self, fainting!)<BR/><BR/>OK, (smack, smack) back to my senses.<BR/><BR/>I'd always heard there were cycles to every business. But to be honest, from the time I got rolling on this, it was always crazy busy.<BR/><BR/>Then I started firing clients.<BR/><BR/>And it got busier.<BR/><BR/>Until about a month ago. And now it's not so much that it's not busy - it's just that I've got weirder, harder, (higher paying!) gigs coming in through the door. It's not that it's slow... it's just different. <BR/><BR/>And I love your idea of writing a book! Later this month, I'll be working on a new one - want to take it for a test drive, too?<BR/><BR/>Enjoying your blog, and so glad you're keeping it rolling along, my friend.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-90789056757953441792008-06-13T14:14:00.000-05:002008-06-13T14:14:00.000-05:00Preach it, sister!It's appalling to see clients pa...Preach it, sister!<BR/><BR/>It's appalling to see clients paying (and writers accepting!) peanuts for writing gigs. <BR/><BR/>Think of the most menial jobs out there - the ones nobody would want to do. How much do <I>they</I> pay? Surely more than 50 cents an hour! <BR/><BR/>So why on earth would it be a good idea to take a job in which you've got to use your brain, your creativity, and your time... and get paid peanuts?<BR/><BR/>The more we stand united as professionals, refusing to devalue ourselves, our skills, our talents, and our time - the better off we'll all be. Especially our clients!<BR/><BR/>They get what they pay for... and we deserve the fees we command. A win for all.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-13943595446990735492008-06-13T13:29:00.000-05:002008-06-13T13:29:00.000-05:00Wow, I'm giddy! Thanks Peter!Wow, I'm giddy! Thanks Peter!Teresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17722200020626938414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-76401179875714204442008-06-13T13:27:00.000-05:002008-06-13T13:27:00.000-05:00kjgiffy: Hi, thanks for the comments! I have not t...kjgiffy: Hi, thanks for the comments! I have not tried Elance, but have done a lot of bidding through Guru.com. I find it difficult too to get employers to understand that we aren't requesting payment that is out of line or over the top, just what is fair. Keep on keepin on- it's kind of slow right now for a lot of writers, but it will pick up! <BR/>TeresaTeresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17722200020626938414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-59236195498201192432008-06-13T12:04:00.000-05:002008-06-13T12:04:00.000-05:00Comment Update! I just got a reply from my Elance...Comment Update! <BR/>I just got a reply from my Elance person... "Unfortunately your bid was not accepted. Reason: Bid too high" <BR/>I bid $35 to write one article for him!Karen Giffordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16922387622516829667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-44552035073729639402008-06-13T11:48:00.000-05:002008-06-13T11:48:00.000-05:00Hi! I'm on that Yahoo Copywriter's blog and came a...Hi! I'm on that Yahoo Copywriter's blog and came across your post. Of course I had to check out your blog! I have to comment because I'm going broke FAST, and I admit that I sometimes bid for projects on Elance to see if I can earn some money! Well, I actually got a nibble to write some articles for a person's blog. The guy said he'd be willing to 'try me out', offering to "Let" me write one article for him for $20! <BR/>I thought that was low as I've been paid much more than that to write well researched and well written articles! (He actually wants to pay less than $500 for all 40 articles!! he wouldn't specify his budget!)<BR/> <BR/>I sent him a reply, worded it nicely, but made it clear that here in the US it would be extremely difficult to put gas in your car, eat food, pay a mortgage, pay for health insurance and the gas/electric bill on that kind of money! I said "I'm sure you understand that". <BR/><BR/>Anyway, I try to stick to my guns about accepting decent wages! Most times on those sites the people just move on and find someone to write for pennies...probably good to note that I never win any bids on Elance...Karen Giffordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16922387622516829667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-967037383744428097.post-15958071300110290672008-06-13T11:04:00.000-05:002008-06-13T11:04:00.000-05:00Thanks T,Nice to be appreciated.. ;)PB (yes, the r...Thanks T,<BR/><BR/>Nice to be appreciated.. ;)<BR/><BR/>PB (yes, the real PB...)Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15133112620871071177noreply@blogger.com