Articles for writers and copywriters who want to build a more successful freelance copywriting business.
Is it time to write yourself a NOT-To-Do list?
Tap into the power of asking yourself tough questions about your freelance business.
How to start closing the gap between your potential and what you actually achieve.
Are you an opportunity-seeker or an entrepreneur?
Whatever the next step in your freelance business, execute it with speed and energy.
3 Reasons why freelance writers and copywriters seek help from coaches.
What would happen if you decided to think and act BIGGER?
Do you know what you’ll be working on three months from today? I do.
Set a course for your freelance writing business, with a clear destination.
The 5 elements of a profitable freelance writing or copywriting niche.
To maximize your freelance income, find the gap.
Sometimes, it’s OK to give yourself a break.
“I would like to change what I’m doing, but can’t afford to take the risk.”
Make a big splash once or twice a year. In other words, get noticed.
To compete as a freelancer in a down economy, you have to break out of the ordinary.
How my father helped me in business. And how I misunderstood him in one important way.
Do you have power over your problems, or do they have power over you?
Just because you are a freelancer doesn't mean you have to be alone.
The “paired approach” to finding the best freelance writing or copywriting niche.
Are you just a freelancer or do you have a freelance business?
Achieving worthwhile goals usually involves delayed gratification. But not always.
Taking one step at a time may not be cool, but it works.
Do the people around you lift you up or pull you down?
Remember this about your prospective freelance clients – they don’t know you.
To get new freelance assignments, follow the path of least resistance.
When you feel momentum, use it or lose it.
Can you say you're very good at what you do, and really mean it?
The problem is...I started to think.
When you have a good idea, how BIG do you make it?
As the boss of your own freelance business, how good are you?
Do you feel braver in the morning?
Identify what kind of freelance work makes you feel good, then leverage what you learn.
Use a Gantt chart to prioritize your freelance projects and calm your mind.
The eternal freelance "Yes, but..." internal dialog.
Differentiate yourself as a freelancer with your authentic life story.
Job #1 is to pay the bills. Job #2 is to build your business.
What are your freelance business plans for 2010?
Do you remember those dreams you once had?
Step back. Step back. Step back.
You can't build good habits on a foundation of bad habits.
Freelance niches, positioning and differentiation.
Companies charge higher fees than freelancers.
Are you proud of your freelance business web site?
Be very careful about having any one client account for too much of your freelance business income.
Don't charge for the services of the person you see in the mirror.
Protect your income by finding clients outside of your local area.
How distractions reduce your freelance income.
When you ignore items on your To-Do list, are you simply deferring a real problem?
What if I forced you to double the freelance fees you charge?
When you're feeling overwhelmed, step back and take a deep breath.
Teach yourself to pause and do a "value check" from time to time.
Aim beyond the income you need to make each month.
Are you productive, or just busy?
The Power of Saying No to Your Clients
Tired of prospecting for clients? Wouldn't you prefer that they approached YOU?
When setting your goals, don't think just about money.
Improve your writing with an imaginary critique
Of all the assignments you have written over the last year, which was your favorite?
Sell your Value, not your Time
Can you really make 6 figures as a freelance copywriter? Or is it all hype?
Freelance Copywriting and the Power of Self-Confidence
The 4 Elements of Building Your Brand as a Freelance Copywriter
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