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Review: The Egg Perfect Egg Timer
Published on 2012-05-24 09:53:50
As with many people, hard boiling an egg is not necessarily difficult. The tricky part is getting the yoke part to be the perfect yellow without being runny or gray in color from over-boiling. I found The Egg Perfect Egg Timer at a home store in town since I had not heard about this product [...] > read more
Branding: Why You Need It
Published on 2012-05-21 08:09:31
Hello! I hope you enjoy the look of my new website. I am excited to present my new brand to you. Why Do You Need A Brand? You need to have something that makes other easy to recognize your business. If done correctly, a logo can portray a lot of emotion without a lot of [...] > read more
My New Boss
Published on 2012-05-10 14:44:34
He may only be seven weeks old, but he is very demanding on directing my time both day and night. My newborn has definitely changed everything I knew about working from home. He might sleep a lot, but he also feeds and cries a lot at unpredictable times. It always seems I just get him [...] > read more
Back To Work!
Published on 2012-04-30 14:53:55
I am happy to report that my maternity leave is over and I am back! Officially, I am now a full time freelancer and work at home mom to a 6 week old and so far it has definitely been a huge change as I learn to juggle being a mom and running my business. [...] > read more
Book Review: 103 Ways To Create Sharp Blog Content: By Sara Lancaster at No 2 Pen SHARP
Published on 2012-03-08 08:21:51
Have you found yourself sitting down to write your blog article, only to have no idea what to write? It can happen to any writer from time to time. Author Sara Lancaster has been in your place and has written an ebook with 103 ways to not only find something to write for your blog, [...] > read more
Hiatus
Published on 2012-02-24 07:47:10
Hello. This blog will be on hiatus while I take maternity leave. Please look for me again in May. I will miss you all, but am excited to focus on my new family. Thank you. ~Andrea > read more
Know Your Limitations
Published on 2012-02-03 08:17:40
Having always worked full time, I had specific hours I had to work and a boss checking in on my projects to make sure I am on task. Freelancing gives me the freedom to work on my own time. Freelancing part time always gave me the ability to pick my projects and I could always [...] > read more
Transitioning
Published on 2012-01-27 13:13:28
Many life changing events (both professional and personal) have been occurring and I apologize for not being more regular in my blog. Professionally, I will be officially making the transition from full time to freelance. There had been some back and forth because the company I work for wants to keep me as a contractor, [...] > read more
The Art of Negotiation: What You Need to Get the Gig
Published on 2012-01-18 12:40:56
This past year, I have been moonlighting as a freelance editor/writer while still maintaining a full time job. This paycheck security meant that I could take or leave projects with no real financial burden. This means I slacked a bit when it came to 1.) Looking for new clients and 2.) Securing the contract. As [...] > read more
Sprints: Freelancing with a Baby or Toddler Around
Published on 2012-01-12 07:44:51
Katharine O’Moore-Klopf, ELS, a board-certified editor in the life sciences, has been self-employed since 1995. She has helped researchers in more than 20 nations get their articles published in more than 35 US and UK biomedical journals by removing language barriers. On Twitter, where she networked her way into coauthoring a book, Katharine’s handle is [...] > read more
Guest Post: Tips For The Work At Home Freelancer
Published on 2012-01-04 08:37:36
Bio: Louise Harnby is a UK-based professional proofreader with 21 years’ experience in the publishing industry. Freelance since 2006, she is also a mother, a wife, and a Labrador owner. Web address: www.louiseharnbyproofreading.weebly.com I became a freelance proofreader in 2006 when my daughter was two years old. I’d worked ‘in-house’ for a couple of publishing [...] > read more
An Announcement
Published on 2012-01-02 09:58:14
I hope everyone has had a wonderful holiday season! 2012 will be an exciting year for myself and my family as we have a few life changes coming along this year. I will take just a moment to reminisce of what happened in 2011, both personal and professional. Started More Specifically freelance editing/writing business, along [...] > read more
Book Review: The Twitter Book, Second Edition, Tim O’Reilly and Sarah Milstein
Published on 2011-12-20 15:13:39
At only 244 pages, this book is not intimidating to anyone who is interested in knowing what Twitter is and how it works. As long as the reader understands basis computer knowledge, they should be able to read through this book and quickly become a twitter expert. The authors write in easy to understand language [...] > read more
The Downside of the iPad: Part 2
Published on 2011-12-09 12:01:05
I love my iPad when it comes to social media. Following editing colleagues and mentors on twitter is a blessing. Quick email checks to make sure I do not miss out on any important clients is also made easier on the go with the iPad. I want the iPad to be the answer to mobile [...] > read more
The Downside of the iPad: Part 1
Published on 2011-12-08 08:59:21
When the original iPad came out, I was very excited at the possibility to run my freelance business without hauling the laptop with me wherever I went. As a manuscript editor, I felt the iPad had the potential to allow me to bring up a document and edit to my heart’s content. Instead, I feel [...] > read more
Technology: A Necessary Evil
Published on 2011-11-17 11:01:33
After setting up my new routine, I decided it was finally time I update my iPad to the latest version. Before I initiated the update, I made sure to create a backup of all my beloved apps and files since the reason I have an iPad is to run my freelance business. A successful backup [...] > read more
Email Organization
Published on 2011-07-05 12:30:40
A long holiday weekend with family makes it that much harder to jump into the workweek. I decided to spend time this morning organizing my files. I prefer all of my files to be done electronically. The main reason is because it saves paper and allows > read more
Booming: What Fireworks and My Freelance Business Are Doing This Weekend
Published on 2011-07-01 15:02:42
Looking over my schedule for this weekend, I realize that I have projects both personal and professional coming out of my ears. Not that I am complaining. Rather, I am excited that I have so many projects and most of them I am looking forward to work > read more
Buffalo Chicken and Reasons to Freelance Or Not
Published on 2011-06-30 11:36:27
Since we are approaching the big holiday known as the Fourth of July, I thought I would take a look at working in an office setting versus freelancing. I am sitting here partaking in the event at work that always makes my waistline expand – whe > read more
Resumes: Should Writers Waive Fees?
Published on 2011-06-28 13:05:14
Considering the economy and how difficult it is to land a job in this economy, many highly motivated and qualified people are struggling to not only find a job in their field, but find a job at all. I remember being unemployed for six months after a > read more
Contracts: Now You Have a Client!
Published on 2011-06-27 14:57:02
I realize I had not posted in a couple of days. I had a busy last couple of days with regard to freelancing. I had meetings and conference calls this weekend with potential clients. It seems the work all starts to come in at once and so my focus is w > read more
Communication: The Only Way to Get Clients
Published on 2011-06-22 14:34:21
Good communication is necessary for all types of jobs and relationships. As I am gearing up for another conference call today with a prospective client, I began thinking about the pros and cons of meeting a client face to face versus over a phone lin > read more
Coming Out of the Woodwork?
Published on 2011-06-21 11:11:34
Admittedly, I am falling into new territory with juggling a full time job along with the numerous freelance clients that have come across my desk over the last few weeks. Up until now, clients have been coming in once in awhile and most of my time ha > read more
Freelance Lessons From a New Pet
Published on 2011-06-20 12:01:49
I must tell you that this little guy stole my heart when I first saw him over a week ago. This past Friday, he was adopted into our little family and stole my heart. He is quiet and shy to new people – that is, until he warms up and decides you > read more
The Book Every Freelancer Should Own
Published on 2011-06-17 11:54:22
As a shy marketer, this book has been a blessing to me during my freelancing career thus far. Robert W. Bly is widely known in the field of Copyediting, freelance writing, and marketing. He writes from experience and uses specific examples from his c > read more
Book Review: What Every Copy Editor Needs To Read
Published on 2011-06-16 15:55:11
Reading is something every freelance writer or editor must do on a regular basis to keep current. This editor is the type who reads and researches everything in order to come up with a plan of attach. Just as I read textbooks and created projects dur > read more
It’s the Reader’s Turn
Published on 2011-06-15 11:49:56
As I was trying to come up with an article to post for today, I got word that my husband and I are approved to adopt a puppy from foster care. The excitement in our house went up 100% as we work out the details of when he will come into our home for > read more
Networking: Tell Your Friends What You Can Do
Published on 2011-06-14 08:59:15
“The successful networkers I know, the ones receiving tons of referrals and feeling truly happy about themselves, continually put the other person’s needs ahead of their own.” Bob Burg I made the decision at the beginning of this ye > read more
Rejection: The First Step to Freelancing?
Published on 2011-06-10 15:54:46
I officially got dumped by a client this week. I had been regularly writing articles for this specific client for a couple months now. Out of the blue, I receive a notice that my writing was not what he wanted any longer and he had to add too much to > read more
6 iPad Apps To Aid With Freelancing
Published on 2011-06-09 11:49:56
My purchase of the iPad last year was specifically to use it as a tool for freelancing. I feel it has great potential to streamline my business and keep all of my essential information close at all times. Never would I think of taking a laptop to a w > read more
Organizing the Freelance Office
Published on 2011-06-07 09:51:28
There are many ways to organize your office. I must admit I am usually rather organized and was determined to start my freelance business as organized as possible so I would not have to catch up later. Filing Personally, I go back and forth between t > read more
4 Tips About Freelancing From The Dentist
Published on 2011-06-06 15:54:57
The dreaded dentist appointment. I must admit I used to enjoy my twice a year visits, until I had to go in more frequently for a jaw problem I am in the midst of treatment to fix. I decided to pass the time thinking what I could learn from my buddy, > read more
3 Tips to Develop Your Personal Brand
Published on 2011-06-03 11:45:23
The topic of personal branding has come up everywhere in my research. Online and in print when discussing personal marketing technique. What is Personal Brand? Having a personal brand is not something you get, but something you already have had your > read more
Show That Winning Smile: Be Your Brand
Published on 2011-06-02 11:40:34
The benefits of marketing is already starting to show. You will notice on my site that changes are starting to take place as I develop my personal brand. Twitter has become more my friend this week as I seek out the advice of those who have gone befo > read more
Freelancing: Pros and Cons
Published on 2011-06-01 11:56:13
Freelancing is starting to become more regular of a job for many of the population. Especially with the downturn of the economy over the last couple of years. Many professionals are choosing to take their paycheck into their own hands. I currently wo > read more
It’s Official!: More Specifically
Published on 2011-05-31 11:18:25
Over the weekend, I finished a book by Erik Deckers and Kyle Lacy called Branding Yourself: How to Use Social Media to Invent or Reinvent Yourself. Now that I have committed to marketing my freelance business, the first thing I did this weekend was r > read more
Guest Post!
Published on 2011-05-26 13:47:02
Everyone, please support One Woman Marketing by visiting her website. By the way, today’s post is a guest post by me. Please be sure to leave feedback at her site. The Insecure Marketer: Three Steps To Boost Confidence and Sales > read more
Shy Person Marketing
Published on 2011-05-25 09:20:31
I have officially stepped down from my part time evening job. This means I am taking on a more freelance role part time while I still work full time for a software company. The benefit is that I still have a regular paycheck coming from a full time j > read more
When Technology Gets in the Way
Published on 2011-05-20 14:36:19
There was a time where we were told not to talk with our mouth full or interrupt others while they are talking. Now that most of the population has a cell phone, we tend to take the face to face interactions for granted as soon as a call comes throug > read more
Professional and Personal
Published on 2011-05-05 14:16:51
Both professionally and personally, you want to portray yourself the best way you can. You want others to know that you will always come through for them when needed. You want to be trusted and respected and both of these traits must be earned. Profe > read more