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It can seem overwhelming when you’re trying to figure out what business is right for you. The great thing about starting a new freelance venture is that you don’t have to know every step you’ll take before you launch.
Each new decision point brings with it new choices. Thinking about those choices now won’t necessarily help you out […]

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I’ve updated my archives page for easier browsing and searching. You should now be able to expand each month and view all post titles.
If you’ve just joined FreelanceSprout, the archives should get you caught up.
Enjoy and have a great weekend!

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The Internet was made for writers. Why? Because writers love to communicate. And the Internet is all about communication.
So, how can a writer take advantage of this wonderful marketing opportunity? By writing!
The following four guidelines can help you, as a freelance writer, market yourself online.

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In a previous post, I talked about how simplifying your life can actually help you reach your freelance goals faster.
It would be fair to say that our typical “middle class” lives are busy, overcommitted, and costly. Costly in terms of how much we need to earn to maintain our lifestyles and costly in terms of […]

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One aspect of freelancing that I often see people overlook is estimating replacement income. Freelancing may not necessarily require you to make more money but it will certainly require you to keep a close watch on your finances. 
If you’re currently a salaried or hourly employee, there’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes within your company […]

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