Freelance Union

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Freelancing is an enticing career path that offers flexibility and independence, allowing individuals to choose their projects and set their schedules. As a freelancer, finding a balance between attracting new clients and managing your workload effectively is essential.

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Make a Living Writing

JANUARY 2, 2025

Wondering if there are online magazines that pay decent freelance writing rates in 2025? But businesses, magazines, and digital publications still have freelance writing jobs they need to fill. Magazines for women Some of these online magazines that pay freelancers also have print versions. You’re not the only one.

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Freelance Union

APRIL 14, 2025

I am a business coach for creative entrepreneurs and freelancers and have dedicated my entire career to helping creative professionals build profitable and successful businesses and careers.  I continue to work with creatives for all stripes and neurotypes, just working with an expanded view and grab bag of tools.

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Make a Living Writing

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Here are 7 companies that pay freelancers. Even if you think Adobe is a spice you buy at Whole Foods, there are a few greeting card companies that accept work from freelance writersno artistic talents needed. Did you know you can earn money by finding greeting card writing jobs? A Smyth Co.,

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Freelance Union

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

This month we are introducing the Freelancer's Creative Lounge & Tech Bar at the Freelancers Hub in Industry City. As a freelancer, you are a specialist in your field with your own unique approach and way of working. One element that unifies all of us in the freelance community is the constant of technology.

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Kayleigh Moore

MAY 13, 2021

Popping in today to share a few lessons learned from my seven years as a full-time freelance writer. Freelance writers have to keep a lot of their own plates spinning, but that doesn’t mean they have to do everything by themselves. This phrase is one I swiped from Convertkit , but it applies to freelance writers, too.

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Freelance Union

DECEMBER 13, 2024

If there’s one thing I’ve learned from working with creative freelancers and small business owners for a couple of decades – most of you don’t love marketing – am I right? There’s a reason why my most popular webinar is called Marketing For Creatives Who Hate Marketing !).

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Elna Cain

APRIL 5, 2023

Writing is a form of creativity, and as freelance writers, it’s our job to write compelling blog posts, white papers, case studies, or any content a client wants. But, really, it’s because I haven’t got the energy to write creatively. All that COGNITIVE LOAD drains me of my creativity.

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Freelance Union

JULY 29, 2024

When you decided to go freelance, did you ever imagine how much time, thought, and energy you’d have to devote to figuring out where you next client is coming from?   Now, this might be an extreme example, but I think all creative freelancers and small business owners can relate to this fear, just a little bit.

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Jane Friedman

MARCH 18, 2025

As creative industries shift, we have to shift with them I was ready to embark upon the fifth iteration of my website. I searched Freelancing Females , a database of freelancers, for a designer who could also advise me on my content strategy and SEO. Her recommendations clashed with my creative instincts.

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Contently

AUGUST 27, 2024

Many companies in marketing, media, or communications rely on freelance contributors, yet brands don’t always know how to effectively integrate these new teammates. Whether you’re looking to find new freelancers or already have external contributors helping out, you’ll benefit from a freelance onboarding process.

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Elna Cain

JANUARY 28, 2023

Fortunately, adding a side hustle like freelance writing, can help you live more freely (travel around the world) and sustainably. One of the best reasons I love about being a freelance writer is you can make up your own salary and rates. I wrote a post a while ago about how to manage your money as a new freelance writer.

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Freelance Union

JULY 23, 2024

has impacted your freelancing here: [link] As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms industries across the globe, freelancers, who make up a significant portion of the modern workforce, are at the forefront of a seismic shift in the labor market. The agency that hired the freelancer told them not to worry, this was happening a lot.

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Freelance Union

JULY 5, 2023

freelancers! We have exciting news to share with you that directly impacts the vibrant freelance community in the City of Angels. It often takes weeks to months to get an invoice paid – if a payment even comes at all –  and freelancers have virtually no remedies when they get stiffed. Good news, L.A.

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Tina Dubinsky

AUGUST 15, 2021

Freelance blogging is the practice of writing blog articles for clients. A freelance blogger can charge per article, per hour or receive an income based on the advertising attached to the article. Often, a freelance blogger works with a creative agency to produce blogs for multiple clients.

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Freelance Magic

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

The word freelance writer has been a buzzword for quite some time now — but what does it actually mean?! According to Askwonder , freelance writing is the third most popular freelancing task, representing 17% of all freelancing in the UK and US. What is freelance writing?

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Freelance Union

MARCH 11, 2025

As a freelancer belonging to a community-based platform, it’s easy to understand the benefits of working with diverse and international teams. In today's universal and online working space, the freelancing world continues to extend even further from a local and community sphere.

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Freelance Magic

OCTOBER 21, 2024

It can be incredibly disheartening when you’re starting out as a freelance writer to come up against the roadblock of having no freelance writing samples. I struggled with this a lot when I started my freelance writing business. The key is to get creative. Plus, it’s easier to stick with it long-term.

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Freelance Union

OCTOBER 15, 2024

What creative ideas, projects, or initiatives are you hatching right now? Oh, because if you’re a freelancer or creative business owner, I know you’ve got a thing or two (or twelve!) Read on for 3 actionable ways busy freelancers can start and complete any project. Why do I ask? rolling around in your head.

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Caroline Gibson

JANUARY 11, 2022

Pop-ups, cookie notices, 404 pages … little teeny things really, and yet a massive opportunity to demonstrate a creative tone of voice for your brand and show just how wonderful and unique it is while also demonstrating brand consistency and attention to detail. Like these … Creative tone of voice: cookie notices.

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Freelance Union

JULY 24, 2023

Hands up if you’re a creative freelancer or entrepreneur who has (or suspects you may have) ADHD. While 7-10% of the general population has an ADHD diagnosis, the rate is estimated to be significantly higher in entrepreneurs and freelancers. 🧠 If your hand is up, you’re in great company! Want to find out?

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Freelance Union

MAY 31, 2023

How a diverse skill set can lead to more creativity and job freedom As a freelancer, having a diverse skill set is incredibly valuable. It not only allows you to be more creative in your approach to projects, but it also gives you the freedom to choose which jobs you want to take on.

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Caroline Gibson

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Russ Lidstone is Group CEO of The Creative Engagement Group ( TCEG ) and was recently hailed as Creative Leader of the Year in the Creativepool Annual Awards 2021. He is also Chair of Trustees for Creative Mentor Network and Chair of the advisory board for isla. That’s exciting for the business I’m in.

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Freelance Union

JULY 2, 2024

The rise of remote work and the gig economy has opened up a world of opportunities for freelancers. No longer bound by geographic limitations, freelancers can tap into a global marketplace, offering their services to clients interstate and across the globe.

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Freelance Union

MAY 17, 2024

This article is sponsored by Creative Expressions. Click Here to sign up for their free grant writing webinar at the Freelancers Hub on June 4th. Grants for creatives can spark both feelings of excitement and confusion. The key to demystifying this process is in the essence of creatives aligning with their purpose and skillset.

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Freelance Magic

MARCH 15, 2023

By Juwaria Merchant In the world of freelancing, cold pitching is treated as the be-all and end-all to land clients. Cold pitching, if done right, can do wonders for your freelancing career. After all, you’re a self-respecting freelancer who has a lot to offer and has the ability to make your clients a lot of money.

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Freelance Magic

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

My latest podcast episode is all about the future of freelancing: Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you’ve probably heard all the talk about ChatGPT for writers—will it replace us? How freelance writers can use ChatGPT to their advantage And no, I don’t mean by asking it to churn out fluffy 500-word pieces. It’s endless.

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Freelance Writing Jobs

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Too many creative writers neglect the basics of sales copywriting when writing for retail brands. Retail Copywriting vs. Creative Writing: 7 Differences to Consider Here are some things to consider if you’re a creative writer who is exploring retail copywriting for the first time. Retail clients have different needs.

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Freelance Union

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The dream of traveling the world as a freelance photographer is one many people share. The thrill of exploration paired with the creativity of capturing unique moments makes this career unlike any other. In addition, networking with freelancers can help you learn more about working as a travel photographer across the US and worldwide.

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Freelance Writing Jobs

APRIL 7, 2024

billion global workforce are freelancers. Even worse is that this figure keeps increasing every minute and adds to the already saturated freelance market. That means you have to put in more effort to compete with dozens or even hundreds of other freelancers for a spot. billion of the total 3.38 Not really.

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Freelance Union

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

It feels like every week, there’s new groundbreaking tech that’s shifting the playing field for freelancers across the globe. But that’s just one example of the many trends that are currently shaping the independently-driven freelancing community.

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Freelance Writing Jobs

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Creative writing isn’t always easy. Even the most creative writer sometimes finds himself/herself stuck on a chapter, a scene, or a paragraph. You can also turn to other things that may help bring more out of you – creative writing prompts. Sources: Writing Forward , Creative Writing Now

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Freelance Union

JULY 23, 2024

Freelance writing is freeing because you can work from anywhere and set your own schedule.   Here are six things that might be ruining your focus on doing creative work and workarounds to address them. Poor Interior Design One study found that interior design affects human behaviors , including productivity, creativity and mood.

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Kayleigh Moore

AUGUST 22, 2022

Will companies move more writing work in-house, cutting freelance budgets? We can’t know what the future holds, but having a few income streams can help offset some of the current “weirdness” when it comes to freelance work (or even full-time work, for that matter. For the first half of this year, I’ve been inundated with work.

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Smart Blogger

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Whether you’re a seasoned freelance writer or a new writer with no experience, freelance writing jobs that pay are still plentiful in 2022, 2023, and beyond — if: You know where to look… You know how to promote yourself… And you know how to differentiate yourself from your fellow writers. That’s where we come in.

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Freelance Union

JULY 9, 2024

On the heels of Independence Day (or as we call it at the Freelancers Union, “Indepedents Day”) I wanted to give an update on our ongoing efforts to support freelancers like you. The passage of the Freelance isn’t Free Act by the States of New York and Illinois are evidence of our work together.

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Enchanting Marketing

JANUARY 14, 2025

But for small businesses and freelancers, life is different. How to stay creative Creativity can seem fickle. Secondly, review what else is required to keep your creative soul happy. What feeds your creative soul? Or try a new creative writing technique. You can’t fake it. Sound familiar?

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