• I really can’t emphasize the importance of this enough

    I can’t overstate the value of building a network as a freelancer. Or any business owner for that matter. The moment you decide to freelance… and particularly if you’re not remaining in the industry where you may have worked a… Read more…

  • Want to know the best clients to pitch to?

    If you’re doin’ the freelancer hustle… And looking for your next gig… You might find yourself scrounging around on a prospective client’s website. Gleaning what you can about them and what they do. Looking for potential opportunities you could pitch… Read more…

  • Car dramas

    It’s a wonder insurance companies still give us the time of day. But, I guess eye-watering monthly payments have a certain way of keeping their attention. The thing is… This year, it’s been one car drama after another. So, the… Read more…

  • 高速道路

    No… today’s email didn’t get mangled. The subject line is a little Japanese Kanji. And it’s here to help me tell you this little story… At least once a year when we’re talking about driving on the motorway (translation: freeway)…… Read more…

  • My purpose

    Been looking at my from my business plan again… I help freelancers move forwards faster with the setup and sustainable growth of their businesses. Still hold? yes I emphasise speed… speed not always good,… but i have it there because… Read more…

  • Tips for freelance writers stuck in a rut

    February 16th arrived… along with a reply to my daily email. I immediately knew this wasn’t the typical gushing about how awesome yesterday’s email was. Well… maybe I’m overstating that… just a little… Although… please feel free to send fan… Read more…

  • It’s not rocket science…

    Friday just past was the last Friday in April. Which means it was… Arbor Day! 🌲 🌳 🌴 It was launched in Nebraska, in 1872. And was about valuing trees that gave food, shade, and renewable resources. Fun fact… on… Read more…

  • Why am I typing my email at 2:16am?

    It’s 2:16am… and here I am typing my email. What’s going on? Because usually I sleep like a log until 6am. Maybe a little before. Hang on… maybe I do know. Or at least can narrow it down to three… Read more…

  • At times like this, pushing through just isn’t gonna work…

    I’m sitting here at my laptop for a “productivity” session. And… nothing. What? Why? How? Quiet space… check! Time scheduled for writing… check! Laptop out and ready to go… check! But… nothing. And no matter what I do, I just… Read more…

  • Something hamstery this way comes…

    My email from two days ago… along with the clicks and messages in my inbox… are giving me the distinct impression that… Teasing you with the prospect of something cute and hamstery… ought to be my new sales technique! You… Read more…