Beyond the Rhetoric

It’s easy for freelance writers to pigeon-hole themselves into one particular type of writing within one particular niche. This may be work for some people, since they can better position themselves as experts in their fields, but I’m more inclined to diversify my interests.
In an effort to further legitimize my position as a professional [...]

There is a common misconception out there than a regular job is more stable and reliable than starting your own freelance business. While there are certainly advantages to a regular job, the freelance route can be recession resistant because you are not relying on a single income source. By having multiple clients, you can ensure [...]

I’ve always enjoyed writing so this freelance writing career was a natural fit and one of the best decisions that I’ve made in my life. At the same time, it can be daunting to consider all the other things that come along with an entrepreneurial endeavor like this.
With that in mind, we take a [...]

While you don’t have to start compiling all of your receipts and other forms just yet, it is probably a good idea to start getting your ducks in a row in preparation for income tax season. If you choose to complete your own income tax return rather than rely on an accountant, you probably want [...]

Whether it’s something you want to acknowledge or not, it is something that will be coming across your desk in the next couple of months. That’s right, folks, it’s income tax season again.
*pause for grumbles*
This means that it’s time for you to get all of your paperwork in order and to buy some tax [...]