Tag Archives: Elaine Pofeldt

From Columnist to Ebook Author: Tina Traster’s Journey

I’ve worked with Tina Traster for the past couple of years as the editor of one of her columns, Hits & Misses, a chronicle of the dramatic highs and lows that come with the entrepreneurial life, for Crain’s New York Business. When I found … Continue reading

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Survey: Freelancers Thrive in 2012; Optimistic about 2013

Traditional job seekers may be taking a beating in the current employment market, but for freelancers, the picture is a lot rosier. At least that’s what an annual poll released today by the Elance suggests. Results are based on a … Continue reading

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Lia Lee, Anne Fadiman and Lessons In Narrative Nonfiction

I couldn’t let more time go by without mentioning the obituary I saw last weekend in the New York Times, for Lia Lee, the central character in Anne Fadiman’s narrative nonfiction near-classic, The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down. … Continue reading

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The State of Freelancers on International Freelancers Day

As you may know if you’re on the same email lists as I am, today is International Freelancers Day. I’m going to set aside some time to attend the free, virtual International Freelancers Day Conference, which has some interesting sessions … Continue reading

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Attract Clients on Social Media Sites

We all know that using sites like Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn can be an easy way to put off work on a big project. But these sites can also be useful. Personally, I’ve gotten a substantial amount of business through … Continue reading

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Ready To Quit Your Job? Read This First

Lots of people are unhappy at work these days. If you’re among them, you may be wondering if it’s time to ditch it all and finally start that home-based catering business or consultancy that’s been in the back for your mind … Continue reading

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How Much to Charge for Blogging

If you’re wondering what rates to seek for blog writing, you’re not alone, judging by the search terms used to find our site. The confusion is not surprising, given that rates are all over the map. I’ve found that clients typically … Continue reading

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How Will Freelancers Fare in the Health Reform?

When I started freelancing five years ago, my family’s health insurance premiums were approximately $19,200 per year. Starting in November, they will be $36,000 a year, thanks to two straight years where we saw increases of $600 a month. It’s … Continue reading

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Lessons on Thriving in the New Economy

I was riveted by Hanna Rosin’s cover story in the New York Times magazine, “Who Wears the Pants in This Economy?” The story looks at how the power balance has shifted in the community of Alexander City, Ala. as prestigious … Continue reading

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The Scoop: High-Paying Contract Work

If you’ve been fantasizing about leaving a nightmare job to go out on your own or have discovered that your days on the corporate mothership are numbered in this tough economy, you won’t want to to miss the latest New York Times … Continue reading

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