03 November 2009 |
Freelancing Tips |
Tamara
The needs and lifestyle of a freelancer are unique, and we know it’s hard to find advice that deals specifically with your world. So, we’ve gathered up ten websites and blogs we think every freelancer should know about to help make the most of the freelance lifestyle:
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JUNE WALKER: Tax and Financial Advisor to the Self-Employed …
From - June Walker, tax consultant
Asset - Tax advice for freelancers in the US
Read - “Get an EIN for Security Reasons” by June Walker
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CONSULTANT JOURNAL
From - Andrea Coutu, founder, marketing consultant
Asset - Scam warnings, tax and financial planning info, marketing info
Read - “How Commenting on Blogs Markets Your Business” by Andrea Coutu
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FREELANCE LIVING
From - Chris King, author, freelancer; various contributors
Asset - Inspiration, guidance, advice
Read - “What’s Your Business Model” by C.J. Hayden, MCC
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ZEN HABITS: Simple Productivity
From - Leo Babauta, Zen master, author
Asset - Productivity advice, work/life balance
Read - “The Slow Secret: How to Make Lasting Changes in Your Life” by Leo Babauta
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THE SELF-EMPLOYMENT BLOG: Practical Tips for Success
From - Karen Greenstreet, small business consultant; various contributors
Asset - Thoughts on marketing yourself and your business, inspirational video clips
Read – “It’s So Important to Take Time Off” by K. Greenstreet
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FREELANCERS UNION
From - Freelancers Union (Exec. Director Sara Horowitz)
Asset - Insurance, legal advice, retirement and political advocacy
Read - “Unpaid Wages: How to Collect” by Gabrielle
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THE ANTI 9 to 5 GUIDE: Practical Career Advice for Women Who Think Outside the Cube
From - Michelle Goodman, freelancer and author
Asset - Wisdom targeted to women, but good for all
Read - “Recession Ethics for Freelancers” by M. Goodman
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UNDRESS FOR SUCCESS: Work From Home Resources and Advice
From - Kate Lister and Tom Harnish
Asset - Advice, scam awareness, resources
Read - “2008 Telecommuting Stats”
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BRAZEN CAREERIST: Advice at the Intersection of Work and Life
From - Penelope Trunk, entrepreneur
Asset - Solid career advice for those at home or at work
Read – “Focus on Learning in the Face of Recession” by P. Trunk
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EXPIREMENTS IN LIFESTYLE DESIGN
From - Timothy Ferriss, author
Asset - Inspiration, motivation
Read - “How to Respond to Criticism” by T. Ferriss
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Working from home can either liberate you or weigh you down — it’s all about how you do it. Having worked from home for over a decade, I’ve learned what works and what just creates more work. Here at oDesk, you’ll find the tips and tools to do it right.
- Tamara
Andrea Coutu from Consultant Journal
November 3rd, 2009 at 12:00 pm
Thanks for the mention — and the great list of resources. It’s also great to discover your site as another fantastic resource for this community.
Tamara
November 3rd, 2009 at 12:22 pm
Thanks, Andrea! We don’t want to toot our own horn … but the oDesk Blog is a pretty great resource!
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Chris King
November 3rd, 2009 at 3:34 pm
Thank you so much for adding Freelance Living to your great resource list. And, yes, I am delighted to find your blog. I will give it a plug next week in my Random Tips & Productive Resources e-newsletter.
Chris King
June Walker
November 15th, 2009 at 6:21 pm
Hello Tamara,
Thank you for pointing freelancers to my site.
Self-employeds need as much help as they can get whether it’s about taxes, marketing, or any other element of business. Your blog is a reliable, accurate and interesting source for so many. We indies appreciate your commitment to helping us all.
Best,
June Walker
Candace Davies
January 7th, 2010 at 2:04 pm
These are some excellent resources for those that have a freelance lifestyle. I will bookmark the sites to refer to often.
Thanks for this information.
To your success!
Candace