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For years I wanted to be a full-time freelance journalist so I could finally write on my own terms. But I was convinced I could never make a decent living as a freelancer.
Then, one day I thought, “But what if I can?”
One day I simply decided to believe I could make it work. And I did!
I’ve been a successful full-time freelancer for over a year now – in the midst of a pandemic.
Here’s how you can go full-time freelance, too.
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Before I became a full-time freelance writer, I juggled being a high school English teacher with regularly writing stories for half a dozen different publications.
Now that I freelance full time, my schedule can be just as busy as I’m doing freelance journalism for publications, freelance content writing for businesses and non-profits and working to grow the See Jane Write brand and community.
Related Reading: What Life as a Full-Time Freelance Writer Is Really Like
So, how do I keep track of everything? How do I make sure I’m meeting my deadlines, growing my personal brand, and still making time for self-care and hanging out with hubs? Two words — Day Designer!
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Brace yourself. I’m about to blog about journaling – again. A few months ago on Instagram, I stumbled upon the Same Page Journal, a couples journal designed by husband and wife team Alex and Caitlin Godwin to help couples practice healthy and intentional communication.
Time with my journal and time with my boo? Sign me up!
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It’s time for another edition of Currently!
With this feature, I share with you what I’m currently into in hopes that you’ll find something that inspires you.
So let’s review what I’m currently watching, reading, writing, planning, and loving.
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Over the past week or so, I’ve been posting a lot about freelance writing both here on this blog and on Instagram. Today someone on IG asked, “Exactly what is freelance writing?”
The person who asked said she thought it was a “dumb question” but it’s not AT ALL. In fact, I know people who have been writing for years who don’t fully understand what freelance writing is.
So, here’s a crash course in Freelance Writing 101.
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