A big temptation when starting freelancing or when business is slow is picking off the low-dangling fruit. Desperate for any work, it is all too easy to accept low-paying jobs. Taking on low-paying jobs in itself is not always necessarily a bad thing. If you’re lucky enough to take on…

Ask anyone what a writer does, and they will probably come up with some romantic notion of them sitting on a beach, sipping an ice-cold drink and tapping away on their laptop. Or how about sipping coffee in a cafe while bashing out the next bestseller? In reality, most writers…

We all need to put a stop to this — I’m a freelance writer with a creative agency on my books and was looking to add another. Browsing through Upwork, I came across a promising opportunity with an agency. I got in contact, sent through my details, and everything looked promising until those dreaded words — we’ll need you to…

An intriguing technique everyone should have in their toolkit — I’ve always found the power of the mind fascinating, so I jumped at the chance to experience a session of Havening with Emma from The Mind Mermaid. Disclaimer: I received one session in return for my review. Everything I describe should not be tried without the advice of a professional…

And thank you for your service — I’m British. I have, until now, only ever known one monarch on the throne my entire life. And today was her state funeral as she was laid to rest at the grand age of 96. Now, I’m not exactly a Royal supporter, nor am I against the monarchy either. I…

It’s easy to lose your way without a focus — After I left university, I toyed with several career choices. I took a writing course and made an attempt at a career as a writer. I also made plans to start a web design business. Thankfully that business never left the planning stage as I’m terrible at design. I eventually…

Instead, I’m going to be building habits for success — I’d like to say it’s a new year and new start and all that except the new year crept up far too quickly and I wasn’t very prepared. …

Winter is coming. — As I drive home I can see that people have already put up their Christmas decorations. Are we really almost in December already? So many people are looking forward to a normal Christmas this year. …

And grow a thick skin — Handing in your notice and skipping off into the freelance sunset is a dream for many. You believe that once you’re your own boss, the clients and the money will come rolling in. …