Note from Lisa: Are you trying to kickstart your freelance writing career? Elise from HireWriters.com has some great advice for busy moms who are trying to get started. Take it away Elise... If you’re a busy stay-at-home mom, you’ve probably thought about the best ways to make real money working from home more than once. And it’s easy to dismiss a good idea that feels too good to be true. Even though we’re living in a world that is going more and more freelance, running any kind of ...
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Want to Be a Successful Freelancer? You Need This Character Trait
Successful freelancers share many character traits. I wrote about five of those traits a few years ago. But I realized I had forgotten the most important one! This trait can make or break your at-home business. It can mean the difference between success or failure as a freelancer. It's that important! Wondering what that trait is? It's flexibility. Why Flexibility? As a freelancing mom, you've got a ton on your plate. You're balancing taking care of your house, raising ...
How to Create a Resume as a Freelancing Mom
Wondering how to create a resume as a freelancing mom? You're in the right spot! Keep reading for tips on how to showcase your skills and experience. "Please include your resume." It's amazing how one little sentence on a job posting can make us freeze. Now that I have almost two years of freelancing experience, creating a resume as a freelancing mom is a little easier. But, when I was first starting out it was a huge obstacle. You see, back when I was a teacher, the whole resume ...
20 Stocking Stuffers for Writers in Your Life
With the holiday season approaching, gifts are probably on your mind. This list of stocking stuffers for writers can help you narrow down the possibilities. Writers are creative. They have a way with words and are constantly thinking outside the box and dreaming up new ideas. That's why it's important to select thoughtful gifts that'll encourage their love of writing. To make it easier for you, I've divided the list into two sections -- stocking stuffers for young writers (which has ideas ...
25 Gifts for Kids to Inspire a Love of Writing
Are you looking for the perfect gift to give the young writers in your life? Here are 25 writing gifts for kids that can help inspire their love for writing. I love giving gifts, and planning the perfect present for each person is something I genuinely enjoy. But I'm not fond of clutter. With 11 kids to buy for, stuff piles up quickly! So I try to think of gifts for kids and adults alike that don't just take up space. I like things that have a purpose. And the 25 items below do ...
50 Screen Free Winter Activities for Kids While You Work
If you're feeling stuck inside this season, try these screen-free winter activities for kids. They're a great way to overcome cabin fever and keep your kids engaged so you can get some work done! My kids enjoyed helping me brainstorm this list. Now, they love being able to pick different ideas off of it to try each day during Family Writing Time. To make this list easy to use, I broke them down by theme. Find a topic your kids enjoy, and pick an activity. Let's get this winter fun ...