21st Century Hustle: Freelancing in the Fast-Moving Gig Economy
Freelancing comes with a steep learning curve.
Freelancing: Is it ever appropriate to walk away from the money?
Freelancing doesn’t mean free – you don’t want to give away your work. But there are some special cases were it makes sense to forgo the paycheck.
Media Insider: ESPN Sheds On-Air Talent, #EbonyOwes Trends on Twitter, The New York Times Is Now On Snapchat Discover
Welcome to Media Insider, PR Newswire’s round-up of media stories from the week. DEADSPIN | KEVIN DRAPER A Running List of ESPN Layoffs You may have heard about ESPN’s plans to cut on-air talent. Deadspin’s Kevin Draper has a running list of cuts that are reported or announced by ESPN. Those laid off turned to Twitter to…
Freelancers: Don’t Make These 5 Mistakes That Kill Your Credibility
The life of a freelancer can be exhilarating and full of surprises. But this career path is not without challenges. It’s important to be aware and prepared once these challenges present themselves. I’ve been a freelancer, and I’ve managed freelancers. Having experience on both ends of the spectrum, I know the mistakes freelancers should avoid. Here…
Tick tock, freelancers: Here’s the quick and dirty guide to getting your taxes done right
We’re closing in on April 15, folks. If you freelance, there are a lot of ducks you need to get in a row to properly file taxes next week. Ideally, you’ve been solidly managing your paperwork and finances for the last 12 months. The first thing freelancers need to keep in mind is estimated tax…
Freelancers: Here’s How to Avoid Costly Mistakes at Tax Time
To the outside world, it would appear freelancing offers many advantages. You get to be your own boss, set your schedule, manage responsibilities, and submit work in a timely manner. But the reality is there’s a ton of discipline that goes along with this lifestyle, and at no other time is this more apparent than…
Media Insider: Facebook Spotlights Local News, 4 Steps to Collaborating with Ethic Media, and Are Student Journalists Vulnerable Under Trump?
Welcome to Media Insider, PR Newswire’s round up of media stories from the week. FACEBOOK MEDIA | JOSH MABRY Spotlight on Local News: February 6, 2017 Facebook has a local news series that highlights interesting ways local news outlets are engaging their Facebook audience and building stronger ties with local news. The latest in the series…
