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That Freelance Writing Job is Whack!

September 1, 2011 4 Comments

typewriterLots of you have indicated in comments here and on my various guest posts that you are digging my tips about working as a freelance writer.

In that light, I’d like to point you to the JobMob website, where I have recently shared my advice on identifying the scammers and schemers of the online freelancing world.

Check out Top 10 Signs of the Worst Freelance Writing Jobs Ever.

As always, if you have questions you’d like to ask me about freelance writing, drop me a note.

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Writers' Week 2011, Writing & Freelance
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Emily Suess is a freelance marketing copywriter in Indianapolis, Indiana and a regular contributor at Small Business Bonfire.
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  • Paul Little

    “When should I apply to that job posting, and when I should I run like hell?”

    Your article addresses the second question. What about the first?

    • http://blog.emilysuess.com Emily Suess

      Well, hrrmm, maybe the part about going with your gut? I’m sure someone will just assume something for me, since I’m too lazy to fix that.

  • Elisabeth Kauffman

    Great article. I have stayed mostly out of the freelance world so far because of a “fear of the internet scam”. It helps to have some pointers for identifying a dud.

  • http://www.literalmom.com Missy | The Literal Mom

    Awesome list and I didn’t know a lot of it  newbie that I am  thanks!