A six-figure freelancer talks about why thinking like creative entrepreneurs can help writers build the passive income they desire. A few questions before we begin: Someone spent weeks creatively designing a theme, then coding it. That required technical know-how, creativity, even graphics that those of us who use free themes don’t pay for. You’re a […]
I Retired My Husband. Here’s What I Learned
If somebody had told me what I share in this post, I might not have self sabotaged so greatly. In April this year, I published the following post in one of my writing groups: In 2002, my first full-time job in India paid Rs 6,000 (approx. £60) per month. In 2002, my first freelance assignment […]
How To Stay At The Top Of Your Game
Too busy and finding it hard to stay at the top of your game? This journalist and author has the trick. My biggest strength—and therefore, my biggest flaw—is that I’m a perfectionist. If I’m doing something, even if it’s a blog post or a small freebie for promotional purposes, I’m going to make sure that […]
What To Do When You Feel Like You’re Losing Your Shit
What can you do when you’re overwhelmed, underpaid, or going through an I-hate-writing phase? Try the following. Feel like you’re losing your shit? I have a story for you. But first, I have a confession: I’m a binge pitcher. Okay, I have another confession: I binge on everything. Not in my personal life as much, […]
How I Found Five Additional Hours In My Work Week
I decided it was time to optimize the way in which I use my time. If my fleeting presence on this blog hasn’t been indication enough, let me tell you, it’s been a busy few weeks in the Khullar Relph household, mostly because of health and family issues. As my hours got reduced and my […]