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Before You Sign that Contract. . .
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African Writers Meet 17 -Learn, network and pitch your dreams!
“There are a few opportunities in Nigeria, where budding writers, bloggers, authors, content writers, and poets can come together to network, learn from mentors and pitch their dreams to people that have the power to propel their careers into a quick start. The African Writers as an organization was created to bring these writers together…
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How to easily get Freelance writing jobs in Nigeria
Nigeria commands a number of firsts in sub-Saharan Africa. For starters, she has the largest population on the continent. This fact makes her a top destination for businesses and foreign investors. Internet penetration in Nigeria is also on the rise. This increase has brought about a new vista of jobs and careers, notable among them…
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The Employer-Freelancer Code
Yes! You read right! There is an Employer-Freelancer code or should I just say there really should be an Employer-Freelancer code? Because in my mind, I like to believe there is one and just because it is invincible doesn’t mean it’s not existing. What is an Employer-Freelancer Code? An Employer-Freelancer Code is simply that piece…
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How to Manage your Long-Distance Clients
Finding clients and managing them is one of the most talked about issues in freelancing. Many blogs and freelancing sites have a lot of helpful information on this issue, however, very few provide content on how to manage long-distance clients or long distance relationships (since this isn’t a website about love or marriage, I’m sure…
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Dear Writer: When the Platform is Familiar. . .
Dealing with a familiar platform can be a challenging thing to do in Freelancing because it tends to lead to what can be referred to as a breach of professionalism. What is a familiar platform? A platform is familiar when the founder/curator of the platform is known to you either as a friend, acquaintance or…
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How to get more freelance jobs this month
So you are a Freelancer. You are basking in the euphoria of being in charge of your time, resources and schedule. For the sole aim of providing services to clients at agreed fees and commissions. You are also in the freelance business because aside pursuing your passion with it, you also expect to earn a…
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How to deal with uncooperative clients
A couple of months ago, a friend of mine who is a freelance writer paid a visit to me. We exchanged pleasantries and began to talk about various issues. Not too long in the discussion, I asked about his freelance business and his reply was rather surprising. He told me that it wasn’t going smoothly…
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BEFORE YOU START THAT WEBSITE/BLOG FREELANCE JOB. . .
Freelancing as a Website/Blog Content Writer is one of the commonest freelancing jobs that come handy in the Freelancesphere and as much as this is true, it is one kind of Freelancing that is hinged on a proper definition. That is, if it’s not properly and well-defined, it can lead to misconceptions on both parties…
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A Comprehensive Guide to Networking for Freelancers
Running a freelance service is fun. It has so many perks attached to it; freedom, flexible working hours, and ability to earn extra money if you’re combining it with another job. As attractive as it may seem, freelancing can also be really frustrating especially if you are not getting any projects. This is the dilemma…
