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Freelancers who have Qs about project contracts, invoicing, finding clients, and how to price themselves.
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I don’t know how anyone really double dips. It’s terrifying and psychologically so difficult. Sure it’s great money but at what cost? Your mental health and a life outside of work are just worth so mu… more

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Any freelance CDs/GCDs/ECDs out there who know American sports well and have the work in their portfolio to back it up? If so please drop a link to your website below as I might have a fun project for… more

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You guys, I just got made undundant. They no longer need a human to do my job.

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Freelancers making $250k+ annually: what’s your secret? Do you double/triple dip? Do you charge project rates? Do you have high hourly or daily rates? Share your secrets! 🙏

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Mandates for part time engagements

My trend of agencies who need me for “about 20 hrs a week” continues. Grateful for the work but the squishiness re: when/how much I’ll actually be working is frustrating. I wante… more

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Writers, are you getting bites for work? If so, at small agencies, directly for clients or holding company agencies?

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Is $2,000/day out of touch these days? What are elite rates that people are getting?

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Agencies!

You have to pay us if we are working hourly, and are on the clock, waiting or not.

Or have the balls to say that up front in the interview process and watch the push back you receive.

What is… more

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Is it just me or is this offensively low?

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Anyone here have experience invoicing U.S. clients while living abroad?

Wondering if companies tend to be resistant or if they generally don’t care (assuming you’re legally allowed to work/paying taxes… more

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People who have set up a retainer with a client - how in the world did you do it? Feel free to DM me if you don’t want to share your secrets with the world.

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What is the best self dental insurance that has high coverage for cavities but is reasonably priced? (Not eligible for state insurance)

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Hey folks — I’m open for freelance projects at the Group Art Supervisor / ACD (Art) level in the pharma and health advertising space.

If anyone’s looking for a creative partner or knows an agency/recru… more

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I’m pretty well-respected always booked very experienced and definitely no stranger to everyone’s opinion. I have this one small ind agency client that pays good 1099 money so they’re always in rotati… more

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Any CD/ACD writers open ASAP for a gig kicking off next week? Have something lined up, but team is still looking to lock in a copy partner w/ earned media campaign + CPG Food experience in their book.… more

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Anyone know the rate for freelance group copy sups in NYC? (Health)

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Hi all, I’m a writer looking for help with RFPs. I’m considering hiring a VA or a part-time RFP writer. Does anyone have any leads or advice?

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Freelancer with LLC, so get set up under 1099. I’m starting a new 6 month contract and the agency is saying I need to have full insurance for my company and worker’s comp. Has anyone dealt with this b… more

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How do you decide when to draw the line between flexibility and self-respect?

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I don't think I can ever adjust to going into the office anymore.

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Looking to partner up with an ACD/Sr. writer for long term freelance! DM me and let’s swap books

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Do we have a website developer here that can build a GEO friendly website in the EdTech space?

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How much is a fair rate for my first SEO blog post? (Not sure on details yet, but likely several 1000-word blog posts for a therapist’s practice.)

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So, how long has everyone been working remotely? I haven’t been inside an office since March of 2020. I’m pretty sure I don’t know how to function in a traditional office setting anymore.

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What's your go to podcast to listen to while working?

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How many of you get 1.5x an hour overtime at your gig? Seriously the best thing ever. Amazes me how many full time folks wish they could get a raise and there’s ours right there.

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I am and agency freelancer with a month to month contract that ends in a few days. I think my current agency assumes I’ll renew, but I have an offer for another place for 6 months. How much notice sho… more

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Which site is better for finding new clients these days Fiverr or Upwork?

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How many jobs or gigs are everyone juggling at the moment? The answer is three for me. A bit stressful but the money is pretty good.

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So, is the age of remote work really ending? I know a lot of companies have pulled the plug on remote work but why are so many businesses trying to force their temporary contractors into the office? I… more

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For those of you who have double dipped, do you update your LinkedIn afterwards? I always list each gig as a separate job but I’ve never double dipped for a significant period of time. Of course I wou… more

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Any writers looking for a new partner? Been working solo for too long and looking to get back into a team situation. Send me a DM if you want to chat

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My six month contract at a tech firm is ending. They didn’t have enough work for me but I found a lot of things to do so I wasn’t sitting on my hands. However, they told me I needed to be more “visibl… more

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Does anyone else feel a bit of dread every time you get a new job opportunity, like you secretly hope it doesn’t work out? 😬

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Ever since I went freelance, my projects have become more and more boring. Advice on how to create cool work and take on projects that align with where you want to go, while also considering that the … more

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Are there any APAC strategists who want to connect? I am based in South Korea and am genuinely seeking opportunities outside of this country. I would love to hear your overall experience, and mostly t… more

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What’s a going senior freelance rate in NYC?

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Existential question: If nobody’s hiring, why do agencies need recruiters and what do they do all day?

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I just want to produce fun work with great people. And get paid well. And have it last for at least six months.

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You’re briefed on 3 emails on a Monday due the next Monday. You’re not given hours. How many do you charge?

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