It’s about getting paid what you’re worth. — One of the nice things about having a traditional job is knowing you can expect a paycheck regularly and that you have a good idea of how much that check will be worth. That’s not necessarily so. Unless you’ve managed a yearly retainer payable on a schedule, you may have…

This is a good thing. Here’s why. — In Rhode Island, I’m a member of the What Cheer Writers Club, a group for writers from a wide range of genres and styles. It’s a fantastic organization that gives Ocean State writers access to tools, workspace, networking opportunities, and mutual support. Over the past couple of years, they have…

There are still some good reasons to stay. — This is my 450th article since I joined Medium in December 2019. Jeez. That’s a lot of words. But has it been worth it? Things started out strong. I had some solid stats and regularly made over $100 on the Partner Program. Everything pointed to the possibility that if I…

You’ll never run out of ideas. — I write a lot. If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you do too. I also bet many of you find yourselves at a loss for what to write about. I get it. It can be challenging to come up with something new or fresh every time you sit…

You got off to a great start. Now what? — Whether you’re new to freelancing or you’ve been doing this for many years, it’s a good idea to consider the health of your business and what the future has in store. Ask yourself this critical question. What can you do to make your business a better one? You could be…

Stress is for other people. Not you. — Life is overwhelming at times, isn’t it? Lord knows, I feel the pressure from time to time and end up feeling too stressed. Bills. Child care. Chores. More bills. Work. Work. These and a hundred other responsibilities sometimes pile up, demanding my attention. So what to do? Fortunately, I have…

Build more robust sales through a better landing page. — You have only one chance to grab your reader. Don’t blow it. In the world of books, many otherwise exceptional books get ignored simply because the author failed to engage the reader on page one. Similarly, when seeking to generate leads from your website, you want to provide a solid…

Sometimes inspiration needs a good nudge. — We all have those days when it’s hard to find inspiration. It happens to everyone. Name an author, artist, musician, or any other creative type, and I guarantee you they’ve fallen into a rut at one point or another. Probably many times. Yes, even folks like Neil Gaiman and Lady…

A cybersecurity guide for small-to-medium (SMB) businesses. — The necessity for strong network security becomes more important as businesses rely more and more on technology to keep their competitive advantage. A data leak or a major outage can be far more detrimental to a company’s brand than anything else. It’s crucial to know how to safeguard your network…