Did you know that freelancers make up about a third of the U.S. workforce? I didn’t either, until I listened to Brian’s Unemployable podcast episode from last week.
What I did know is that freelancers have always been a wonderful part of our audience on Copyblogger. This week, we have a lot of great content to support freelance success — whether you’re freelancing full-time or you have a “side hustleâ€? in addition to a more traditional job.
On Monday, I let you know about a program that’s very dear to me — our Certification program for content marketers. This is a program for writers who want to learn more about content strategy … and get the chance to apply for our list of recommended writers. The post tells you more about how the program works, and how to get involved.
On Tuesday, Stefanie outlined three “TET” factors professional writers need to create a strong business for themselves. She’s set out a ton of specific advice and resources for you here, so go grab it.
And on Wednesday, I announced our content challenge prompts for May — one to make you more productive, and one to make you more creative. Anyone can benefit from these, but they’ll definitely be useful if you’re creating your own professional path. I’ll be very curious to see what you do with these this month!
On The Digital Entrepreneur, Sean Jackson and Jessica Frick talked with Jess Ostroff about best practices when it’s time to bring a contractor or employee into your business.
Stay free, and we’ll catch you next week!
Chief Content Officer, Rainmaker Digital
Catch up on this week’s content
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2017 Content Excellence Challenge: The May Prompts
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Reader Comments (5)
A third of the citizens? That’s a shocking figure. Where are the jobs promised by this administration?
This reminds me of the stories I used to read as a kid, those old wise tales. Such an enjoyable read, thanks for sharing Sonia Simone!
Super surprising that freelancers make up 1/3 of the U.S workforce. It’s crazy most of the people I know who are traditionally employed also do freelance work on the side. I’m a freelance marketing consultant and for me it’s exciting to see so many other people choosing to go the freelance route instead of taking a traditional career.
You’re right, Daniel. I know a lot of colleagues, too. Most common are graphics, IT (dev), and writing. Some of my friends have become a “full-time” freelancer. There are pros and cons of freelancing, and I think as long as it works for someone, then it should be good.
Wow, interesting post. Thanks. I wonder why it has such a bad reputation. (atleast from those I know)
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