Upwork, like all job sites, has its pros and cons. In my experience, freelancers can make some quick cash through this platform, with project quality and pay depending on the individual client.
Tag: Career
Navigating Social Media as a Freelance Writer and Editor
30 years old and technology-averse, I am now navigating social media as a freelance writer and editor.
Writing Goals: Building on What I’ve Already Accomplished
In this post, I discuss setting three goals including 1) Continuing to create content for the organizations I work with now, 2) Identifying more blog-writing opportunities to help expand my portfolio, and 3) Developing a plan for maximizing the potential of Paper Crow Blog.
My Writing Breakdown This Week: Day-by-Day
Photo by Nick Morrison on Unsplash This week, I reminded myself that I can always fit writing time into my schedule - I just need to look for opportunities as they present themselves. I have also been making an effort to recognize my small successes, as I have a tendency to not recognize gradual improvements when I am… Continue reading My Writing Breakdown This Week: Day-by-Day
Gaining Experience Writing for Organizations
Photo by Tran Mau Tri Tam on Unsplash As I have mentioned in previous posts, I recently began seeking opportunities to expand my writing portfolio. The theme of this blog is "Living a Life of Writing," a phrase which summarizes my goal of spending more time focused on my writing. One way I hope to achieve this goal… Continue reading Gaining Experience Writing for Organizations
Weekend Updates
Photo by Eric Rothermel on Unsplash This past week, I have been working to complete several writing tasks while balancing a full-time job, dealing with a broken water heater, and catching up on daily chores after being on vacation for a full week. Needless to say, it has been hectic, but I have managed to stay afloat and… Continue reading Weekend Updates
Steps I Am Taking to Develop My Writing Portfolio
Photo by Beatriz Perez Moya I am happy to report that our little house in the country, once again, has internet. The stubbornly optimistic side of me overpowered the millennial part of me - I actually wasn't too upset we went so long without internet. I honestly think I even enjoyed the detachment from the… Continue reading Steps I Am Taking to Develop My Writing Portfolio
