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Time to look for more work

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I really sympathize with Oma. It's time for me to look for more
freelance writing assignments!

Until last November, I had a year-long ten hour a week contract as a fundraising consultant, which covered my basics. I filled in with freelance writing assignments. I primarily write business and nonprofit communications (case studies, case statements, brochures, websites, and so on), but I also write the quarterly social services column for a teacher's union newspaper.

Since I've had this mystery illness, I've only been able to work about 20 hours a week. The freelance work fits perfectly with my need for flexibility, and I greatly prefer writing over consulting. I was aqctually glad when my contract ended so I could focus more on writing! But I was away for a few months and didn't work during that time. Now my bank account is screaming!!! Fortunately, I am in the middle of one assignment and have two others promised, but who knows when those two will really come through.

So time to pound the pavement----my least favorite part of freelancing. Wish me luck!
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Hi Celia...seems like several of us are going though some job changes at the moment. Good luck in finding your next assignment! Take care...JJ
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Celia,

I suspected you were a writer, since your posts are always well organized, and technically correct. And, you seem to be adept at researching topics. Also, your post in the "Journals" forum reminds me of a brochure writer.

That's what I need to look into--writing. Working outdoors, in weather like this, sucks. LOL. Good luck on your search for new assignments.

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Post by Liz »

All the best Celia. I am sure with your credentials & talents you will find what you are looking for.

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Post by celia »

Thanks Wayne, Jill, and Liz,

Wayne, you could easily be a freelace writer, especially with the medical knowledge you've developed. One of my friends writes for health care publications aimed at the general public. That could be your niche too.

I spent the day writing a few letters to prospects. But as it turns out, the heat got turned up on one of my assignments. They like what I did on the rough draft (yeah!), but now I have to complete the next draft by the end of this week or early next week. So I will be a busy little bee. Still I have to keep reaching out to new prospects, so I will have work when I finish this job.

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