the write approach » independent contractor http://www.writeapproachla.com the write approach for the right results Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:40:24 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 new examiner article: writers get out there! networking ideas for writers in los angeles http://www.writeapproachla.com/biz-dev/new-examiner-article-writers-get-out-there-networking-ideas-for-writers-in-los-angeles http://www.writeapproachla.com/biz-dev/new-examiner-article-writers-get-out-there-networking-ideas-for-writers-in-los-angeles#comments Wed, 21 Jul 2010 20:09:46 +0000 Aimee http://www.writeapproachla.com/?p=423 For writers it is common to work in a very isolated environment.  Many of us need peace and quiet to get our work done.  We usually have our own methods that work for each of us to undertake the task of putting word to paper (or monitor, as the case may be).  However, this can be problematic if you are trying to make a living as a writer.  Finding the balance between writing time and networking is critical for the success of a professional writer.

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]]> http://www.writeapproachla.com/biz-dev/new-examiner-article-writers-get-out-there-networking-ideas-for-writers-in-los-angeles/feed 0 writing for non-profits, a satisfying opportunity for everyone http://www.writeapproachla.com/general/non-profits-examiner http://www.writeapproachla.com/general/non-profits-examiner#comments Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:11:35 +0000 Taura http://www.writeapproachla.com/?p=385 According to GuideStar, there are over 17,000 non-profits in Los Angeles alone. Most of these organizations are in need of writing services for marketing purposes, campaigns, events, and any host of communication pieces. Working with a non-profit is a great way to build your portfolio while finding a sense of satisfaction in the work we do as writers.

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]]> http://www.writeapproachla.com/general/non-profits-examiner/feed 0 what recession? freelancing is a viable option in a down economy http://www.writeapproachla.com/biz-dev/what-recession-freelancing-is-a-viable-option-in-a-down-economy http://www.writeapproachla.com/biz-dev/what-recession-freelancing-is-a-viable-option-in-a-down-economy#comments Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:34:40 +0000 Taura http://www.writeapproachla.com/?p=352 Los Angeles is a city that is comfortable with the term “independent contractor,” thanks to the large mechanism called the entertainment industry. Cast and crew are often hired on a temporary basis during production and then released to tackle the next project. Come tax time, many L.A. mailboxes are stuffed with 1099 forms.

We’ve all read the headlines about job lay-offs, foreclosures, and businesses struggling to survive. What we don’t see, are the numbers of independent contractors who are thriving right now. As a freelance writer in Los Angeles, it behooves you to take advantage of the abundance that this city has to offer. Not only are Angelinos comfortable with the concept of the independent contractor or freelancer, but our economy is ripe for this type of business relationship. It’s the perfect storm of opportunity.

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