SEO: A Crash Course

November 4, 2010

Amanda Smyth Connor
More often, you may see “knowledge of SEO” popping up on job descriptions and in your freelance positions. Having a working knowledge of SEO best practices, keyword usage, and proper linking strategies makes you that much more valuable and gives you an extra leg up over the other shlubs applying for the same [...]

Take Good Care of the Furniture

November 3, 2010

by Mike O’Mary
Last week, I attended a discussion of Chicago literature at the historic Cliff Dwellers Club in downtown Chicago. Given the spectacular view of Michigan Avenue, Grant Park and the Museum Campus, it seemed an appropriate venue for a discussion of Chicago writers. But I’m not sure many of the authors discussed would recognize [...]

Seasons of Change

October 21, 2010

As the seasons change, you need to change too. Adapting to changing seasons and the changing weather is a great opportunity for you to evaluate your day to day routine.

Creative Thinking and Pink Bats

October 20, 2010

by Mike O’Mary
This video is very cool. Be sure to watch it to the end. I had the pleasure of working with the author on Pink Bat, the book, last year. Michael McMillan is one of the most creative people I know, and Pink Bat is very thought-provoking. Check it out…

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Today’s Writing Tip: Establishing Authority

October 19, 2010

Freelance-Zone.com welcomes Sigrid Macdonald back with another round of writing tips. It’s great to have you back, Sigrid!
Often writers want to sound modest, so they say things like “I’m not an authority,” or “I could be wrong.” This may work well in general conversation or on a message board, but it doesn’t fly in a [...]