Sometimes it's hard to adequately or effectively schedule projects. I recently finished a four month project, and, not having followed my own advice to constantly market myself, I found myself without work to do (other than my regulars). Good thing the project paid well, but now what? Of course, I had to get more work. But that only amounts to do or three hours per day for hardcore searching. Here are some other things I did to keep my freelance writing business running and my work hours full.
- Updated my webpage. I used this time to tweak my website, especially when it came to things like SEO and copy that sells. I also am considering adding a welcome video soon, as I've heard that Google loves videos!
- I made sure all my invoices were out and current. That's how you keep the money rolling in, right? I also decided to add some parts to my current invoice template, namely a new policy about late bills.
- Read, read, read. I love to read, and I have a ton of books on writing and ebooks on writing that I review for you, dear reader, so that you know which books are WORTH IT when it comes to grabbing for your wallet. I like to be able to lay on the couch with a beer nearby and say "I'm working."
- Updated my customer/client database (spreadsheet/Word table/whatever you use!) This nifty little database can be used to keep in contact, track payments, reach out for more work, and of course, as a mailing list for holiday cards.
- Filing. Blah.
- Diversify. If you don't have any magazine assignments, maybe it's time to look into biz-tech writing. If you don't have any biz-tech work, maybe you should pitch some magazines.: start writing magazine articles!
Best of luck, and may you see new clients soon!
