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Stephen King Thinks I’m Talented

April 1, 2012 By 5 Comments
i blame stephen king

Got some great news today (sure, maybe it falls under willful interpretation - but I take the good news when I can find it!) “If you wrote something for which someone sent you a check, if you cashed the check and it didn't bounce, and if you then paid the light bill with the money, I consider you … [Read more...]

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Save Time and Money with a Creative Brief

February 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment

If you’re providing your clients with any kind of creative freelance service without a creative brief, you’re doing it wrong.  You might be wasting your time and your client’s money, and that’s not a strategy for effective long-term relationships. (If you’re just here to find a … [Read more...]

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YYJFree 2012 – We want your opinion

February 6, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Hey Everyone, if you're a freelancer here on the island and you're interested in helping shape the next freelance event, please complete this survey (created by Mike Dewolfe, of ThoseDewolfes.com) We'd love to know what you want the next event to be like. Here's a link with some info about … [Read more...]

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Prospecting Tips for Freelancers

January 17, 2012 By 1 Comment

Being a freelancer means you've always got to have an eye out for new business opportunities.  How do you do it? I'm quite lucky to be in the writing business, as it's one of those places where there will always be someone in need of compelling content. As long as there are products to sell … [Read more...]

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Local Freelance Talent for Local Businesses

November 2, 2011 By 5 Comments

Freelancers for Hire in #YYJ and #YVR Yesterday we did a post outlining why a freelancer is a good option for local businesses, especially if you’re just getting started.  Today we’re sharing the names and contact info of some of the local talent, to help your business do more while spending … [Read more...]

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#YYJFree Volunteers – @truthaboutfood

October 6, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Anthony-Sanna

Here's a volunteer that needs no introduction - but I'm going to, anyways! A huge help to a large variety of causes in Victoria, we're very grateful to have his skill and talent on tap for our FreelanceCamp setup. It might just be me, but it seems that any event that Anthony is a part of is a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Freelance, FreelanceCamp, Local Linchpin, YYJFree - Volunteers

#YYJFree Volunteers – @victriviaqueen

October 6, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Cheryl DeWolfe

as we continue with our #YYJFree volunteers - we're happy to share the other half of ThoseDeWolfes - Cheryl DeWolfe aka @victriviaqueen  -super smart, outstanding writer, and coffee connoisseur! As an active blogger, writer, photographer and crafter, I have been quietly freelancing for many … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Freelance, FreelanceCamp, Local Linchpin, YYJFree - Volunteers

#YYJFree Volunteers – @dewolfe001

October 6, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Our volunteers are freelancers too - and we're happy to share a bit about them with the rest of the freelancers in Victoria. If you're looking for exceptional talent and a fantastic work ethic - please have a look at our volunteers to help you on your next project Introducing - Mike … [Read more...]

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What Kind of Freelancer are You?

August 14, 2011 By 5 Comments

Just a really quick post today because I want to know more about you and I image you probably want to hear less from me! I'm going to be adding a section to the Brandscaping blog to feature local freelancers, including some good info as to why local businesses should choose a freelancer to help … [Read more...]

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Volunteers for #YYJFreelanceCamp – Interested?

August 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Your interest in a local freelance camp has been outstanding - thank you for the support and suggestions you've provided so far. Skip to the bottom of the page if you're interested in going to the 604FreelanceCamp in Vancouver on September 10. I'd love to procrastinate a bit further - but it looks … [Read more...]

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