Every so often, whether it's in the oDesk Community Forums or via email, I get asked how much time I spend searching for and applying to jobs. Truth be told, I don't spend much time searching at all - buyers find me, and they do the inviting. Does this mean I'm just that good? While sometimes ... more »
Last week, WebWorkerDaily posted an article about being green - 4 simple tips to working green. The fourth point hit a little close to home. I am a night owl by nature - it is extremely easy for me to slip into a nocturnal routine. When I was bound to a normal 8-5 schedule, ... more »
Angela signed up for oDesk in November, 2008. At times, she may have gotten discouraged (like many people have during this recession)... but eventually, her patience and persistence paid off and she was awarded her first assignment on oDesk this month. As mentioned before, things don't happen overnight, and they don't happen without a little effort on ... more »
... or something like that. With companies downsizing everywhere you turn, more and more people are looking into freelancing as an extra source income. However, one thing most "newbies" may not be aware of is the constant battle with rejection we, as freelancers, must face. Taking rejection personally, or not having the patience to tough it out ... more »
Often, when bidding on jobs, we want to do whatever it takes to secure the client. As a writer, this may mean providing samples based on what the buyer stipulates. While I still argue that this is a risky tactic in terms of your intellectual property, there are things that can be done to help avoid getting burned ... more »
Whether it's for additional income or full-time work due to company downsizing, more people are turning toward freelancing as the economy takes a nosedive. It's understandable that many people are desperate for money to pay the bills and keep food on the table. However, there's a difference between simply being desperate, and acting it. ... more »