Comments on: Are You a Writer, Freelancer, or Entrepreneur?

By: Carolann Timmel

Carolann Timmel — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:30:21 +0000

I saw your post awhile back and saved it to my computer. Only lately have I got a chance to checking it and need to let you know good work.

By: Floria @ Make Money Online

Floria @ Make Money Online — Sat, 23 Apr 2011 02:03:05 +0000

In my opinion you CAN be all three. If you want to be an entrepreneur it’s very beneficial to be a good writer. If you want to effectively promote your businesses it’ll get too expensive if you have to pay someone to do all your writing.

By: serj

serj — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 08:46:10 +0000

when you do jobs for big clients, I think that writing gives you some edge, because the “sapiens” in the industry or not are looking for people that know what to do, know how to implement a personality to a site, brand it, not copy paste some design and “voila, I AM A WEB DESIGNER” . I think the moust of you got hired by clients that saw your work or just loved a article, I know I did:D.As for the entrepeneur and freelancer part it depends on your goals.

My advice is … BRAND YOURSELF, you dont have to wear nike or adidas, think difrent and you’ll be a brand. This is a advice for everydoby, it doesnt matter how many years you have under the “belt” .

By: DKumar M.

DKumar M. — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 23:20:24 +0000

Bob, i agree with you… and that actually working for me at least !!

By: Bob Younce

Bob Younce — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 09:47:48 +0000

@ Ali – I’ve often said that freelance writing is the perfect career for someone with ADHD – the zig-zagging comes with the territory.

@ Nicole – It is a balancing act, for sure. My blog has led to some of my biggest clients in recent days, and more than a few business opportunities. But If I hadn’t spent the time to start it up and to post, I’d have missed out.

@ Infected – Good luck as you continue on your journey.

@ Dkumar – Heh. Well, that’s one way to do it. Here’s to hoping you turn it around!

@ Monica – Absolutely. I still write, I still have client work, and I’m building a business that’s ever-expanding. But for me, entrepreneur is where my vision is centered.

@ Chad – I’m not sure what’s next. Perhaps millionaire beach bum, ala Tim Ferris?

@ Dainis – Glad you enjoyed it.

By: Dainis Graveris

Dainis Graveris — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 21:33:50 +0000

Very exciting overview! :) Since I am just starting out, I found this really interesting with my life, but I know I am not only one :)

By: Chad

Chad — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 22:38:53 +0000

Hey Bob, interesting topic! I’ve been a freelance writer for about 15 months…and I’m finally entering the “entrepreneur” role – as I finally realized that I have too much work on my plate that I need to outsource about half of it to others so I can specialize in the projects I enjoy the most while still ensuring my clients continue to get the quality of work they deserve.

So my question…what are the next few levels?

By: monica

monica — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 08:01:23 +0000

Oh dear. Is it okay to be all of the above? I often refer to myself as a “Freelance Writer and Entrepreneur”. I try to spend only half my time freelancing for clients, and the other half pursuing my own business efforts. But I try to always make time for the business… I don’t want to work for clients forever. =)

By: DKumar M.

DKumar M. — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 19:53:11 +0000

Ok, Let’s start again….

1st I’m a freelancer then i turn up as a successful entrepreneur and then finally a dumb writer (I’m like a Alice in wonderland in that specific field).

Now I’m improving my writing stage. usually trying to visit some selective blogs for good tips.

By: InfectedByBugs

InfectedByBugs — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 15:35:16 +0000

I would say i am an entrepreneur but still in the early stages.