Finance talk for writers and freelancers

Emotional and practical aspects of money for solopreneurs [The Writer’ s Life]( June 12, 2023 "As you manage your money, you manage your life." – Dan Millman Happy Monday, {NAME}! I recently hosted an event called [Show Me the Money](, where I broke down how the money works in our industry. Attendees were surprised to know there were 10 (TEN!) different ways to make money (and getting paid to write any one of the 80 well-paying projects detailed in our [annual Pricing Guide]( was only one of the ways!). It's so important that you understand the money side of things … Because the money is what gets you to whatever you want your version of the writer's life to be. So I showed you how to make money … And today we're going to talk about the importance of effectively handling the money. Often, we think of ourselves as a writer … or a freelancer … or a contractor … but no matter the title, the truth remains: we are also business owners. And the Finance side is an important function! So understanding that role is vital to your business. And to help you navigate the business side of this industry, we've created a four-part series in Monday Morning Jumpstart: the 4 Pillars of Business. In today's episode, Ted Capshaw and Jade Trueblood address the third pillar of running a business: Finance. (If you need to catch up on the first two pillars, watch [Culture & Connection]( and [Systems & Technique](.) In this episode, Ted and Jade discuss how personal and business finances become interconnected when you're a solopreneur — and some dos and don'ts to be aware of. [AWAI Monday Morning Jumpstart Finance featuring Ted Capshaw and Jade Trueblood]( Ted shares two questions you need to ask yourself to address the emotional side of your finances. And they also talk about practical issues, such as income taxes and accounting. I know it doesn't sound super sexy … But knowing how to handle your finances as a business owner is a vital skill to develop. Now, you may be thinking … I want to be earning so much money that I have questions about handling it! 😊 I always recommend starting with a simple project, so you can start earning consistent income. [>> This is the one I recommend most writers start with.]( It's usually the fastest path to good paychecks … ranging from $3,000 to $5,000 per month. Check that out — and then [watch today's Monday Morning Jumpstart]( to get insight into financial housekeeping practicalities for you, the businessperson. To your prosperity, Rebecca Matter President AWAI TODAY: Freelance Writing Is HOT According to the most comprehensive survey of the US independent workforce, "Freelancing in America" study: "60% of freelancers who left their full-time job now make more money as a freelancer. And get this: of those who earn more, 78% indicated they earned more freelancing within a year or less." Becoming a well-paid freelance writer can happen FAST if you follow the right steps. 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