I’m proud to be a prize donor for fellow freelance writer Emily Suess‘ “Brave Little Blogger” contest. “What is this contest about, Mahesh?” I’m glad you asked! It’s a free contest for all bloggers. As Emily says, “it doesn’t matter whether you blog for fun or money … through blogging, we are all given a
I love writing website content. It’s challenging and rewarding. You have to engage people’s interest, and (hopefully) “convert” them into customers … or entice them to return. For today’s blog post, I want to focus on two websites that engaged me through excellent copywriting, as well as effective visuals and superlative design. (And I have
I should clarify something. In previous blog posts, I’ve said that I started freelancing full-time last year, but it’s more accurate to say that I went back to freelancing. I’ve been a professional copywriter/editor since I was 21, and have been sending out my work since I was 16. So I have experience seeking work,
Sorry for the extended blog silence. I’ve been a busy freelance writer composing reviews for Portland eateries and writing articles, among other projects. Here are some links to recently published work: The Oregonian (India Sweets and Spices; Cheap Eats; June 24, 2011) The Oregonian (Bambuza Vietnam Bistro; Cheap Eats; June 8, 2011) The Oregonian (Biscuits
Blogging has changed in the 10 or so years I’ve kept an online journal. When I first started (on a site with the domain “.nu!”), I just wrote about things that interested me like my favorite films. Then I had a livejournal, then a blog attached to The Raw Story when it launched, then a
I never like to say the word, “work.” Not because I prefer idleness. Quite the opposite. As a freelance writer and editor near Portland, I look at content creation and refinement as fun. I am genuinely pleased to help my clients reach their audience(s). The task itself becomes the reward … largely because I’ve already
While in Portland, I’ve developed a reputation as a fast writer and editor. I like to be realistic about time frames so there are no surprises for my clients. How do I manage my time? I’m glad you asked! 1. Good Mornings I have a regimented morning schedule. I used to think I could switch
I kinda want to file this blog post under, “a damned shame.” On Sunday night, my wife Sara and I decided to eat Mexican food at a favorite neighborhood restaurant, where we’ve gone for the past three years. We enjoyed its food and ambiance. A type of music called norteño always played over the speakers,
Happy New Year! I’ve never been one for resolutions. I know the half-joke is that they’re not supposed to stick, but that seemed kind of counter-productive to me (why make ’em if you know you won’t do ’em?!) Anyway, a few years ago, my Mom introduced me to the concept of “New Years Aspirations.” These
It’s the season for taking stock and end-of-year lists. For myself, I made a pretty big life change in 2010. I voluntarily became a full-time freelance writer in January 2010. Leaving a salaried position with a company that I helped build was difficult, but who said personal growth was easy? Of course, like every other
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