Happy new year to my freelance writing friends, old and new. I trust the holidays have found you well, and wish you success in 2009.
I have to say, I’m excited about what the new year is going to bring. If 2008 was any indication, 2009 is going to be the best year for my freelancing business yet. While there may be some tough economic times in the world, there’s no business I’d rather be in.
Why am I so optimistic? There are a bunch of reasons, but I get the most encouragement by looking back over the last year. In the past 12 months, here are some of the amazing things that have happened for me:
- I started this blog, which has grown my freelance writing client base by leaps and bounds. It’s also allowed me to meet so many interesting people, network with other writers and given me the opportunity to help other writers achieve their own dreams.
- I began my coaching program, which has allowed me to help a great group of writers get their start in the business.
- I’ve grown the business to the point where I’m regularly outsourcing work, allowing me more time to focus on the business itself.
- I’ve increased my business revenue, as well as my personal revenue, by a significant factor.
- Ive been able to work together with my wife, bringing her in as a partner behind the scenes of the business.
There’s plenty more, too, but those are just the things that come to mind.
2009 promises to see all sorts of new and exciting things. While I’m still in the process of refining my business (a process that truly never ends) I am thrilled to think about some of the irons I’ve got in the fire, and some of the projects that are yet to come.
I also want to take a minute to thank everyone who has regularly read this blog, and helped me reach each milestone. As of today, I’m happy to have just shy of 1,000 RSS and email subscribers, and I’m happy that you’ve joined me on this journey.
Here’s to hoping we all have a very bright future in 2009:
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I also wish HAPPY NEW YEAR to everyone and I hope, that this year will be better that 2008.
hoping for more valuable writing tips this 2009.. =)
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Happy New Year! I don’t comment on here much, but I love this site and I was wondering if you happened to read the recent article about hot job skills for 2008 that features freelance writing. In fact, it shows that demand for blogging skills has increased by 4 times from that of the previous year. I found this encouraging (and figured I’d share) because in this economy, it’s good to be a part of something that is actually in demand.
Looking forward to your next post.
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