It doesn’t matter what you want – this is what makes a real difference

This hidden motivation is why you’re not winning.
Head first. Right into my window.

What we can learn from an aviary tragedy.
This mistake cost me $105K/year

Don’t wait until you feel like climbing.
Grab a hammer and start swinging already

If I can take a post out of my office, you can build a copywriting business (seriously).
Upwork: The Ultimate Trojan Horse for Freelancers

The Promise: Great work for beginners!
The Reality: Zero freedom, low pay, and a waste of your time.
The “Client Experience” Wins Again

It’s amazing how effective this strategy is.
Shiny Objects are Killing Your Chances of “Making It”

Why focus is what wins in freelancing.
Freedom AND Flexibility? How to Get More Retainer Contracts

Sometimes freelancing feels like dancing on a financial tightrope, where each month’s income brings an unpredictable roller coaster ride. Picture those moments when you anxiously checked your bank balance, hoping for an upswing, only to find yourself bracing for another financial dip. But what if I told you there’s a way to escape this nerve-wracking […]
To Go Forward, You Have to Step Backward

I thought I had it made in 2008. I started working for myself. I lived by myself. My girlfriend lived overseas, so I had tons of time to spend on the business. Smooth sailing ahead, right? Not even close. I built an income… but for the next 3 1/2 years, my frustration grew. I couldn’t […]
I almost broke my wife’s jaw

How one errant elbow completely changed my life – and how bad things can lead to the best things.