I simply don’t have time to write up on each of these articles, so here’s my 1 minute run-down.
Brazil sees piracy as marketing tool rather than property theft
This article doesn’t say much besides pointing to a section of the documentary, Good Copy Bad Copy. It’s relevant to the latest Radiohead Internet-only release, which shows initiative to go with the download trend and suggest a price for the album instead of futility trying to enforce the old-school market.
Speaking of embracing technology to create sales opportunities, read the above article about the future of books. I cannot do justice to the author’s conclusion by paraphrasing.
Yet another person agreeing with JobShuk’s blog premise – you won’t make money by writing – you’ll make a LOT of money because your writing will show off your personality and expertise, creating new opportunities.
How to Get Clients to Come to You
More advice on developing and specializing your online profile to get clients interested and trusting of your work.
Excellent Networking… by playing to your weaknesses
Being "real", admitting to your limitations, and asking for advice helps build trust between networkers, and networking creates leads.
What Do You Think of Freelance Job Bidding Sites?
Loads of comments, mostly ranting about how the large freelance bidding sites are flooded with underfunded projects and under-priced quotes by unskilled or low cost-of-living based workers.