Category Archives: freelancing

Getting Back Up to Speed

Posted on August 5, 2021 by Bart Leahy

While a bit later than I’d like, Heroic Technical Writing is back in action after a 30-mile relocation. Last week I talked about my process for shutting down my business in preparation for moving. Today (tonight) I’ll be writing about … Continue reading →

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Translating Wisdom into a Career Path

Posted on June 10, 2021 by Bart Leahy

As I’ve gotten older and have done more unusual things with my career, I’ve found more people asking me for advice. Not just students but peers, which is gratifying because the target audience for Heroic Technical Writing is quite a … Continue reading →

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Avoiding Conflicts of Interest

Posted on May 27, 2021 by Bart Leahy

I dropped out of my reporting job at Spaceflight Insider (SFI) three years ago–not because of any wrongdoing, but because my various freelance contracts in the aerospace business were starting to interfere with my ability to write stories for SFI. I … Continue reading →

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Assumptions in the Freelance Proposal Business

Posted on May 20, 2021 by Bart Leahy

One challenge I encounter when I do freelance writing for solo entrepreneurs, small businesses, and nonprofit organizations is an assumptions gap. This gap can create problems early or later in the relationship, depending on how quickly the problems arise.

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Things Students Can Do to Prepare for a Technical Writing Career

Posted on May 13, 2021 by Bart Leahy

This is directed toward my younger readers who are still attending school and seeking advice on things they can do now to be a technical writer once they’re done with their formal education (quick hint: your informal education never ends!). … Continue reading →

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