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Category Archives: clients
What Situations Should You Handle in Person?
It’s been a while since I covered situations that should be handled in person vs. some form of remote technology, but the topic remains relevant as our technological toys continue to multiply and take over more of our lives. I’m … Continue reading
Balancing Client Needs on Travel
Just because you’re on travel to support one client doesn’t mean you can put other clients on hold. I had this challenge recently, but the good news is that it’s resolvable with a little diplomacy and time management.
Making Your Own Luck
Long-time readers of this blog might note that I don’t talk a lot about business development or marketing as a freelancer. There are a couple of solid reasons for that: 1) I’m not particularly good at it, but also 2) … Continue reading
Finding Investors
If you’re like me, you’re a service provider (e.g., a freelance writer or editor), and investors are not something you necessarily need in your business mix. However, if you’re part of a team that’s starting a business that requires infrastructure, … Continue reading
Friend, Foe, or Both? Life in the Government Contracting World
One thing that struck me as curious when I started working for a defense contractor was how other companies could be competitors on some proposals and partner (prime or sub) contractors on others. I’ll try to explain why this happens … Continue reading