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Freelance writer and editor, poet, and puzzle addict.

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Sandy, I do a lot of interviewing, so I keep note of things sources say that could be follow-up articles or potential client pitches. I use paper/pen. So modern of me. :) #FreelanceFriends

19.02.2026 17:46 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Otter is amazing. Another good use for AI. #FreelanceFriends

19.02.2026 17:45 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

A good use of AI, and one I used one time, is when you have a rambling interview and you can't quite connect what the person is trying to say. Many of my sources get to review before publication, so I'm able to phrase it better, run it by them, and not lose my mind guessing.

#FreelanceFriends

19.02.2026 17:43 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Right?! Pexels, Pixabay anyone?

I cringe every time he talks about the "image I created using A - I" because he didn't "create" it. It was an amalgamation of images that already existed. Hence my cringe.

#FreelanceFriends

19.02.2026 17:40 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

He was a creepy little dude. Ew. I'm having a little early Windows PTSD! #FreelanceFriends

19.02.2026 17:36 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

That's a clear line in the sand. You're wise to dump them.
A client of mine did that, too. I told them the original was better. It was. And I knew where those words came from, so guess which one I'm endorsing?

#FreelanceFriends

19.02.2026 17:35 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Monk in my meditation group is obsessed with using AI to create images for his presentations to our weekly group (about 12-15 people). I've already warned him about using AI images for any work where he earns money. Copyright infringement is nothing to play with. #FreelanceFriends

19.02.2026 17:33 ๐Ÿ‘ 7 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

This right here. #FreelanceFriends

19.02.2026 17:27 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

A2: Personally, I would not. AI-generated content could contain plenty of plagiarized phrases, copyrighted slogans, you name it. No way I'd stick my hand in that flame.

19.02.2026 17:25 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

A1:
I have a writer friend who was asked to train AI, and another of her clients "told" her she'd be editing their AI-generated content. She declined both.
#FreelanceFriends

19.02.2026 17:24 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Late to the party! Hi, #FreelanceFriends!

19.02.2026 17:22 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Ah, kitchen questions and dilemmas. Nice chatting with you all today! #FreelanceFriends

12.02.2026 17:41 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Pretend you're writing it for a client. :) #FreelanceFriends

12.02.2026 17:36 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

If they have a dozen pages and they're on sale, they're coming home with me. :) #FreelanceFriends

12.02.2026 17:36 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I'm a big fan of marketing every day. Doesn't have to be constant promotion, but getting in touch with someone, sharing something, reaching out to past clients, introducing yourself to a prospective client .... make yourself known. Make yourself a resource. #FreelanceFriends

12.02.2026 17:34 ๐Ÿ‘ 7 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

It'll be done, and that's my goal! LOL #FreelanceFriends

12.02.2026 17:26 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I'm actually promoting less -- trying to retire. But I think face-to-face meetings where possible were what landed some clients for me. I think promotion should be about building a relationship with the would-be client. Never sell on the first date. :)

12.02.2026 17:24 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

When I was actively promoting my business, I would attend an annual trade show. I set up the meetings prior to the show, making sure to build in time to meet the exhibitors and attendees. It was a great way to become known in the industry.

#FreelanceFriends

12.02.2026 17:20 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I'm Lori, living just outside of Valley Forge Park, and I'm trying to work on the middle of a noisy, dusty kitchen reno. I wrote about insurance and risk management.

Great to be here! #freelancefriends

12.02.2026 17:05 ๐Ÿ‘ 6 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Your Stalled Freelance Writing Career (and how to un-stall it) โ€“ Words on the Page

#Freelancewriters are you feeling stalled and wondering how to increase earnings? It could be as simple as switching these things up:
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28.01.2026 14:42 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I'm dead!

07.11.2025 02:21 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Decided to clean up my Word folders and found long-lost stories and notes. What fun to see what I was plotting out way back when! #writingcommunity #writing

18.09.2025 17:15 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
4 Rookie Mistakes Freelance Writers Make โ€“ Words on the Page

#Freelance noobs, if you're doing any of these four things, you may want to reconsider.

wordsonpageblog.com/2025/09/4-ro...

16.09.2025 12:16 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Still time to pick up your tickets for six weeks of horror goodness with AUTUMN FRIGHTS - tix on sale until 4:30pm tomorrow for a 6:30pm Tuesday kick-off! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/autumn-fri... #writing #writers #horror #gothic #horrorfiction #horrorwriting #horrorwriters

15.09.2025 19:45 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Lunar Eclipse in Pisces inspiring your creativity?

Submit to Roses & Wildflowers!

Theme: After the Eclipse

Deadline: Sept 19

Short Fiction, Poetry, Art, and Audio Offerings

Looking forward to your poems --
I am pro tem Poetry Editor.

#totallunareclipse
#submissioncall #5amwritersclub #poetry

02.09.2025 14:37 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

Love that painting behind him! I have a soft spot for cows.

07.09.2025 10:59 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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This is an actual exchange from a VP who took an oath to defend the constitution and, as a citizen, is expected to abide by the law.

May we one day have accountability for the grotesque lawlessness of this regime.

06.09.2025 15:54 ๐Ÿ‘ 32779 ๐Ÿ” 10164 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2015 ๐Ÿ“Œ 1078

The breadsticks alone, oh my.

05.09.2025 17:27 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
How You Could be Losing at Freelancing โ€“ Words on the Page

Oh, the mistakes we make.
wordsonpageblog.com/2025/09/how-...
#freelanceing #freelance

04.09.2025 16:36 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

AMEN!

10.07.2025 16:42 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0