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6 Ways to Use Your Downtime as a Freelancer
When you’re caught up on your paid writing projects, and waiting for feedback or revision requests from your clients, what do you do? A PTO day can refresh your creativity if you’re feeling mentally exhausted.
But, if you’re focused and energetic, schedule a day to work on your number one business client: YOU.
I’m always surprised when I hear small business folks talk about fitting their business promotion, marketing and website updates in when they have time. That’s a haphazard approach. You need to regularly dedicate time to work on your business, not in it.
Next time you have a free afternoon, day or week, try polishing your business assets
What to Do As a Freelance Writer with Downtime
Over the years I’ve been asked in online chats and interviews how I make time for this blog, updating my website and marketing my writing services across multiple social media feeds.
I schedule it.
I treat my business as my number one client and give it attention each day. I do this to keep the pipeline of projects coming in and to keep my name top of mind with my readers, editors and clients.
