Independence Day!

What better way to start a blog than by celebrating my independence?

Many of my friends and colleagues know the back story already - for those of you who don't, I'll fill you in on later posts.

But for now, let me jump to the punchline and shout from the rooftops about how July 3rd was my last day managing a program at the University. Which means that our July 4th celebration was extra special this year, because it was truly my independence day!

For too long, I allowed my sense of obligation to my "day job" keep me from building my copywriting career. Now I'm kicking myself for not leaving sooner.

The final straw came when I was interviewing for an assistant and an accountant. 80% of the women interviewing for the positions were in miserable dead-end jobs. A few of them had been terribly worn down by their work environment. It was painful to see.

My department had a philosophy - "Nothing Without Joy" - and everyone who worked there lived it.

Everyone except me.

After seeing the effects of long-time job dissatisfaction on so many women, I realized that I needed to take charge of my future. Now, less than two months later, I'm booked solid with copywriting assignments and working from home.

I invite you to join me on this thrilling adventure. I'll share everything I know and all that I am learning as I go. So whether you want to know about attracting clients, programming yourself for success, or the ins-and-outs of setting up a home office, this is where you'll find some answers.

And, if there's something in particular you want to know, please ask. I was fortunate to have others help me chart my course... I'd love the opportunity to return the favor.

Here's to living the dream and doing...

Nothing Without Joy!


Copywriting, Freelance, Independent