Back in 2002, when Hope was two years old, I decided to start my own freelance copywriting business after reading Peter Bowerman’s book, The Well-Fed Writer. I had been trying unsuccessfully to do some freelance writing for various women’s magazines and stumbled upon Peter’s ad on Writer’s Market. I literally went to Borders immediately and bought the book, read it cover to cover and followed the action steps he suggested for becoming a freelance copywriter. I had quick success, writing some web copy, an ad and several slogans. I loved to write, especially the creative stuff and I loved being able to work from home, set my own hours (I could work while Hope was napping or sleeping) AND my own rate, and making some very decent income. Peter even included my profile in his follow-up book, The Well-Fed Writer : Back for Seconds!
Freelancing was awesome.
Then, I had Grace in 2003 and soon after, began my Swaddleaze & Blankeaze odyssey. We all know how that ended up. 
Fast forward to 2009 and enter The Freelance Mom: A Low Risk Plan to Escape 9-5 and Launch a Flexible (and Lucrative) Solo Career, written by mother of two & freelance marketing professional Noelle Abarelli & father & freelance copywriter Ed Gandia.
If I were starting a freelance business now, this would be the book for me.
The Freelance Mom is tailor-made for moms who are looking to start a home-based business–whether you’re currently working outside the home or already at home. The Freelance Mom is a meaty 184-page blueprint that shows YOU how to become a freelance mom step-by-step.
In 13 informative chapters (“Is This Business for You?”, “A Proven Transition Plan” and “How to Sell Yourself and Your Business” are just a few), The Freelance Mom lays out the action steps to build a successful freelance business from the ground up.
What I loved most about The Freelance Mom (Noelle & Ed generously sent me a copy) is that it is written with moms in mind and pays special attention to scheduling and time management–as a mom of two children (including a newborn), Noelle knows the importance of putting family first and she devotes quite a few pages to helping you strike that delicate balance between freelancing and motherhood.
Other things I loved about The Freelance Mom include:
- Interviews with successful freelance moms
- Helpful worksheets (scheduling & budgeting)
- Specific product recommendations that make life easier for a freelance mom
- Noelle & Ed’s shared personal experiences as freelancers
- Actual marketing scripts used by Noelle & Ed that you can use too
- Bonus material–4 freelance resources worth $126
- An invitation to join “Fabulously Free”, a one-stop-shop for all the resources you need to be a freelance mom, including exclusive monthly giveaways, useful downloads and a free copy of “What to Expect When You’re Expecting A Business“.
If you’ve been thinking about starting a freelance business, then The Freelance Mom should be your roadmap to success.
To help you become a freelance mom, Noelle & Ed have generously offered a $10 discount off the price of The Freelance Mom AND a free copy of Ed’s audio class, “Live Well for Less: Practical Money-Saving Habits for Aspiring Freelancers” (a $39 value). In this 1-hour recording, accredited financial counselor Veronica Dostal will show you how to free up cash, increase your savings, and speed up your journey to freelance freedom…without feeling like you’re depriving yourself in the process.
To receive your $10 discount & your free audio class download, simply enter “MOGUL” at checkout. This offer is good only until midnight on July 10, 2009.
Don’t miss out–buy your copy of The Freelance Mom now.
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Sounds like a great book. I always appreciate it when interviews of moms who have lived the life are included. We have unique challenges that don’t seem to be taken into consideration in other freelance or entrepreneurial books. There’s usually only one suggestion: “Send your kids to daycare.”
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July 7, 2009 at 9:08 pm
Right? If only sending them to daycare was the best, most affordable option. I have never sent my children to daycare and as a result, have had to build all of my businesses with non-stop shenanigans ensuing.
Thanks for your comment, Sugar!
Heather
Thanks for tipping me off to this, Heather. I can’t wait to read it. And I have to go check out my copy of Back for Seconds; I had no idea you were featured there! Very cool. I love Peter Bowerman.