Just so you know, I don't read much on Substack, but I've read everything you've published and enjoyed every bit of it.
I wanted to share experience as a freelance writer. I started out in print media and I wrote mostly entertainment features. I was out all the time, and because smart phones weren't a thing yet, there was no proof of all the really dumb stuff I did. As wonderful as it was, I was BROKE constantly! I nearly lost my house, I was in debt up to my eyeballs, and I was waiting tables on the side to make enough to survive... poorly. I was angry all the time. So, when I was 29, I took a crappy job at a tv station making $9 an hour with the hopes of making my way into the newsroom. It took about 8 months but I eventually got what I wanted, but I had to trade rockstars and rodies for police and politicians. Different worlds, similar drama.
I stayed in broadcast media until I was 41. When I left is when we met.
I was only a freelancer for about 6 years, but it took me double the time to dig my way out of the mess it created for me. When I decided to give being my own boss a second shot, it took me years before I finally make the leap. I was so scared the same thing was going to happen again.
I know it can feel like you're giving up, but really, you're just restocking your coffers until you can give it another try. Or, maybe you'll stay where you're at for a long time and you'll end up loving it. Who knows! For now, take comfort in the knowledge that you're doing excelent work and it's going noticed by so many people. We think you're worth big things, and so should you.
Wow! My heart! Thank you SO much for being a loyal reader. I can't even express how much that means to me!
Thank you for sharing your story. It's affirming to know I'm not alone in my feelings/experience! It's also encouraging to read that you found your way back to being your own boss. You betta go, girl! It has been amazing to watch your journey since we met.
I sincerely appreciate your words of wisdom and encouragement. Huge hugs!
Just so you know, I don't read much on Substack, but I've read everything you've published and enjoyed every bit of it.
I wanted to share experience as a freelance writer. I started out in print media and I wrote mostly entertainment features. I was out all the time, and because smart phones weren't a thing yet, there was no proof of all the really dumb stuff I did. As wonderful as it was, I was BROKE constantly! I nearly lost my house, I was in debt up to my eyeballs, and I was waiting tables on the side to make enough to survive... poorly. I was angry all the time. So, when I was 29, I took a crappy job at a tv station making $9 an hour with the hopes of making my way into the newsroom. It took about 8 months but I eventually got what I wanted, but I had to trade rockstars and rodies for police and politicians. Different worlds, similar drama.
I stayed in broadcast media until I was 41. When I left is when we met.
I was only a freelancer for about 6 years, but it took me double the time to dig my way out of the mess it created for me. When I decided to give being my own boss a second shot, it took me years before I finally make the leap. I was so scared the same thing was going to happen again.
I know it can feel like you're giving up, but really, you're just restocking your coffers until you can give it another try. Or, maybe you'll stay where you're at for a long time and you'll end up loving it. Who knows! For now, take comfort in the knowledge that you're doing excelent work and it's going noticed by so many people. We think you're worth big things, and so should you.
Cheers to 2025!
Wow! My heart! Thank you SO much for being a loyal reader. I can't even express how much that means to me!
Thank you for sharing your story. It's affirming to know I'm not alone in my feelings/experience! It's also encouraging to read that you found your way back to being your own boss. You betta go, girl! It has been amazing to watch your journey since we met.
I sincerely appreciate your words of wisdom and encouragement. Huge hugs!
Cheers to 2025, my dear!