Comments on: Launch a Profitable Freelance Business for Under $50

By: Michael Martine

Michael Martine — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 04:23:44 +0000

@Christine – You’re welcome. I agree that the time for freelancing is right. In Tom Peters’ book, Re-Imagine, Tom foresees that a great many white-collar workers will be replaced by smart computer/software systems and outsourcing much in the same way that blue-collar workers were replaced by manufacturing robots/outsourcing in the seventies and eighties. “Expert systems” are already being used. Soon, general artificial intelligence will be a reality.

So, what’s gonna keep that income comin’ in? Creativity, wisdom, and mutually beneficial human relationships. The same three things that are a strong force in freelancing, especially when aided by technology.

By: Erica DeWolf

Erica DeWolf — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 04:11:55 +0000

Oh yes. It’s on the top of my to do list. I promise! I’m not going to let this opportunity get away!

By: Michael Martine

Michael Martine — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 03:40:14 +0000

@Erica – Just make sure it moves off of the to do list real soon, if you know what I mean.

By: Erica DeWolf

Erica DeWolf — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 03:38:09 +0000

I came across Christine O’Kelly’s ebook the other day, and I put purchasing this ebook to my “to do” list. Thanks for the post!

By: Karen JL

Karen JL — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 08:09:07 +0000

I did just that after your previous post with the link to her blog. There’s some really great stuff there (as there is here). I’m already a freelancer in the ‘real world’ and working towards building something in the online world…but it’s a very narrow niche. Thanks for posting her link! Another great find.

By: Christine O'Kelly

Christine O'Kelly — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 06:44:04 +0000

Michael – I am so incredibly flattered after reading this! It made my day to learn that you found some ways to add to your blog consulting package – wow… I hope that every single person who reads this discovers some new ways to become more profitable and have more fun.

I think that the time is so right for people to get into freelancing and really be profitable. More and more businesses are outsourcing – it’s amazing how much work is out there!

Thanks so much Michael – I have learned a great deal from you as well. In fact, I just got a call today from someone who found me from a comment on your blog! Blogging is such a powerful tool for businesses. I know you are going to make a huge impact with Gateway Blogging. You’re right on time for the revolution!

Christine