VGar43
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How to become a freelance writer?
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I've been home for a year now and starting to pick up the mojo to work again. I'd like to freelance write so I can continue to stay home. For those that are freelancers....what is the best way to…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Celeste Sep 15, 2011.

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VGar43 replied to Barbara's discussion Introduce Yourself in the group Mommy Bloggers
"Hello, I'm new to the group and have been blogging for about a year. I'm looking to connect with other bloggers for advice, feedback and possibly creating a writers group. I'm a stay at home mom and I'm also an independent…"
Nov 2, 2011
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I have a blog and I know how to use it. Join our group if this describes you. Do you make money from your blog, or do you want to make money? Newbie's are welcome too. :)PLEASE DO NOT POST CONTESTS HERE. PLEASE JOIN THE CONTEST GROUP FOR THAT.See More
Nov 2, 2011
VGar43 commented on Megan Calhoun's blog post RAMBO Alert: Seeking Mom Bloggers for Beth Aldrich Real Moms Love to Eat Book Tour Event Hosts
"Bummer. Not in my current city of Raleigh but you are going to my former home base of Denver. I just posted on my FB for possible hostesses in Denver. Sounds like a blast and if you want to come to the suburbs of North Carolina I could have a great…"
Oct 24, 2011
Celeste replied to VGar43's discussion How to become a freelance writer?
"I have to agree with Melina on it being a slow process. However, start small you won't get to the bigger freelance writing jobs overnight. Start with applying to the content mills to gain some experience creating content, however, blogging is a…"
Sep 15, 2011
VGar43 replied to VGar43's discussion How to become a freelance writer?
"cool tips! Thank you so much. It all begins with asking right? "
Sep 15, 2011
VGar43 replied to VGar43's discussion How to become a freelance writer?
"Hi Melina, Thanks so much for you're feedback. I am slowly but surely starting to make strides and I have written a couple of things for the new Curious George season through the Latina Bloggers network. Not big things and certainly not what…"
Sep 15, 2011
VGar43 replied to VGar43's discussion How to become a freelance writer?
"Thanks for your reply!! "
Sep 15, 2011
Caren Haug replied to VGar43's discussion How to become a freelance writer?
"Well, SocialMoms is offering points for content ;)   Try YCN too - you can submit articles for upfront.  They may make an offer to you, depending on searchability and how the content aligns with ads.  You can try out for Textbroker…"
Aug 24, 2011
2 Kids and a Coupon replied to VGar43's discussion How to become a freelance writer?
"There are a ton of freelancer services online you can register for that post opportunities. Some are more reputable than others and some pay better than others. Just google the service before joining to check out feedback and reviews. You'll…"
Aug 24, 2011
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How to become a freelance writer?

I've been home for a year now and starting to pick up the mojo to work again. I'd like to freelance write so I can continue to stay home. For those that are freelancers....what is the best way to embark on gaining some work?See More
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VGar43 replied to Megan Calhoun's discussion Weekly Commenting Contest: What is one thing most people don't know about you?
"Most people in my neighborhood don't realize that I have a blog or that I write to stay sane!"
Aug 24, 2011

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What is your blog link?
http://worldviewmother.wordpress.com/
What is your Twitter URL?
http://twitter.com/#ValenGarcia43
A little about yourself...
I'm a journalist and social media momma who is now working on finding her inner blogger. I'm a mother to a 5 year-old little boy and just ventured into being a SAHM. I worked as a journalist in Denver for 12 years and my husband and I just relocated to North Carolina. I'm currently blogging about raising a bilingual family and life as it comes. Life is good!
What kinds of things do you typically Tweet about?
blog posts, articles that I like, retweet things that love, photos, findings and happenings.
What are your areas of interest?
mommyhood, business, blogging, home & garden, social media, crafting, twitter, the arts, politics, green living, travel, fashion and beauty, fitness, wine, writing, reality tv, sports, decorating

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At 5:21am on April 25, 2013, Lea said…

Work At Home Mom, WAHM, Mom Blogger


I am stopping by to say "hello" :)
I haven't been here in a while.
I welcome your friendship :)


Lea @ Mother Baby Child & Weight Loss Journal



At 10:51am on February 15, 2011, Meredith Haag said…

Welcome to Social Moms!

 

I'm happy to follow your blog if you'll follow mine?

http://poopieandmerd.blogspot.com

 

Thanks so much!

Meredith
At 8:54am on February 15, 2011, Tameka Linnell said…

Welcome to Socialmoms! My name's Tameka and I am the co-founder of JOON, which is a natural bath & body care line made just for girls! But here at JOON we strive to teach girls healthy living habits, especially being green! Come check out www.ItsJOON.com to participate in contests & to learn more, and you can also visit our facebook page @ItsJOON for even more weekly contests & giveaways!
 Hope to catch you on here in the future & let me know if you need any help!

At 2:20am on February 15, 2011, Megan Calhoun said…
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At 6:59pm on February 14, 2011, DP Nguyen said…
Hi! Welcome to Social Moms. Wishing you the best of luck. I hope you'll check out my blog and follow my blog with Google Friend Connect. (I always follow back! Just leave me a comment with your link!)

I also feature a mom blog directory on my blog, and would love for you to join up and get more traffic to your own site! Feel free to ask me any questions you might have about navigating this site, or about blogging. I love helping and connecting with other bloggers - whether new or experienced.

I look forward to meeting you and reading your blog! :-)

-DP
Hip Chick's Guide to PMS, Pregnancy, and Babies

You can also connect with me at:
www.twitter.com/hipchickblog
My Facebook Fan Page

At 6:53pm on February 14, 2011, Leah Dillon said…
Welcome to The Club. I just joined recently as well.  I hope we can connect and you'll check out my blog. www.touttoday.com

I'm passionate about health, motherhood, living green, travel and helpful life tools. My blog is committed to sharing the things I'm most passionate about with the broader community in hopes to help others live the most fulfilling life possible.

I look forward to connecting.  

-Leah K. Dillon
Wife. Mother. Entrepreneur

 
 
 

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