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From pitching into an apparent void to dealing with “scope creep” — or when an assignment involves a lot more than what was originally agreed upon, without added compensation — freelance writers deal with some particular challenges that staff journalists typically do not. Of course, all journalists face many of the same issues from time to time too, whether it’s managing burnout, combatting procrastination or disagreeing with an editor’s changes.    During April’s Lunch and Learn, AHCJ’s freelance members asked each other for advice on all kinds of such scenarios. Here, I’ll summarize some of the key takeaways.  Scenario one: An…

In brief Bitcoin miner MARA posted a less than stellar quarterly report this week. Coinbase likewise swung and missed on earnings. The good news? Meta might be back in the stablecoin game. Public Keys is a weekly roundup from Decrypt that tracks the key publicly traded crypto companies. This week: Bitcoin miners wrangle with malaise, Coinbase tries a little misdirection ahead of its earnings miss, and sources say Meta is stablecoin curious.Bitcoin miners’ malaisePublicly traded Bitcoin miners have faced some dark days this week.Stocking up on BTC wasn’t enough to help MARA Holdings, which trades on the Nasdaq under the…

The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development proposed a new rule this week that would classify more gig workers, including drivers for rideshare and meal-delivery apps and freelance writers, as normal company employees.  While the rules purport to provide protections to independent contractors, NJBIA Vice President of Government Affairs Elissa Frank said the proposal will instead reduce their freedoms, while greatly increasing labor costs for businesses.  “The main takeaway is that under the proposal it will be extremely difficult to be considered an independent contractor in New Jersey,” Frank said. “And that may be what the Department of…

Additional Signs of Strength Needed If gold can continue to recover from the pullback, it is set up for a continuation of momentum unleashed with a bull flag breakout that triggered on Monday. Pullbacks of some degree follow breakouts and once complete the primary trend should be ready to resume. But the characteristics of the resumption can vary. So, regardless of the pattern and its bullish implications, there are quick and aggressive resumptions of the bull trend that may occur, as well as weaker signs. Solid Launch Pad The short trendline across the bottom of the immediate upswing reflects the…

When I first dipped my toes into freelancing, I was convinced that high-paying gigs were reserved for those armed with impressive certifications or specialized degrees. Surely, without a stack of credentials, earning over $100 an hour was pure fantasy, right? Well, not exactly. After some exploration, I realized there were quite a few freelance niches paying generously—no special paperwork needed. So, if you’ve been holding back because you think your credentials don’t measure up, it might be time to reconsider. Here are five freelance niches you can dive into right now, without needing extra degrees or fancy certifications. 1. Copywriting…

Pavlo Gonchar / SOPA Images / LightRocket via Getty Images Insulet lifted its full-year revenue growth outlook to between 19% and 22% from 16% to 20%. Shares of Insulet (PODD) surged 20% in Friday afternoon trading to pace the S&P 500, a day after the insulin pump maker reported stronger-than-anticipated quarterly results and lifted its full-year revenue outlook. After the bell Thursday, Insulet posted first-quarter adjusted earnings per share of $1.02 on revenue that jumped 30% year-over-year on a constant-currency basis to $569 million. Analysts surveyed by Visible Alpha had anticipated $0.81 and $543.0 million, respectively, while the company had…

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In the wild world of freelancing, one often expects the unexpected. But even by those standards, Harnoor Saluja’s recent client interaction takes the cake—quite literally. The communications professional, who works independently, found herself at the center of a viral storm after sharing a bizarre incident on LinkedIn. “When I thought invoices couldn’t get weirder, a client sent me a cheesecake,” she wrote, clearly still amused and a tad baffled. “Not a thank-you note, not a payment—just dairy-based confusion.” What followed was a masterclass in comedic storytelling, seasoned with equal parts disbelief and wit. A sweet misunderstanding or misplaced generosity?Saluja explained…

Key Takeaways:Bitcoin is driven by its ability to perform well in risk-on and risk-off environments, according to Bitcoin Suisse. Bitcoin’s Sharpe ratio of 1.72, second only to gold, underscores its maturity as an asset, offering superior risk-adjusted returns.A buyer-dominant market signals strong institutional and retail interest that could drive a supply squeeze and break new highs in May. Bitcoin (BTC) price breached the $100,000 mark for the first time since January, fueling speculation of a new all-time high above $110,000 in May. According to Bitcoin Suisse, a crypto custody service provider, BTC’s bullish momentum stems from its ability to thrive…

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