Author Archives: Ilise Benun

About Ilise Benun

Ilise Benun, founder of Marketing Mentor and co-producer of the Creative Freelancer Conference, works with creative freelancers who are serious about building healthy businesses. Connect with Ilise's expertise through books she authors, conference sessions and DesignCasts.Sign up for her Quick Tips.

[Video] On the Ups & Downs of Freelancing

In this pre-#CFConf chat, Bryn Mooth shares what she’s learned about the ups and the downs of freelancing and some of the things that have tripped her up in her 2 years as an independent. Continue reading More

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6 months Free Time Tracking for CFC Attendees

Do you hate creating #timesheets? Let them create themselves! Come to #CFConf and get CreativeWorx TimeTracker Pro for free! Yes, FREE! Continue reading More

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4 Reasons to Get Off the Fence and Come to CFC 2013

If you’re still on the fence about whether to come to CFC in San Francisco this year (June 22-24), here are a few things to help you decide. Continue reading More

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CFC 2013 Day 3 Hands-On Workshops: Monday June 24

How to Register for CFC 2013 Day 3 Half Day Workshops on Positioning and Content Marketing with Ilise Benun and Mark O’Brien. These workshops are in-depth, hands-on half-day sessions for $99 each. Huge value! Continue reading More

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Breakfast Roundtable Topics at CFC 2013

At CFC 2013 (June 22-24 in SF) we’ll have 2 days of Breakfast Roundtables, where you can dig in to a topic of your choice with a speaker or your fellow creative pros. Here are some of the topics we have on the table… Continue reading More

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[Podcast] How to Stop Scope Creep in its Tracks

In the latest CFC 2013 Speaker Podcast Series, writer, Alisa Bonsignore shares explicit language she uses to stop scope creep in its tracks and how she developed the confidence to say these things. Continue reading More

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[Podcast] Simple Mantra For Getting Everything Done

In this podcast, designer and author, Jim Krause, shares his simple mantra for getting things done without going crazy. Continue reading More

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[Podcast] 10 Tips for Networking With a Purpose

In preparation for the networking fest that is CFC 2013: The Business Conference for the Creatively Self Employed (www.creativefreelancerconference.com), networking expert, author and speaker Dana Manciagli shares with Ilise Benun 10 tips to networking with a purpose to get what you need. Continue reading More

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Socially-Minded Freelancer Wanted….

The Freelancers Union is looking for a freelancer who wants to be part of the movement and play a role as “member rep” on their Board of Directors. Excellent networking and growth opportunity! Apply by April 8. Continue reading More

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“Freelancer” Hires Full Time + Part Time Help!

CFC Veteran, Theresa Previ of Brooklyn, NY-based Treemarie says contracts are flying in so much she’s hired f/t and p/t help PLUS is moving out of her home office. She’ll be back at CFC in 2013 to learn more about the next stages of growth. Continue reading More

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