Link Love: Say Goodbye to Your Cubicle
The Internet is a great resource for wannabe entrepeneurs. Here are some of the websites that I look to for inspiration and advice.
1. The Creative Life. According to its website, The Creative Life aims to “…share, lament, ponder, explore, celebrate, and vent about the [creative] paths we’ve chosen, the destinations we strive to reach, and the wheels we’ve decided to reinvent to get [there] safely.” While not updated frequently, The Creative Life acts as a sounding board for those interested in pursuing a full-time career in the arts. Fears, triumphs and failures are disucessed with an honesty that is nothing short of refreshing.
2. The Anti 9-to-5 Guide. In 1993, freelance writer Michelle Goodman said goodbye to her 9-5 job to pursue a full-time career in writing. Two books and a successful blog later, she’s doing better than ever. On her website, Goodman offers writing tips (I first learned of HARO through her), discusses ethical quandaries and demonstrates how fulfilling (and lucrative) a freelance career can be.
3.Where the Hell is Matt .While this site has nothing to do with career development, I find it profoundly inspiring. I n 2003 Matt quit his job to see the world. A travel buddy suggested that he dance in front of the camera in front of various places he’d visit. The result was a video that went viral. To date, it’s received over 20 million views.
But the story doesn’t end there.
Matt was picked up as a sponsor for Stride gum. He now travels the world on their behalf while picking up lucrative endorsements on the side. It just goes to show how far an “outside the box” approach can take a person.
4. Freelance Switch. Freelance Switch is a beautifully-designed website for freelance professionals. Freelancers are able to network with one another, browse jobs and listen to podcasts. If you have a question about freelancing, chances are you’ll find the answer here.
5. Entepeneur. This is a great website that I’ve recently stumbled upon. Countless well-written articles, an “Ask Entrepeneur” section and an area dedicated to women in business are just a few of the site’s features. You’d be wise to visit Entrepeneur daily.