For every freelancer, there comes the exciting moment when you realize you’re a business owner. Then overwhelm sets in as you recognize you’ve no business management experience.

I’ve been in this trench for over 20 years. When I went into the spa industry, there were no jobs. The word “esthetician” got me blank-faced stares. I had one choice: start my own business and learn to manage it.

From that experience, I’ve found five simple steps that apply well to freelance ownership of your writing business.

Avoid Business Owner Meltdown! Increase your success with these five steps that boost confidence and productivity. Follow this roadmap plan…