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Remember that line? Couldn’t we all remember it better? I’m currently on my first vacation (sort of) in about five years. It’s not a total vacation because the husband and I are still getting in some work time (see: writing ASJA newsletter from a charming Pennsylvania inn), but we are traveling away from home for a purpose other than visiting family members, which is amazing. So, under the heading of “do as I say, not as I haven’t entirely managed to do,” breaks are so important. They revitalize your spirit. And you know what, it’s a beautiful time of year. Whether it’s a week, a weekend, a day, an afternoon, please take the time to get away from your desk, your laptop, your phone, take some deep breaths, get outside, appreciate the colors, have a warm beverage (but seriously, what is this apple latte nonsense that’s happening?), take a long walk. The work will still be there tomorrow. And the day after, and the day after. Explore some of the magical world.
All the best, Holly Leber Simmons, ASJA Weekly Editor
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ASJA Fall 2022 Virtual Conference Kudos
ASJA
Congratulations to the organizers of the Fall Virtual Conference on a rousing success. There are some excellent follow-up discussions and follow-ups on the ASJA Facebook page, including some supplementary materials some of the presenters have generously offered, questions about accessing sessions online, and more. Definitely check it out and keep learning.
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Hurricane Season 2022: Writer's Emergency Assistance Fund
ASJA
We know ASJA members and other professional freelance writers are among those affected by Hurricanes Fiona and Ian. If you or someone you know has had their freelance writing income impacted by these hurricanes, other natural disaster, or illness, the Writers Emergency Assistance Fund is here to help. The application for assistance is here. And if you’re having a good year or simply counting your blessings as you watch the coverage of the hurricane damage, please consider a donation to WEAF. Each year, ASJA grants thousands of dollars to professional writers in need. Our ability to continue this program depends on donations.
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Department of Labor Releases New Rule
ASJA
The Department of Labor released the long-awaited proposed rule on employee or independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act. We’ve not yet fully read/processed the 184-page rule, but it argues weighing several factors when assessing worker status, and none of them are necessarily more important than the others. Among the 6 factors: whether the work performed is central to a company’s business; what kind of investments workers make to do their jobs; nature and degree of control; degree of permanence of work relationship; opportunity for profit or loss; skill and initiative. There is a public comment period. We’ll be in touch with ASJA members to share ways to proceed. The NYT has a helpful article with background.
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Coming Soon: Virtual Client Connections
ASJA
MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Virtual Client Connections takes place November 8-10 and 15-17! ASJA members who sign up will be able to meet virtually with editors and literary agents. Registration details to come soon!
Important note: Because we're doing registration through ASJA's new website, the signups are going to be first come, first serve. Questions? Email TheMicheleWojo@gmail.com.
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ASJA Volunteer Opportunities
ASJA
- Virtual Pitch Slams – Find editors for monthly pitch sessions and handle registration logistics. Learn more about the program here. Contact Wendy Helfenbaum at wendy@taketwoproductions.ca.
- Virtual Client Connections – Be the liaison for your assigned editor or literary agent and ASJA members with interviews. Step-by-step guidebook provided – takes 3-5 hours of your time. Contact Denise Caiazzo at phrasemakr@aol.com.
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Member News
ASJA
Do you have professional news you’d like to share with the group? A new job, a story you’ve published (in article, blog post, book, cave painting, etc. form), a new project you’ve launched, an interview with someone fascinating, a speaking gig? Send your news (50 words or less, I will cut) and a link if applicable to Holly Leber Simmons, ASJA Weekly editor at hello@redpeneditorial.co (that’s .co like Coco Chanel or you go, Glen Coco). Please put “ASJA Member News” in your subject line or it might not be seen.
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Section 230 heads to the Supreme Court
Columbia Journalism Review
The Supreme Court announced that it would hear two cases that are looking to chip away at Section 230 legal protections. At the core of one case is the claim that Google’s YouTube service violated the federal Anti-Terrorism Act by recommending videos featuring the isis terrorist group, and that these videos helped lead to the death of Nohemi Gonzalez, a twenty-three-year-old US citizen who was killed in an isis attack in Paris in 2015.
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Lessons for journalists from virtual worlds
Columbia Journalism Review
In the darkest days of the covid-19 pandemic, as many people figured out how to work and live in isolation, they turned to various virtual worlds and spaces for comfort. From games like Animal Crossing to Zoom, the popularity of communing and communicating both virtually and synchronously skyrocketed and persists in “post pandemic” life. Everything from conferences to the rising concept of the “metaverse” connects to virtual worlds.
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The 3 best ways to gain a reputation as a new freelancer
Techgenyz
One of the most challenging parts when getting work as a freelancer is ensuring people will want to hire you. It’s a puzzle for most people since clients want to know who you are, but they can’t know who you are if you don’t have any clients before. You’ll need to get some early clients quickly to build a reputation so that you can have a steady stream of work and not many gaps between jobs.
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