One of the most common concerns I hear is, “Aren’t you worried AI will replace writers?” My honest answer: not really. But I do think it’s changing how we write—and how we need to think about creativity. It’s not just about getting the job done faster. For me, it’s about making sure the message still …
Working With (Not Against) the Machine: How I Use AI Without Losing My Voice Read More »
At a recent Generation AI forum, I sat on a panel alongside other creatives. I was the only woman there, representing the Freelance Writers’ Guild of the Philippines. We were all wrestling with the same question: How do we work with this technology without losing what makes us human? One question for the panel stood …
Soundness, Intensity, and the Choice to Resist: Writing with Agency in the Age of AI Read More »
I didn’t jump into creative work with AI right away. Like many others, I was cautious—more out of fear than doubt. At the time, I was reading criticism about how generative AI might be undermining the rights of writers and artists, pulling from datasets without consent. As someone who values originality and authorship, I wasn’t …
I didn’t start using AI for anything creative. My first question to ChatGPT was about food—specifically, how to make a weekly meal plan for my family of five adults and one child in Baguio City. It was late 2023, and I’d just heard someone describe how helpful it could be for planning meals. I was …
From Meal Plans to Memos – My early days with AI Read More »
I started my freelancing career in 2015, after I moved to Baguio and left a ten-year corporate job in Manila. Freelancing became a logical choice because at my age then, it was already difficult for me to get a regular job in a city where I had no professional network whatsoever. At that point in …
Freelance writing is more than just putting words on a page; it’s about creating unique content that represents your creativity and expertise. However, in the digital age, where content is easily shared and copied, understanding intellectual property (IP) laws becomes crucial. Being well-versed in IP not only helps protect your work but also enhances your …
Being a freelance writer can be an exciting and rewarding gig. You get to work from anywhere, set your own hours, and write about things you’re passionate about. But with all that freedom comes a need to understand the legal side of things, especially when it comes to copyright. Let’s talk about why knowing about …
So, you want to be a freelance writer? Before you go all in, let’s talk honestly about what it takes to make it as a freelance writer. Spoiler alert: it’s not all sipping coffee in trendy cafes while typing away on your laptop. It’s much more than that. Know Thyself: Are You a Wordsmith in …
What you need to know about freelance writing but were afraid to ask (Part 1 of 2) Read More »
