Once a week, we gather stories about the media business, journalism, writing, communications, and freelancing—with a Canadian focus—and share them in Off the Wire. Who needs a water cooler?

From around the web:

• The freelancers guide to getting found online [Freelancers Union]
• Fighting uphill for artists' rights [Medium]
• How to go freelance, a psychological guide [Hello I'm Nik]
• How I Spent a Month in France Without Losing Clients [The Freelancer]
• 7 negotiation tips for freelancers [Freelancers Union]
• Solutions Journalism for Science Reporters [Open Notebook]
• Stop trash-talking your first draft [The Writer Magazine]

Recently on Story Board:

• CBC Doc Mentorship Program deadline October 7: The program pairs up documentary makers with experienced CBC producers who will provide guidance and mentorship through the process of making a radio documentary...
• Freelancer organization tips: For me, the benefits of being and staying organized have been remarkable. I am less stressed out, I get my work in on deadline, I’m in sync with my clients and I am able to do my best work...

Spot a story you think we should include in next week's Off the Wire? Email the link to editor@thestoryboard.ca or tweet us at @storyboard_ca.