There’s an art to communicating with potential clients. Whether it’s through an email, a LinkedIn message or through a bidding platform like Upwork, your initial communication plays a vital role in your success as a freelance writer. Most freelance writing clients have a pretty good idea of what they want:…
“I’m afraid I don’t have what it takes!” “I’m scared that I’ll fail and I won’t be able to provide for my family.” “I don’t have the same skills that successful freelance writers have so I definitely won’t be as successful as they are.” These are just a few of…
In today’s post, I want to share with you a recent interview I had with Kelly Boyer Sagert, a 25-year veteran of freelance writing. Kelly was the managing editor of a regional magazine publishing house and is a member of the American Society of Journalists and Authors and the Society of…
What is the No. 1 thing that holds you back from reaching your freelance writing goals? Maybe you’re worried that you don’t have what it takes. Maybe you’re waiting for the “right time” to approach a client. Maybe you are afraid of failing. Maybe you are afraid of succeeding because…
When you’re newer to publishing, it can feel as though unfamiliar terms are pelting you like pebbles of hail. Simultaneous submissions? Reprints?? One-time rights??? First time rights???? All rights????? What does this all mean??????? Fortunately, it sounds more complicated than it usually is in reality – and, once you understand…
What can you learn from dating that you can apply to your freelance writing career? You may be surprised how closely related they are! As the only married one in my group of friends, let’s just say I’ve sort of become the “go-to” person when it comes to dating advice.…
Are you having trouble landing freelance writing clients but you don’t know why? Do you feel like you’re doing everything it takes but you find yourself stuck within the claustrophobic walls of content mills and low-paying gigs? Don’t worry, you’re not alone and I’m here to tell you that there…
True or False? You work and work, and then work some more...but you just can’t seem to reach your financial goals as a freelance writer and break through that seemingly impenetrable ceiling. If this statement rings true for you, then you may be among the many who believe the lie…
A writer’s workspace can either contribute to excellent writing which leads to more clients and more money OR reduce a writer to tears of frustration. As a freelance writer, you need a well-organized, ergonomic workplace to carry out your tasks and projects efficiently and without frustration. Without a well-designed place…
If you’ve shopped in any grocery store, ever, then you’ve seen those glossy magazine covers at the checkout lines. They contain splashy blurbs that promise to help you melt away ten pounds for bikini season, supercharge your sex life or whip up a recipe that you can prepare in 30…
