Whenever I say I'm a freelance writer, eyebrows are raised all over the room. Sometimes it's out of interest or curiosity. Other times it's a look like, "Great, another one of those 'work from home' people." But in rare and magical moments, talking about my job helps someone. I recently made an acquaintance who's a … Continue reading Answering Your Burning Questions about Freelance Writing: “What Are Your Top Tips?”
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How Self-Publishing Can Benefit Your Freelance Writing Business
Are you a freelance writer looking to grow your business and expand your reach? (Who of us isn't?!) I've got a simple, often overlooked solution for you: self-publishing. Now, I know what you might be thinking: "I can't write a book!" or maybe something like "Books have nothing to do with my business." I'm here … Continue reading How Self-Publishing Can Benefit Your Freelance Writing Business
Answering Your Burning Questions about Freelance Writing: “How much do you make?”
Want to see your question on freelance writing answered right here? Leave a comment below or contact me! This might be an oddly straightforward question but it's something I get asked quite a bit, albeit usually in more roundabout ways. Many people still associate freelancing with making big bucks because they simply don't know enough … Continue reading Answering Your Burning Questions about Freelance Writing: “How much do you make?”
Answering Your Burning Questions about Freelance Writing: “Where Do I Start?”
Do you know what it takes to be a freelance writer? Over the past several weeks, I've put out a plethora of posts on freelance writing—everything from platforms to essential tools to landing gigs. But now that we've covered the basics and I've seen how many people are interested in this topic, I want to … Continue reading Answering Your Burning Questions about Freelance Writing: “Where Do I Start?”
Don’t Panic: What to Do (and Not Do) When You Can’t Find a Gig
We've all been there. It's the start of the mouth, you've just finished a huge project, and ahead...the void. AKA nothing. No jobs lined up, no clients interested. No work! So you search. And search. And search... And maybe it's just the time of year or maybe you've drawn the short end of the stick, … Continue reading Don’t Panic: What to Do (and Not Do) When You Can’t Find a Gig
Why You’re Getting Bored with Freelancing (And What to Do About It)
There comes a point in just about every job where things become mundane. Day in, day out, it's same old, same old, and you begin to dread the start of each day because you're just so bored. But in freelancing, you don't have to be. I've seen freelancers fall into the trap of getting bored … Continue reading Why You’re Getting Bored with Freelancing (And What to Do About It)
The 5 Habits of Highly Productive Freelancers
Anyone ever heard of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People? Going through college in the education field, it was a book that came up a lot. I had professors who were downright obsessed with this book. I've never read it, but I do know the "7 habits." All of that to say: this post … Continue reading The 5 Habits of Highly Productive Freelancers
How to Plan a Productive Week as a Freelance Writer
Just about any job requires some planning for the week ahead, but as a freelance writer, planning must be a part of your weekly routine. With deadlines looming, client meetings scheduled throughout the week, and all the other responsibilities that come with freelancing, it can be overwhelming to manage it all on your own. But … Continue reading How to Plan a Productive Week as a Freelance Writer
Why Paying for Writing Courses May Not Be Worth It
You're stuck in a rut. Maybe you're a freelancer looking for the way forward or a fiction writer who's majorly blocked and can't finish your story. Maybe you're something in between. What do you do? Search the internet for answers, of course! And what do you find? ... Courses that cost thousands of dollars. At … Continue reading Why Paying for Writing Courses May Not Be Worth It
Freelancing Rates: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Let’s talk about everyone’s favourite and least favourite thing: money!! When it comes to being a freelancer or hiring freelancers, money can be difficult to figure out, especially if you’re new to the game (but sometimes, even if you’re not!). Most of us want to be fair while still making sure we have enough to … Continue reading Freelancing Rates: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
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