Looking for a little help when it comes to finding a writer’s guide to success? The folks over at OnBlastBlog.com put together this massive — useful — infographic to help you with your writing efforts. When it comes to writing, there are a few tips and tricks that can help you enjoy more success as …
After a few months of craziness, and trying to figure out what to do with myself, I’m getting back to my online freelance writing videos. Since my last video, I’ve discovered Periscope. I’ll use Periscope for a weekly writing tip every Wednesday right around 12:45 pm Eastern. At least that’s the plan. My first tip …
Almost every aspiring freelance writer I know asks me how to improve. One of the best things you can do is take a composition class. It’s true that one of the best things you can do as a freelance writer is to practice your writing. The more you write, the more you’ll improve over time. …
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Setting your writing rate is one of the toughest parts of freelancing. Do you really want to accept a lower fee? Freelance professionals are regularly told to stick to their guns and get paid what they’re worth. It’s also common for freelance writers to look for high-paying gigs. Once you’ve worked so hard to charge …
Need to keep track of sources, stories and due dates? Here’s how I organize articles for clients. Over the course of the last two years, I’ve shifted into writing that bears a resemblance to traditional journalism. Many of my clients want an authoritative voice, and they expect me to incorporate expert sources into the content …
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Can you really live as a writer? Is there really a way to make writing pay the bills? My good friend Luke Landes shared an interesting piece from Salon by Ann Bauer on his Facebook wall the other day. The piece takes a look at how many writers are “sponsored” in some way. The author of the …
