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 …
You can enhance your freelance career by getting outside your comfort zone and trying new things. Most of us like to be comfortable. It’s only natural. However, the reality is that most growth doesn’t take place in your comfort zone. Instead, if you want to grow and improve, you need to get out of your comfort …
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Do you get distracted while writing? Here are five ways to reduce distractions when writing. Sometimes, the freelance writer faces distractions that feel overwhelming. How can you resist the comments on that controversial article you just read? And isn’t there something to be said for popping into the next room to make sure that your …
If you want to be a better writer, one of the best things you can do is learn how to accept constructive criticism. Often, I’m asked to name the number one thing that aspiring writers can do to improve their writing. Recently, in an interview with The Daily Interview, I was asked to put my …
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