Starting your own blog is an excellent way to showcase your own writing style, independent from work that has been commissioned by clients. It’s your own space on the Internet where you are free to write as yourself and not in the parameters ordered by someone else. There is certainly something freeing in working on your own projects for a change, and this is also a good way to promote your writing business and attract new clients who may be interested in hiring you for some business blogging.
Archives for October 2014
The Dos and Don’ts of a Freelance Writing Contract
When you first started freelance writing, did you have a contract? If you didn’t, don’t worry. I didn’t either, and I am pretty sure that many other freelance writers have the same experience. While I was – and am – fortunate to have only one negative incident, the smart thing to do is to have a freelance writing contract in place before you start working with a client.
Without a contract, you can be taken advantage of. At the very least, you may have to wait for eons to get paid. Worst case scenario, you might have to take your client to court.
To avoid these headaches, here are some Dos and Don’ts of a freelance writing contract. [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for October 31, 2014
Happy Halloween! It’s also the last working day of the month, so see you in November.
Here is the last batch of freelance writing jobs for October. Have a good one!
Freelance Writing Jobs
Content Writing Jobs
- Hygiene Writer with Scientific Background (Telecommute)
- Content Writer (Seattle Area)
- Content and Marketing Contractor (San Diego/Mostly Remote)
- Women’s Health Website Writer (Telecommute)
- Website Content Writer/Proofreader (NYC)
Blogging Jobs
- Kickass Blogger (SF)
- Travel and Cooking Products Blogger
- Deals/Bargains Blogger (LA)
- Pet Blogger (LA)
Dress up as a Famous Writer This Halloween
Copywriting Jobs
- Golf Event Planning/Fundraiser (Remote)
- Ad Writer (Northern Virginia)
- Email Marketing Expert (Virtual)
- Copywriter/Proofreader – Top Level
Proofreading/Editing Jobs
- Freelance Proofreader/Editor
- Editors and Correlators (Orlando, FL)
- Scientific/Medical Editor (Telecommute)
- Website Copy Editor
Journalism Jobs
- Freelance Journalist (Telecommute)
- Satire News Writers (Virtual)
Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs
- Business Plan Writer and PPT Designer (Telecommute)
Travel Writing Jobs
- Tour Scriptwriter (Telecommute)
Resume Writing Jobs
- Resume Writer (Philadelphia)
- Resume and LinkedIn Writer (Hollywood)
Why Social Media is No Legal Safe Haven
General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs
- Freelance Entertainment/Lifestyle Publicist (NY)
- Writer for Novel (Vancouver)
- Social Media Content Specialist (Phoenix/Remote)
- Writers Fluent in Norwegian
- Science Writer – Practice Materials for ACT Book (Remote)
Photo Credit: ePublicist
Dress up as a Famous Writer This Halloween
Are you skipping Halloween this year? Or are you all revved up for the revelry, dressing up, all the things that come with this holiday?
If you belong to the latter group, then here is a great idea for your costume: dress up as a famous writer!
Even though Halloween is only a day away, and you might have a costume already, these costume ideas are just too cool not to put to use. One or two might be a little horrifying, but in general, the costume ideas are great; and while some people might not know who you are, you can do a little bit of showing off. 😉
Here’s the infographic. Enjoy!
Which writer would you dress up as?
Thanks to Essay Mama for this infographic.
Also read: 6 Ways Freelance Writing is Like Halloween
Freelance Writing Jobs for October 30, 2014
Here are the freelance writing jobs for today. Good luck!
Freelance Writing Jobs
Content Writing Jobs
- Article Writer/Rewriter (Anywhere)
- Music Writer/Content Administrator (Remote)
- Freelance Writers – Home Design, Travel, Finance (NA)
Blogging Jobs
- Blogging About WordPress (Online)
- Freelance Blogger for TheDieline.com
- Junior Bloggers
- Blogger (Remote)
- Student Bloggers (Vancouver/Telecommute)
Personal Issues Should Not Affect Your Work!
Copywriting Jobs
- Freelance Copywriters/Ghostwriters
- Product Copywriter – Home Goods (Manhattan)
- Copywriter/Editor (Offsite)
Proofreading/Editing Jobs
- Freelance Copy Editor (US-Multiple Cities)
- Copy Editor for Website (Online)
- Book Copy Editor
- Experienced Associate Editor (NY)
Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs
- Restaurant Business Plan Writer (West Hollywood)
- Grants Management Data Act White Paper Writer (NYC)
- Fictional Business and Marketing Plan Writer (Anywhere)
Technical Writing Jobs
5 Things to Do Before You Query
General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs
- Writer/Proofreader – Wireless Industry (Remote)
- Web-savvy Writers (Anywhere)
- Researcher (Telecommute)
Magazine Writing Gigs
- Writers and Bloggers for Magazine (Remote)
- Freelance Food Writers for FINE Magazine (San Diego)
Photo Credit: Patch
Personal Issues Should Not Affect Your Work!
Personal issues play a huge role in the performance of a worker. Whether you sit behind a desk at an office or you work at home, there will always be personal issues of some sort. Some of them may be minor and easy to dismiss. Others may have a more draining effect.
Whatever the case may be, there is one thing that most employers and clients agree on: personal issues should not affect your work.
They should be left at home once you step out the door; but what about freelance writers? How do you separate personal issues and work when you work from home?
It’s a tricky problem, but let’s take a look at specific issues, how they can affect your work, and how you can fix them.
Relationship problems
If you’re married or have a partner, relationship problems are likely to occur. When these things happen, it can be very difficult to focus on your work. Your mind would probably be racing with thoughts – a mixture of anger, frustration, and hurt. Obviously, you don’t want these thoughts, as your writing will definitely suffer.
The fix:
- If your partner works at home too, go out and find another place to work for the day. That will physically distance yourself from the problem and help you focus on work.
- If you can stay at home and continue working, give yourself a break every now and then. During these breaks, allow yourself to dwell on the issue and think of how to solve it. Once the break is over, only focus on work. Don’t allow your mind to wander back to your problems. The same thing applies if your problem is as serious as getting a divorce or separation. Deal with the problem at specific times, but keep a tight rein on your thoughts while working.
Health problems
This is one area where work-at-home people have the advantage. For people who have to physically travel to work, having to stay at home when they’re sick is a bigger problem because their boss may not be happy about it. Then there is the fact that their sick days might get used up.
For remote workers, you have other options:
- Let your client/s know about the situation. This is essential if you have a deadline. More often than not, clients who work with freelancers are understanding in this matter.
- Allow yourself some hours “off”. If you have no pressing deadlines, you have the option to not work while you’re feeling bad. Don’t push yourself.
Financial problems
If remote workers have an advantage with regard to health problems, they are more likely to have financial issues. The degree of uncertainty for freelancers is higher, simply because they do not receive a fixed salary every month; so there are months in which money flows in, and there are lean months.
The fix: Plan, budget, and have savings. When you have a lot of work, and a lot of money comes in, set aside as much as you can for those lean months. When the lean months come, you also can employ money-saving measures to make it through. By doing this, your work shouldn’t be affected by financial issues when you don’t have as much earnings for a certain period.
Wrap up
What other personal issues do you/have you encountered as a freelance writer? How do/did you deal with them?
This post was written by the Khalaf Law Group, which offers Pasadena divorce lawyer services. You can follow them on Google Plus.
Freelance Writing Jobs for October 29, 2014
How’s everyone holding up? No mid-week blues for anyone today, I hope.
Here are your freelance writing jobs to help with that.
Freelance Writing Jobs
Content Writing Jobs
- Freelance Pet Writer/Content Curator (Telecommute)
- Freelance Content Creators (Remote)
- Mommy-focused Writer/Content Curator (Remote)
- Family-oriented Article Writer (USA)
- Android Power Users for How-to Guides (Telecommute)
Writer’s Block: What it is and How to Move Past it so You can Write Again
Blogging Jobs
- Part-time Blog Editor (Remote)
- Real Estate Blogger (Toronto)
- Bloggers (Toronto)
- Student Loan Blogger (Telecommute)
- Blogger – European Integrated Energy Market
Copywriting Jobs
- Freelance Copywriter (Minneapolis, MN)
- Student Sales Copywriter
- Creative Storyteller for Marketing (SD/Mostly Remote)
- Digital Copywriter (Telecommute)
Proofreading/Editing Jobs
- Experienced Editor/Proofreader (Montreal)
- Copy Editor (Remote)
- Book Editor
- Editor for Designer (NYC)
- Mobile Game Editors – Various Languages
- Book Proofreader
- Copy Editor for Novel (LA)
Journalism Jobs
Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs
- RFP Writer (Vancouver)
Technical Writing Jobs
SEO Experts and Freelance Writers: Interview with Kieran Flanagan
General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs
- Researcher/Writer (Telecommute)
- Professional Statement Writer (DC)
- Science Writer (Seattle)
- Lao Translator/Editor
- Creative Writer/Marketer/Growth Hacker (SF)
- Press Release Writer for a Band
Photo Credit: anoldent
The Dos and Don’ts of Writing an Amazing Blog Post
Editor’s note: This post was written by Cari Bennette, freelance writer, editor and content creator for JetWriters blog. She has around 4 years experience in blogging and does her best to write excellent posts and share her blogging tips with others. Contact her on Twitter.
Writing an amazing blog post seems to come so easy for some writers. They have the perfect selection of flowing words that captures the essence of every idea.
And for others, well, it’s a struggle. A struggle that shows in the numbers: posts with no comments, meagre social shares and zero sales. And it can be mighty frustrating not knowing what to do.
The good news is that blogging is a learnable skill, and with a bit of practice and perseverance, one that can be mastered. [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for October 28, 2014
Good morning, FWJ folks. My apologies for making a mistake in yesterday’s title, and thanks for pointing it out on Facebook so I could correct it.
Here are your freelance writing jobs.
Freelance Writing Jobs
Content Writing Jobs
- Freelance Writers for Digital Media Company (Telecommute)
- Freelance Latino Celebrity News Writers
- Cleaning Writer (Remote)
- Freelance Writers for Urban Bound (Remote)
- Writer for Dog Website (NY)
10 Procrastination-Killing Quotes by Writers, for Writers
Blogging Jobs
- Work from Home Bloggers (UK)
- Blogger About WordPress (USA)
- Freelance Fashion Blogger
- Short-term Policy Blogger (USA)
Copywriting Jobs
- Legal Copywriter
- Restaurant Copywriter (Remote)
Proofreading/Editing Jobs
- Freelance Content Editor
- Freelance Editor for Small Publishing House (Remote)
- Freelance Mechanical Proofreader (NY)
- Book Editor (Santa Monica)
- Part-time Proofreader/Writer (Remote)
Journalism Jobs
- Part-time Freelance Journalist (Beardstown, IL)
- Policy/Philanthropy Journalist
Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs
- Grant Writer (NYC)
- Business Plan Writer (LA)
- Grant Writer (DC)
- B2B Marketing Proposal and Sales Letter Writer (Telecommute)
Technical Writing Jobs
Resume Writing Jobs
- Resume Writer (Remote)
- LinkedIn Profile Writer
How to Pitch Your TV Show
General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs
- Ghostwriter for Memoir of a Hollywood Figure (LA)
- Writers for Book Series (Telecommute)
- Ghostwriters for Online Entertainment Magazine (Manhattan)
- Hygiene Writers with Scientific Background (Telecommute)
- Website Content Manager (Remote)
- Letter Writer
- Remote Contract Writers for Mobile Gaming Company
- Ghostwriter for Business Book (Canada)
- Professional Writer for Feature Articles (Toronto East)
Photo Credit: ePublicist
10 Procrastination-Killing Quotes by Writers, for Writers
Editor’s note; This post was written by Jennifer Parris, career writer at FlexJobs, the award-winning site for telecommuting and flexible job listings. FlexJobs lists thousands of pre-screened, legitimate, and professional-level work-from-home jobs and other types of flexibility like part-time positions, freelancing, and flexible schedules. Jennifer provides career and job search advice through the FlexJobs Blog and social media. Learn more at www.FlexJobs.com.
You promised your editor that you would have your article in by the end of the week. But despite having a looming deadline, you’ve kept yourself busy clicking and commenting on your Facebook friends’ photos, playing with your pug, and visiting the fridge every half hour on the hour. In short, you’ve done everything except write.
Procrastination hits even the best of writers. If you find yourself in a writing funk, get some inspiration from these 10 prolific writers, all of whom have battled—and won—the war against procrastination!
Procrastination Quotes by Writers
- “You can’t think yourself out of a writing block; you have to write yourself out of a thinking block.” –John Rogers
- “I’ve often said that there’s no such thing as writer’s block; the problem is idea block. When I find myself frozen–whether I’m working on a brief passage in a novel or brainstorming about an entire book–it’s usually because I’m trying to shoehorn an idea into the passage or story where it has no place.” –Jeffery Deaver
- “I think writer’s block is simply the dread that you are going to write something horrible. But as a writer, I believe that if you sit down at the keys long enough, sooner or later something will come out.” –Roy Blount, Jr.
- “Close the door. Write with no one looking over your shoulder. Don’t try to figure out what other people want to hear from you; figure out what you have to say. It’s the one and only thing you have to offer.” –Barbara Kingsolver
- “It begins with a character, usually, and once he stands up on his feet and begins to move, all I can do is trot along behind him with a paper and pencil trying to keep up long enough to put down what he says and does.” –William Faulkner
- “Write freely and as rapidly as possible and throw the whole thing on paper. Never correct or rewrite until the whole thing is down. Rewrite in process is usually found to be an excuse for not going on. It also interferes with flow and rhythm which can only come from a kind of unconscious association with the material.” –John Steinbeck
- “Don’t use words too big for the subject. Don’t say ‘infinitely’ when you mean ‘very;’ otherwise you’ll have no word left when you want to talk about something really infinite.” –C.S. Lewis
- “Almost all good writing begins with terrible first efforts. You need to start somewhere.” –Anne Lamott
- “Don’t wait for moods. You accomplish nothing if you do that. Your mind must know it has got to get down to work.” –Pearl S. Buck
- “There is nothing to writing. All you do is sit down at a typewriter and bleed.” –Ernest Hemingway
Sometimes it takes a little extra effort to put pen to paper. But as long as you try to minimize the distractions, the words will eventually flow, producing a great piece that you’ll be proud of.
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