The world of work is changing. Daily commuting is, for many, being replaced by remote working at home.
Some, though, are going a step further, hopping about the world, remote working wherever their fancy takes them. Because for millions of “digital nomads,” completing that latest project, then connecting with a client via live video call from a hotel on the beach is more than their working life. It’s their way of life. [Read more…]
Whether you had a steady stream of writing gigs or a tiny trickle, you undoubtedly learned some lessons on what to do—and not to do—as a freelance writer in 2022.
As you write your way into 2023, here are some New Year’s resolutions for you, the freelance writer, that will help you create a freelance writing career you’ll love. [Read more…]
The freelance writing job market is experiencing a boom. The number of writers who work for themselves has increased by about 50% since the recession of 2008, and it’s not slowing down. Why?
It’s simple: people are looking for ways to make money. And more than ever, they’re willing to do it on their terms.
Putting words into writing is not enough if you want to be successful in your freelance career. To grow your brand and business as a writer, you need soft skills.
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Many freelance writers aren’t a fan of writing on spec. That is, to create an assigned article for a potential freelance writing client or publication without the promise of acceptance. This usually happens when a publication doesn’t want to commit to a new writer without giving him or her an audition first.
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Ads for legal writers may have caught your eye over the years, but you may not have bothered taking a look because you don’t know really know anything about legal writing. Nothing to be ashamed of – you’re part of the majority. Since legal writing is a very specific niche, there are fewer freelance writers who specialize in it.
Did you hear that? The sweet tinkle of the bell of opportunity.
Specific niche = less competition = higher rates
First, though, you actually need to answer the question: “What is legal writing?” [Read more…]
Remote freelance positions have boomed in the last several years. During the pandemic, businesses had to learn how to cut costs and did so by outsourcing some of their work through freelancing.
As a freelancer, you are always on the lookout for new clients and new projects. You may have a great portfolio and plenty of experience, but you’ll never get the work you want if you don’t market yourself well.
One way to market yourself is through cold pitching for freelance work. Cold pitching is the process of contacting potential clients who you have not worked with before in an attempt to get them to hire you for a project.
Do you want to hear a secret? You can get your next big freelance writing gig on LinkedIn.
About 95% of recruiters are using LinkedIn to find talent. More and more people, including freelance writers, have been landing jobs after jobs using the professional networking site.
Just about six months ago, four people were hired every minute via LinkedIn. But today, that stat has increased to 6 people hired every minute. That’s 360 new hires every hour via LinkedIn, or 8,640 new hires per day.
You can become a part of those stats. However, you stand a chance only if you craft a LinkedIn profile that attracts clients and proves that you’ll be a good hire.
Don’t know how to do this? Don’t worry. In this article, we’ll give you some of the best LinkedIn profile writing tips for freelance writers. At the end of this article, you’ll be able to create a killer LinkedIn profile that will help you land more clients.
It’s the classic catch-22 situation. You’re looking for your first job and everyone wants someone with experience. But you need to get hired to get experience—and no one will hire you.
Sound familiar?
