Browsing Tag 'freelance'
Just as you would with a print magazine, analyze your potential market before you query. What types of subject does the site cover? How long are the articles or blog posts? How often are different sections of the site updated? Which sections seem to use the most freelance material? And of course, read the writers’ [...]
I treat ghost writing like any other writing terms. They’re always worked out in advance. I like to know how much writing is required; the time commitment involved (weekly, monthly, etc.) and their goals. From there, we work out a plan. Remaining anonymous is important for each client, and I honor that.” Read full article [...]
Looking at this pitch you’re probably thinking that it isn’t too bad, I did everything right. I talked about my experience, mentioned what I did, made note of my most proud of accomplishments in the industry, gave a link to my portfolio, and offered a thank you at the end. What could be wrong here, [...]
Discipline yourself. In the digital age, you’re a constant candidate for interruption. You can surf news headlines on the Internet, check Facebook updates, and watch Youtube videos 24 hours a day. Access to information has changed the world, but it’s also created an obstacle to working effectively from home. Set time aside every day to [...]
Having the ability to produce blog posts quickly can have a huge effect on your freelance earnings. It can be the difference between your freelance blogging being a part time ‘hobby’ or a full time living… The question of speed is of course a subjective one, but I would say that if you can knock [...]
Freelance writing has always been, to some extent, cheap and undervalued labor. Magazines often spend far more on the lunch spread at your average photo shoot than they do on the article that accompanies the pretty pictures (or the week’s salary of the editorial assistant who ran around organizing the whole thing). And yes, we [...]
Once the structure is solid, the editor changes hats (some editors have one or two hats, some have as many as Imelda had shoes) and looks at your use of language. There’s no point in doing this first because there might be the need for extensive rewriting. Their evaluation considers audience, point of view, voice, [...]
There’s a big distinction between writing and freelancing. A freelancer doesn’t just write. He or she writes for money — and that’s a critical distinction. That’s why having a business mindset is essential to your success — and so is getting paid for your work. But what happens when a client doesn’t pay you? This [...]
Often simply finding the right experts is all I need to locate the facts or statistics I’m looking for. One of my favorite sources is Help a Reporter Out, a/k/a ‘HARO.’ You send an email request detailing what you’re looking for, and HARO sends it to thousands of subscribers. This is a great way to [...]
Track your time, task by task. There are many online tools to help you find additional resources. By using searching phrases like: ‘personal time tracking,’ ‘free time tracking software,’ or ‘time tracking freeware,’ you will be sure to discover the tools you feel most comfortable with. Avoid feast or famine pricing and know your rock [...]
Most writers pitch ideas pegged to traditional holidays such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. Instead, ask yourself: What big, unique anniversaries will occur this year and, even more important, next year? This kind of advance planning can pay off in a major way. The U.S. government provides a good overview of upcoming holidays, major anniversaries, and [...]
You need a contract because human relationships are messy, memories are imperfect and communication is often ambiguous. A contract cannot protect you from any of this, but it can bring some clarity and consensus… Simply put, a contract is a document that can protect all parties by avoiding misunderstandings and serving as a paper trail [...]
Freelancing is not for sissies. It never has been… Yesterday’s challenges have morphed into today’s content mills, shrinking marketplace, and constricting corporations — presenting seemingly insurmountable odds. Is there really a future for today’s freelancer…” Read full article @ Writers-Editors Network Blog »»» AD: FROM FREE TO BOOK – Get your book published and into [...]
One of the most critical trends we’ll see… is increasing emphasis on visual and multimedia content… Writing will always be an important skill… But smart writers who want to be really successful in content marketing will take the time to expand their skill sets and technology prowess into more visual channels, or at least enhance [...]
2013 will mark a shift in both the perception and the fortunes of Internet-savvy writers. Here are three big reasons why the writer runs the Internet show… Content marketing isn’t a buzz phrase, and it isn’t a fad. Rather, people are starting to realize that content is the foundational element of all effective online marketing. [...]
Unlike the twelve days of Christmas, the 12 days of cogitation will not be consecutive. Instead, you will get to choose one day each month for your 12 days… And why are we doing this? Because stimulating our brain cells once a month by thinking, brainstorming, planning, cogitating, mind mapping — whatever you prefer to [...]
