Published inThe Startup·PinnedMember-onlyFreelance Writing May Not Be For You — Here’s How to KnowFreelance writing pros and cons that will help you decide whether it’s the right career path for you — Thinking about starting up as a freelance writer? A new Upwork study showed that 36% of the U.S workforce were freelancing full-time during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020— up 8% from 2019. It’s little surprise why. More people are realizing that self-employment comes with a lot of perks, like the…Freelance Writing5 min readFreelance Writing5 min read
May 4, 2022Member-onlyGhostwriter vs. Freelance Writer: What’s the Difference?What’s different and is one better than the other? — Ghostwriting and freelance writing share several similarities but there are some slight differences worth noting. Ghostwriting is its own type of writing niche and it can be a potentially lucrative writing career. This article will unpack freelance writing vs. …Freelance Writing4 min readFreelance Writing4 min read
Published inThe Startup·Apr 27, 2022Member-onlyHow To Raise Your Freelance Writing RatesStop leaving money on the table. Your rates should reflect your increased skills and expertise. — Raising your rates is a fear shared among many freelance writers. What if they say no? They might think my new rates are outrageous. Am I even worth that much? Will I survive if I lose this client?… … The inner dialogue goes on. You’re a freelance writer. That means…Freelance Writing5 min readFreelance Writing5 min read
Published inThe Startup·Aug 2, 2021Member-onlyWhat Nobody Told You About Being a Freelance WriterAwkward conversations, loneliness, financial worries and more. — Being a freelance writer is pretty amazing — you have a lot of freedom over when, where and how you work. You can work on the beach sipping a margarita if you wanted (I personally wouldn’t want sand in my laptop, but it’s nice having the option). Freelancing is often…Freelance Writing6 min readFreelance Writing6 min read
Published inThe Startup·Jul 23, 2021Member-onlyResearch Tips for Writing Blog Posts as a Freelance WriterHow to save time when compiling useful, credible sources before writing. — Research is often more than reading through the top five results after a Google search. Depending on the complexity, researching an article can be a huge time drain. If you want to deliver comprehensive and insightful content for your clients, dig deeper. …Freelance Writing5 min readFreelance Writing5 min read
Jul 5, 2021Member-onlyClient Testimonials: Why They’re Important and Tips for Collecting ThemUse past clients to testify to your results and professionalism. — You read Amazon reviews before making a purchase. Yelp ratings help you choose a restaurant. You may ask your friends and family which mechanic they use. People look to other people’s experiences before making a decision. Similarly, client testimonials tell prospective clients what it’s like working with you. …Freelance Writing5 min readFreelance Writing5 min read
Published inThe Startup·Jul 1, 2021Member-onlyWhy Hourly Rates Are a Bad Idea for Freelance WritersThe difference between the cost of your time and the value you offer. — Many beginner freelance writers use hourly rates because it’s straightforward and familiar. You get paid this much for this many hours. That’s how your old boss usually does it. Easy, right? However, hourly rates can actually put you at a disadvantage and cheapen the value you offer. …Freelance Writing5 min readFreelance Writing5 min read
Jun 24, 2021Member-onlyOvercoming Imposter Syndrome as a Freelance WriterTips for recognizing your writing talents when you feel self-doubt kicking in. — Can I really charge this much? Am I even worth this amount? Who am I to write about a topic like this? Others are far more qualified. People will see right through me. Whether you’ve been freelance writing for a while or just getting started, these thoughts have probably crossed…Freelance Writing5 min readFreelance Writing5 min read
Jun 16, 2021Member-only5 Benefits of Having a Freelance Writer WebsiteWhile a freelance writer website isn’t necessary, it’s an investment that can pay dividends. — As a freelance writer, you may think it’s enough to just list your writing samples in the email body. After all, you’re busy and a freelance writer website just adds more work, stress and maintenance, right? However, your website is more than a home for your portfolio — it can…Freelance Writing5 min readFreelance Writing5 min read
Published inThe Startup·Jun 2, 2021Member-onlyFreelance Writers, Read This Before Quitting Your Day JobAsk yourself these 7 questions before taking the plunge. — Whether you’ve dipped your toe in freelance writing or you’re an intermediate writer, you may have considered quitting your day job to freelance full-time. When I started freelance writing, I did it intending to eventually leave my 9 to 5 — and I did. Being my own boss was incredible…Writing5 min readWriting5 min read
