This is a post by Lorraine Reguly of Wording Well. Hi. I’m Lorraine. I used to be a freelance writer. I still am… but I rarely write for others now. I mainly edit and help others become authors. I also… Continue Reading
I want to share a quick story about a coaching call I had with a freelance writer about reaching out and following up with clients. Here’s (roughly) how our conversation went: Me: So what happened to that company that… Continue Reading
When talking about the pros and cons of freelance life, a disadvantage that often comes up is lack of stability. Not having a predictable paycheck can be daunting and can give people the idea that freelancing isn’t a very reliable… Continue Reading
Today I was digging through my content archives, and I found some old articles that triggered a lot of memories from my early days as a freelancer. See, I didn’t start off charging $500 bucks a post. I wrote a… Continue Reading
A lot of writers believe that you need to have real world writing experience to land clients. And I have to admit, I used to be one of them. (I never had much luck using my school-related writing to land… Continue Reading
In this video, I discuss that ways that you can find high-paying clients. Remember, your time is limited. Don’t waste it by going after companies who don’t have the budget to pay for your services. Instead, focus your efforts on… Continue Reading
“How much should I charge for my freelance writing services?” I wish there was a definitive answer to this question. But the fact is, a freelancer’s rates will depend on several of factors, including your living/working expenses, your experience, and… Continue Reading
When you’re a new or aspiring freelance writer, you’re probably asking yourself, “How do I start freelance writing if I have no experience?” or “I don’t have samples or anything relevant to put in my portfolio. Where do I start?”… Continue Reading
When Nigerian writer and blogger Bamidele Onibalusi started his online business in 2009, he had limited funds and no access to electricity, let alone an Internet connection. Throw in the fact that he’s from Nigeria, a country known for Internet… Continue Reading
While inbound marketing is certainly an effective strategy for freelance writers, it isn’t always an option when: a) You’re not established enough to attract the right clients; or b) You need paid work now and don’t have time to wait… Continue Reading