Today is the day I’m handing over the keys to the kingdom to Splashpress Media. In case you weren’t aware of this, I sold Freelance Writing Jobs and today is the last day under my ownership. I’ve had 30 days to think about this transaction and while I still believe it’s for the best, it’s also strange and sad knowing that FWJ will no longer be mine. I wrote this post in my head about twelve times in the past few days but it’s not coming out like I intended. I thought about writing about the lessons I learned as [Read more…]
Goodbye, Friends
June 30, 2010. 13 Comments
Today is the day I’m handing over the keys to the kingdom to Splashpress Media. In case you weren’t aware of this, I sold Freelance Writing Jobs and today is the last day under my ownership. I’ve had 30 days to think about this transaction and while I still believe it’s for the best, it’s also strange and sad knowing that FWJ will no longer be mine. I wrote this post in my head about twelve times in the past few days but it’s not coming out like I intended. I thought about writing about the lessons I learned as [Read more…]
Copyright 101 for Freelance Writers at the Writer’s Success Resource Center
June 21, 2010. 3 Comments
The Writing Success Resource Center is a joint venture between FWJ and Poewar, and sponsored by Demand Studios. Today’s addition to the series is by Jonathan Bailey of Plagiarism Today and is called Copyright 101 for Freelance Writers. Jonathan covers the basics and tells you everything you need to know about writing for the web. The article is in FAQ form so you can find the questions and answers you’re looking for without a lot of digging around I hope you enjoy!
Freelance Writing Jobs Sold to Splashpress Media
June 17, 2010. 84 Comments
When I began the Freelance Writing Jobs blog five years ago, it was a fun hobby. I enjoyed trolling the Internet for job leads each morning and sharing with my fellow freelancers. For me, it was a relaxing way to enjoy my first cup of coffee. In those days, I woke at 4:00 a.m. to find leads as my then three year old son was too high maintenance to allow me to get stuff done during regular business hours. You really have to love what you do to get up that early. FWJ surprised me by becoming a popular resource [Read more…]
I said I woudn’t do this: My (first) list of Thank Yous
June 16, 2010. 9 Comments
When I made the announcement the other day that I was selling FWJ, I said I wouldn’t be doing a long laundry list of thank you’s. It’s not that I’m ungrateful, but rather, I’m afraid of forgetting someone. However, after thinking on it for a couple of days, I decided I do want to do a list of thank you’s to the people who have encouraged, supported or inspired me. I hope I don’t forget anyone, but if I do I would like to reserve the right to add them in later. These are the people have changed my life [Read more…]
Freelance Writers – Telecommute
June 9, 2010. Leave a Comment
Freelance Writers – telecommute Imagine impacting the lives of millions of people by helping connecting them with the information they need to answer everyday questions and accomplish ambitious personal goals! We do that each and every day at Demand Studios, and you can, too! Put your writing talents to work at one of the most innovative online writing communities in the world and start earning a reliable paycheck creating engaging articles in your area of interest and expertise. Click here to learn more and apply The Ideal Candidate: – Ability to write clearly and concisely – Comfortable with internet research [Read more…]
The Writing Success Series Continues
June 7, 2010. Leave a Comment
The Joint Writing Success series between PoeWar and Freelance Writing Jobs continues today with a tutorial for getting started in blogging. This tutorial features some tips for getting started, some videos to guide you and an interview with professional blogger (and friend) Chris Garrett. Getting Started as a Blogger I hope you find the post and the series useful!
The Three Things That Significantly Increased My Blog’s Traffic
June 5, 2010. 8 Comments
The Freelance Writing Jobs blogs have always enjoy a slow steady rise in traffic. However, in the past year we’ve shown a significant increase. The rise in traffic came as no surprise because I implemented a few recommended strategies that worked. One of the strategies became a big commitment and the other two took no special effort on my part. However, there are noticeable results and it’s clear the efforts paid off. None of these strategies are any great secret. They’ve been recommended by top bloggers and social media strategists for years. In fact, the last strategy is something I [Read more…]
5 Things About Freelance Writing You May Not Know if You’re Just Starting Out
June 3, 2010. 13 Comments
Most freelance writers have common sense and the ability to judge good and bad opportunities. As mentioned recently, most you know what you’re getting into before you get into it and don’t need bloggers to tell you most of the things we tell you. Still there may be a few things you don’t realize just starting out, especially those without formal training. Let me share a few things to think about. 1. It’s Not OK to Post Someone Else’s Writing or Images Without Permission I don’t know how folks get the notion that just because something is online it’s public [Read more…]
Independent Online Writers – Telecommute
June 1, 2010. 4 Comments
Independent Online Writers – telecommute Our network of industry leading websites, and the millions of people who visit them, demand well written informational articles that help them achieve personal goals in health, travel, home improvement and hundreds of other areas. To meet this demand, we are looking for experienced and talented writers to join our team and have their work featured on sites like USAToday.com, LIVESTRONG.com and eHow.com. Our team consists of freelance writers across the country who enjoy writing around their own schedules and in their area of expertise. About this Position: – Claim, write and submit your articles [Read more…]
First Article in the Writers Success Series is Live!
June 1, 2010. Leave a Comment
As mentioned last week, PoeWar and FWJ are starting a Writer’s Success Resource Center featuring in depth articles and tutorials. The Writer’s Success Center is sponsored by Demand Studios and it is our hope it gives you all the tools you need to survive in this business. The first article and podcast is up at PoeWar, where John Hewitt teaches you how to write a how to! Enjoy! Dont’ forget to let John know if you enjoyed his tutorial.
Freelance Writing Success Series Begins Today
June 1, 2010. 2 Comments
As mentioned last week, John Hewitt of PoeWar and I have teamed up to begin a Writer’s Success Resource Center where we share in depth tips to help writers succeed. The Resource Center, which is sponsored by Demand Studios, should answer all your questions about freelance writing, beyond what you see in the usual blog posts. The series begins today and John Hewitt has posted the first installment, a post and podcast teaching how to write a “how to.” We hope you enjoy this series and if you like John’s contribution, be sure to let him know!
Freelance Writing Jobs for June 1, 2010
June 1, 2010. 1 Comment
It’s the first day of a brand new month. How will YOU make a positive start? New Around the Freelance Writing Jobs Network Reusing Research: Making Your Work Twice as Useful How Should You Dress for a Client Meeting? Freelance Writing Jobs Content Writing Jobs Freelance/Contract Web Content Strategist Goal Planning/Execution Writer Writers for YouYarn.com Writer to Help with Website ReWrite SEO Writer Blogger Jobs Home Decor Blogger Financial Markets Blogger Mobile/Tech Blogger Social Media Specialist/Blogger – 12 month contract Bloggers Needed Proofreading/Editing Jobs Copyeditor/Proofreader Journalism Jobs Health News Writer for Psych Central Freelance Real Estate Reporters Writers/Reporters – Norwood [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for May 28th, 2010
May 28, 2010. 1 Comment
We’re heading into a three day holiday weekend on this side of the pond which means there will probably be no leads on Monday. I’ll do my best to send you some tidbits to help you on your job search though. Also, Kommein is my blog about community and social media. I hope you’ll drop by from time to time. Leads are late today because I goofed off this morning. I’m sorry to get them to you so late, but not sorry I relaxed and enjoyed conversation with friends. New Around the Freelance Writing Jobs Network Words v. Motives Query [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for May 27, 2010 – 43 Places to Find Gigs
May 27, 2010. 7 Comments
In lieu of leads, please see this list of places to find freelance writing jobs. 43 Places to Find Freelance Writing Jobs Craigslist – Craigslist is my number one place to find freelance writing jobs. Say what you want about them, but I’ve found more legitimate, high paying opportunities on Craigslist than any other job search site. It has a bad reputation for being a haven for scammers, but they also have plenty of terrific gigs listed each day. About Freelance Writing – Many of you know Anne Wayman as About.com’s original Guide to Freelance Writing. I know her as [Read more…]
Words v. Motives
May 27, 2010. 6 Comments
Today I’m remembering a conversation I had with my editor when I was an editorial assistant for a publishing company. We were sitting on the floor of her office going through the slush pile, when I began reading a pitch for an article for one of our local magazines offering an in depth look at why it’s a bad idea to open a proposed superstore in lower Manhattan. The pitch was well written and had me at “hello.” I told my editor it was a keeper. She suggested I read it again, and this time I include the author’s bio [Read more…]
Why I Hate Giving Out My Phone Number
May 26, 2010. 17 Comments
I often talk about the importance of live conversation and how much more can get accomplished using a simple phone call over a whole bunch of emails. I think many believe hearing a voice builds trust. I think so too. Mostly I like how we can complete an entire conversation in one phone call and I don’t have to wait to receive and respond to emails to get all the details. Lately though, I hate giving out my number – and here’s why: 9:00 phone calls: People who call after 9:00 because they know I’m home piss me off. I [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for May 26, 2010
May 26, 2010. 1 Comment
New Around the Freelance Writing Jobs Network Introducing the Writer’s Success Resource Center Separation, Integration and Working as a Freelance Writer: My Peas are Touching My Carrots and It’s Good Recommended Reading 5 Must Know Copyright Facts for Freelance Writers at Plagiarism Today Freelance Writing Jobs Content Writing Jobs Writer for Latin Website Freelance Writer -Politics/Elections Blogger Jobs Green/Frugal Personal Finance Bloggers at Savings.com Organic SEO Writer/Blogger Financial Writer/Blogger – $20/post Blogger Wanted Real Estate Blogger – Miami Content Writer WAnted Proofreading/Editing Jobs Copyeditor for the InfoPro.com – NYC RFP Writer/Editor – Mt Laurel NJ Freelance Proofreader – Carson CA [Read more…]
Kommein
May 26, 2010. Leave a Comment
I used to co-blog at Kommein, a blog for community managers. It was my place to talk about social media, especially community management. The problem was, FWJ became too big for me to manage on a part time basis and most of my personal projects fell to the wayside as I worked hard to grow this network. So Kommein faltered for a while. It’s time to dust it off. The truth is, I miss discussing social media. I know I touch upon it here from time to time, but you’re here to learn more about writing than anything else. So [Read more…]
Independent Online Writers- Telecommute
May 25, 2010. Leave a Comment
Position Summary: Have your work featured on some of today’s leading online publications including USAToday.com, LIVESTRONG.com, eHow.com and several others by writing for Demand Studios. This freelance writing position enables you to work and earn around your schedule and focus on the topics you are most knowledgeable about. Learn more about this position here Responsibilities: • Claim diverse assignments based on your personal area of expertise • Complete claimed assignments within 7 days • Interact with editors to ensure polished and publish-ready articles • Focus on short-form (300-500 word) assignments • Click here to view a sample Demand Studios article Benefits: [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for May 25, 2010
May 25, 2010. Leave a Comment
Check the Freelance Writing Jobs homepage at about 1:00 p.m. EST for a cool announcement. Hope you all have a great day! New Around the Freelance Writing Jobs Network Freelance Writer: Tame That Wild Over Spending 5 Ways to Use GMail Canned Responses in Freelancing Popular Query Questions Answered Freelance Writing Jobs Content Writing Jobs Outdoor Writes for Pixeldirt – $10 – $100 Freelance Writers with Internet Experience Blogger Jobs Bloggers Wanted – $25 – $100/post Proofreading/Editing Jobs Managing Editor – Disney – Glendale Copywriting Jobs Marketing Copywriter – Waltham MA Journalism Jobs Journalists Needed – Dallas Ghost Writing Jobs [Read more…]
Introducing the Writer’s Success Resource Center
May 25, 2010. 9 Comments
I’m pleased to announce the launch of the Writer’s Success Resource Center, a joint project between Freelance Writing Jobs and PoeWar. The Resource Center, which is sponsored by Demand Studios, features articles, podcasts, webcasts and videos filled with in-depth information to help all freelance writers achieve success. John Hewitt of PoeWar and I will take alternating Mondays for our featured content. The content will be beyond what you see on our usual blog posts. We’ll be offering in depth tips and practices you can put to use right away and we’ve invited some special guests to join us. Chris Garrett, [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for May 24, 2010
May 24, 2010. 2 Comments
We had some fun discussions at the FWJ Facebook page over the weekend. Feel free to drop by and chime in. New Around the Freelance Writing Jobs Network Top 10 Things Writing Blogs Tell You That You Already Know When Freelance Writers Need a Wake Up Call Nine Tips to Becoming a Better Writing Mentor 10 Popular Article Writing Questions – Answered! Freelance Writing Business Fears Recommended Reading 8 Must Do’s for Aspiring Writers at Altitude How to Write Your Ass Off at CopyBlogger Freelance Writing 101 at Daily Writing Tips Benefits of Networking: An Introduction at Fuel Your Writing [Read more…]
Top 10 Things Freelance Writing Blogs Tell You That You Already Know
May 23, 2010. 9 Comments
Originally this post was to have been called “Are the Freelance Writing Blogs Telling You Stuff You Already Know?” so we could have a big discussion about how redundant and unoriginal we all are. Let’s face it, every freelance writing blogger says the same thing, we just use different words. We all want to convince you we’re the best in order to get your traffic, but most of all have the same background, got the same sort of start and now we’re each competing to give you information you already know. None of you are dumb. You don’t need hand [Read more…]
When Freelance Writers Need a Wake Up Call
May 22, 2010. 5 Comments
In order to encourage the freelancer writers in this community, I like to keep the tone light and positive. Though I don’t take the “in your face” approach to blogging, I’ll agree that there are plenty of times when freelance writes need to have the truth laid out for them in order to view all sides of the picture. With that in mind, I’d like to discuss some of the things that aren’t so pleasant and hopefully inspire struggling freelancers to re-evaluate their career choices and goals. To be perfectly blunt, there are times freelance writers need a wake up [Read more…]
