Pitch to the “Hidden” Places that Hire Freelance Writers

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Have you ever done a search for “freelance writer” only to land on a gig that isn’t for a freelance writer at all? For example you may land on a job for an editor who has to “supervise freelance writers” or a managing editor who has to “hire freelance writers”.  Don’t click away from [...]

Freelance Writing and the Big Screen TV Factor

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Credit where it’s due: Yesterday I was making my blog rounds when I stopped at a post by James Chartrand entitled “Want More Clients? Explain Yourself.” James explained how some potential clients will choose the lowest bid, but might be inclined to change their minds if you convince why you’re worth the extra pay. [...]

10 Reasons Why That Other Writer Always Seems to Get Ahead

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Ever wonder why some writers seem to do so well with their careers while yours is just sort of hanging steady? “It must be luck.” You tell yourself – and anyone who will listen. “That person isn’t as talented, he was only at the right place at the right time.”
Before you get jealous and [...]

85 Hacks to Help Your Freelance Writing Career

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In blogging years, FWJ has been around a long time – about four and a half years. That’s a lot of jobs and a lot of tips. As I was thinking about the evolution of this blog, I thought it might be handy to combine a lot of the advice given out here over [...]

Are You Writing or Rewriting? Research Tips for Freelance Writers

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When I was in grade school and our teacher assigned a research paper, my friends and I walked the two blocks to the local library for information. Most of the time our research consisted of copying text from the encyclopedia. My parents weren’t always around in the evenings and it was very rare for [...]

What Does it Mean to Be a Freelance Writer?

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Dear Ms. Ng,
What does it mean to be a freelance writer? Does it mean you work at home all day? Does it mean you work after a full time job? Are books and novels included? So many women I know are calling themselves freelance writers and what they do doesn’t seem to be writing [...]

10 Best Reasons to Be a Freelance Writer

So it’s spring and we’re just on the verge of summer. The weather is warm, it’s beach time, picnic time, barbecue time and the possibilities are wide open. It’s a great time to be a freelance writer.
How much do I love freelancing? Let me count the ways…
Top 10 Reasons to be a Freelance Writer
1. Make [...]

Good Freelance Writer Customer Service: Say What You Mean and Mean What You Say

A freelance writer is only as good as his (or her) reputation. You can be the best writer in the world, but if you can’t deliver as promised, no one will want to work with you. When making promises to a client, be sure you can deliver, otherwise it can lead to a whole lot [...]

Top 10 Freelance Writing Excuses and Why They Won’t Fly

It’s tough love day here at Freelance Writing Jobs.No more excuses for not finding work. If you’re persistent and good at what you do, there’s no reason you shouldn’t be rocking a freelance writing career. I see many writers who have many reasons for not finding work, but also a lot of excuses. I’ve heard [...]

You’re Hired! Don’t Blow It…

by Deborah Ng
As freelancers we know there’s no better feeling than knowing we were chosen to do a job out of dozens, if not hundreds of applicants. Something about our writing styles set us apart from the rest, and that has us walking upon air.
With some writers that pleasure is short-lived. Even though landing the [...]

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