Well, we made it through another week. I hope yours was both profitable and productive. I want to thank all who applied for the blogger gig. I have over 200 applicants to go through thus far and it looks to be a very difficult decision. In addition to a new blogger hired from the advertised gig, Freelance Writing Jobs is thrilled to welcome Carson Brackney to our blogging team. Carson and I go way back, we both started our writing blogs around the same time and both our blogs made the very first list of the Top 10 Blogs for [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for February 4, 2010
February 4, 2010. 4 Comments
What is everyone working on? To be honest, I’m not writing too many client freelance writing jobs lately. This blog and a few personal projects take up the bulk of my time, but I did stumble on some of my old clips from ten years ago which I’m going to rework with a more current slant and pitch to markets. Mostly though, I’m just doing my thing here. Your Daily Lists I’m pleasantly surprised by the wonderful comments and suggestions being put forth on our survey. If you haven’t yet filled out the Freelance Writing Jobs Network community survey, may [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for February 1, 2010
February 1, 2010. 5 Comments
It’s a true clean slate Monday – a new week and a new month. What will you do to make a positive start? Your daily lists Enjoy today’s lists. I think there’s some good stuff here, hope you think so too! New around the Freelance Writing Jobs network Setting a Freelance Writing Rate Equal to the Task Freelance Writing Jobs Presents 19 Parenting Markets Freelance Writers: Are You Just Going Through the Motions? Recommended reading from around the blogosphere Practical Social Media Measurement: Leads, Conversions, Sales How to Write a Viral Blog Post at Daily Blog Tips Weaving with Words: [Read more…]
Writer for Website on Clean Energy & Green Movement
January 29, 2010. 2 Comments
Looking for a freelance writer who can crank out snappy, upbeat copy on the topic of energy efficiency in the home. Familiarity with home energy is preferred but not required. Experience writing web copy for SEO is a must. Initial deliverable is due around Feb. 5 and consists of 20 short posts, of approximately 100 words each. Similar to the following example: http://blog.wattzy.com/2010/01/what-is-pace.html A list of topic and bulleted points for each post will be provided. There will be additional work including maintaining a blog, for the right person. Compensation in the $300 range for initial Feb. 5 deliverable. Apply via email to jobs at [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs and Links for January 29, 2010
January 29, 2010. 8 Comments
So? One month into 2010 and how are all doing? Sticking with your goals? Landing cool freelance writing jobs? Dish! Your Daily Lists Enjoy today’s good stuff. New around the Freelance Writing Jobs network 19 Grants for Writers and Other Creative Types Why Routines are Important for Freelance Writers Eight Easy Tips for Writing Better Blog Posts Recommended reading from around the blogosphere How to Find the Right Freelancer for Your Project at Freelance Folder The Fine Art of Persuasion via Email at Web Worker Daily Why Corporations Need Real Writers at About Freelance Writing Freelance Writing Jobs Content Writing [Read more…]
How Freelance Writing is Like…
January 27, 2010. 4 Comments
Over the past few years we’ve compared freelance writing to many different entities. For me it’s kind of a challenge to find off the wall comparisons. I’m going to issue that challenge to you today as well. What are some of the comparisons you can make to freelance writing? Tell us here in the comments, on Twitter or your own blogs. Let’s see what you can come up with. Since I’m busy compiling markets this week, I haven’t had a chance yet to do much real blogging. So we’re going with a greatest hits post this afternoon. How freelance writing [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for January 27, 2009
January 27, 2010. 3 Comments
Have you all been enjoying the markets on the Freelance Writing Jobs homepage? If you haven’t had a chance to check it out, may I recommend you do so? We’ve featured poetry markets, greeting card markets and more – plus a slew of markets yet to come. Your daily lists What’s in store for you today? Let’s check our daily lists: New around the FWJ network 75 “Write for Us” Pages Her Website Cited the Site as the “Best Sight in the City” Awesome Low Tech Design From the Files of Deb Ng – In Search of a Totally Organic [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for January 26, 2010
January 26, 2010. 8 Comments
If you’ve been enjoying all the different markets we’re posting on the Freelance Writing Jobs home page lately, I hope you’ll stop by later today. I put together a treat for you. After this week, there’ll be no excuse for not earning money as a freelance writer. Enjoy today’s lists Apply for and land any new gigs lately? Tell us about it in the comments! New at the Freelance Writing Jobs network 21 Poetry Markets The Brand New Jeans Approach to Freelance Writing Recommended reading from around the blogopshere 3 Smart Google Search Tips to Hunt for Guest Post Opportunities [Read more…]
75 “Write for Us” Pages
January 26, 2010. 44 Comments
When I first began freelancing, I found clients by searching for “Write for Us” pages of different websites. In fact, I found a couple of cushy gigs writing for websites that weren’t very well known. I’ve been wanting to compile a list of many of these types pages for some time, and since we’re talking about markets this week, it seemed to be as good a time as any. You’d be surprised at how many unadvertised opportunities are out there. Today’s offering is only part one. Keep in mind that I did my best to find paying markets. If the [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for January 21, 2010
January 21, 2010. 4 Comments
The majority of mail I receive lately is from freelancers who are frustrated by the mixed messages they receive from writing bloggers. I feel this is important to explore. The first step in beginning a freelance writing career is to research and if brand new writers are finding conflicting information, that means I’m part of the problem. My method of sharing information is to present the various opportunities, tell you what worked for me, and let you make the choices you’re comfortable. Other bloggers have their own line of thinking and they’re not wrong. I can understand the confusion. Let’s [Read more…]
Understanding Freelance Writing Rights and Usage
January 20, 2010. 4 Comments
As a freelance writer, it’s important for you to understand rights and usage. The rights you sell to your clients have everything to do with where your writing, and perhaps even your byline, will end up in the future. Rights are always negotiated up front, before you sign on the dotted line. Here’s a rundown of rights: First North American Serial Rights or FNASR: This means your client, usually a magazine, newspaper, newsletter or website, only has the right to use your article one time or or one time only. They get first shot at posting your article and it [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for January 13, 2010
January 13, 2010. 17 Comments
Ugh. I keep typing 2009 instead of 2010. Your Daily Lists Enjoy your daily lists. New from around the Freelance Writing Jobs Network About Demand Studios: An Interview with SVP Content & Editorial Jeremy Reed There’s No Job Security in Freelance Writing: How to Be Indispensable A Review for the Technically Challenged: My Droid Eris NAGG Has Spoken: It’s Twenty Ten Day 2: Five Ways to Enhance Your Writing Skills Who Can Work When There’s So Much to Do? Recommended reading from around the blogosphere Calculating Your Worth as a Blogger at the Blog Herald Five Ways to Start a [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for January 6, 2010
January 6, 2010. 19 Comments
I heard on the news today New Jersey is experiecing our coldest snap since 1985. Now, I don’t know if this is true or not, but I can tell you it’s very cold. It had me thinking of when I used to have to walk five block to the subway and commute into Manhattan from Queens. It was no fun going to work on those cold days, let me tell you. I’m happy to be home and working where it’s warm and dry. There are aspects I miss from my cube dwelling days, the commute isn’t one of them. I [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for January 5, 2010
January 5, 2010. 13 Comments
I just started doing Yoga every day as I’m trying to get back to a healthy weight. I find it’s great for clearing the mind as well. How do you keep your body and mind healthy? Enjoy your daily lists! New around the network: Demand Studios Offers Grants to Writers The Writing Process: 5 Steps from Start to Finish 26 Blog Posts and Articles About Freelance Taxes Is Your Blog Job Sucking the Fun Out of Blogging? Recommended Reading: Does Your Writing Suffer from Purple Overload? at CopyBlogger How to Use the Web to Find Writing Jobs at PoeWar How [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for Janaury 4, 2010
January 4, 2010. 14 Comments
It’s a true clean slate Monday. We’re at a new week, new month new year and even a brand new decade. I’m all for new beginnings and like to use times like this to start fresh, don’t you? What are going to do with your clean slate? Your Daily Lists New around the Freelance Writing Jobs Network: Not a Best of: The Freelance Writing Jobs Networks Highlights of 2009 3 Words for 2010: Focus, Community and Positivity A List of Lists: 70 Posts About Freelance Writing and Freelance Writing Jobs How Much Would Your Freelance Writing Business Pick Up if [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for December 15, 2009
December 15, 2009. 6 Comments
New around the network: Introducing Yourself As a Freelance Writer Without Sounding Like a Smarmy Salesman Do Male Bloggers Receive More Respect? How to Write a Press Release Part 3: Distribution Freelance Writing Branding that Sells Getting Started As a ProBlogger Gifts for Writers With a Sense of Humor Recommended Reading: Prospecting for Blog Post Ideas at the Blog Herald Write Better Blog Posts at Chris Brogan A Cigarette Butt is One Thing at Daily Writing Tips 15 Sites for Learning and Mastering SEO at Freelance Folder How to Find Time to Write While Traveling at Write to Done Leads… [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for October 21, 2009
October 21, 2009. 9 Comments
Lordy, it was chilly this morning. After spending the past week in Las Vegas, the frost on the pumpkin was a rude awakening. I’m not a cold weather person, but this time of the year is so pretty. Please excuse the brief kumbaya, but I’m feeling especially blessed today. It’s a beautiful day, the world outside my window is alive with color, I’m self sufficient, and I have an amazing support group. I have a couple of announcements to make this morning and I feel so good about bringing them to you. The first is about me giving back, and [Read more…]
10 Best Reasons to Be a Freelance Writer
May 29, 2009. 15 Comments
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 My Own Rules I get to decide who I want to work with and when. I set my own rates, choose the jobs I like and don’t have to answer to anyone but me. While I have my own high standards to [Read more…]
