Pay it Forward (Pun Intended)

by Carly Schuna
After learning from a few of my past posts, I’m still here (thank you!) but with one key difference—I’m not about to make any assumptions regarding what the community of FWJ wants. So as for the topic of how I can improve the site, here’s my honest answer: I don’t know.
Here’s what I [...]

Your Top 5 And Your Next Assignment

…And then there were five. This certainly proved to be an interesting week. One thing is for sure, each candidate is very talented and as time goes by it gets harder and harder to say goodbye. I’d like to introduce you to your top 5 as indicated by this week’s vote:

Candidate #6: Freelance 411: 22%
Candidate [...]

FREELANCE 411: Writing Deconstructed — My Golden Nugget of Advice

by Mary Hay Davis
“Discovery consists of seeing what everyone else has seen, and thinking what no one else has ever thought.” — Albert Szent-Gyorgoi Von Nagyrapolt
There are many aspects to a freelance writing career, many of which serve as deterrents to getting any actual writing done. But when it comes down to [...]

The Last Advice You’ll Ever Need

by Terreece Clarke
Always hustle.
It’s a simple rule that isn’t easy to follow. It applies to all stages and areas of a writer’s career and is key to their success.
The Gig Hustle
In the beginning, writers usually do one of two things – they either start off with fire, running after every gig they can get, or [...]

Best Advice for Writers – Don’t Give Up

by Becky Scott
“Never, never, in nothing great or small, large or petty, never give in except to convictions of honour and good sense. Never yield to force; never yield to the apparently overwhelming might of the enemy.”
That’s a quote from Winston Churchill, often misquoted as “Never, ever, ever, ever give up.” The meaning is close [...]

You’re in the Driver’s Seat—Now Go!

by Carly Schuna
It’s a powerful feeling to know that you’re in charge of your own career.
It’s also easy to feel that such a statement simply isn’t true, and that you’re never really in control. On some days, it just seems like someone else is pulling the strings—namely your clients. If you lose your highest-paying job, [...]

FREELANCE 411: Q & A with Mary Hay Davis

by Mary Hay Davis
It’s hard to toot your own horn when you’re adhering to terms of non-disclosure so as not to reveal your identity. How am I supposed to prove to you I’m qualified if I can’t give you detailed information about my background and accomplishments?
Since I’m a firm believer that obstacles are what you [...]

Successful Writer Seeks Thriving Community

by Terreece Clarke
The FWJ community is a lucky lot. You have the opportunity to pick from an extremely talented pool of writers for a new bi-weekly blogger. The tough part for all of you now and for the next several weeks is to decide on what you’re looking for in a blogger.  All of the [...]

Giving back: Why I want to help FWJ

by Becky Scott
Who am I? I mean, really, who am I to think that I can teach all of you? I have gleaned a lot of great information from this community over the years, and I just want to give back a little. Or a lot.
I love to learn. Toss me a topic, tell me [...]

Reaching Success Together

by Misti Sandefur
As a long-time reader of FWJ, I’ve learned a lot and landed new clients through the daily freelance writing job listings. To blog for Freelance Writing Jobs would be an honor, and since I’m already a loyal reader, I know the blog’s style, tone and audience.
With over 10 years writing experience and more [...]

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