The world of freelance writing is vast and diverse. Copywriting, creative writing, and content writing are some of the most common and favored freelance writing jobs by many.
Ghostwriting, on the other hand, may be a less popular option. But it is also one of the most lucrative freelance writing jobs. You may also discover a new passion and upskill yourself throughout the journey. But is ghostwriting ethical?
Finding a career that suits your interests, lifestyle, and income requirements can be a challenge. For some people, the idea of working from home sounds beyond perfect, with the opportunity to wear pajama pants all day and surf the internet. 🙋🏽♀️
However, working on freelance writing gigs from home comes with its fair share of downsides as well. Before you make the leap and quit your day job, here are a few things to consider to know if freelance writing is right for you.
One thing nearly every freelance writer is going to have to do is sign a contract. Contracts, when written well, protect both the freelancer and the client by avoiding any confusion and preventing anyone from giving up any rights that they didn’t intend.
But as necessary and as useful as contracts are, they are often filled with terms that can cause confusion. Many freelancers, intimidated either by the size or the seeming complexity of their contracts often just sign them with little more than a cursory glance. This is a poor move that can cause a freelance to sign a bad deal with no legal recourse against it.
Adulting time, folks. Insurance is one of the more complicated aspects of freelancing. But, especially for those who travel as they work (#workanywhere), health insurance is a must-have. So, let’s talk health insurance for freelancers.
Let’s take a break from talking about searching for freelance writing jobs, writing tips, and grammar. Today, we’d like to focus on what might be a low priority for many freelance writers: staying physically active.
You’re likely no stranger to the effects of burnout. Spending hours on end sitting and staring at a screen can take a toll on your body — both physically and mentally — which can lead to writer’s block and a lack of focus.
The world of work is changing. Daily commuting is, for many, being replaced by remote working at home.
Some, though, are going a step further, hopping about the world, remote working wherever their fancy takes them. Because for millions of “digital nomads,” completing that latest project, then connecting with a client via live video call from a hotel on the beach is more than their working life. It’s their way of life. [Read more…]
Some of the most sought-after advice by freelancers is how to meet project deadlines. Freelancers typically handle everything independently, from creating to marketing to finances to customer service.
Have you ever gotten halfway through a project before realizing there was a much better way of doing it? That’s what happened to me, except that instead of a single project it was seven years of working as a writer. Yikes.
Hindsight is 20/20, but if you know what to look for, there’s always time to make changes and get on the right track. The earlier, the better!
Over 59% of companies in the United States have an elastic workforce to a large degree, whether that is remote workers or freelancers. These statistics bode well for content writers interested in beginning freelance or remote work. As the popularity of freelance work increases, you may be wondering how to succeed as a freelance writer. In this article, we review essential tips to succeed as a freelance writer.
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Young freelance writers who are just starting out experience the same fear of disappointing a client and never finding another writing job again. Doubt is paralyzing, crippling, and terrifying. It’s the one feeling you must rid yourself of if you ever want to fulfill a long career as a freelance writer.
It takes years to brand yourself, build trust and establish a stable clientele. However, all this could be jeopardized in seconds if you make career-ending mistakes. This article discusses habits and psychological traits and highlights other mistakes you might be making that is costing you clients.
It takes years to brand yourself, build trust and establish a stable clientele. However, all this could be jeopardized in seconds if you make simple yet career-ending mistakes. Click To Tweet
