Category: Freelance Writing

Why Do I Need a Freelance Writing Website? We’re not going to beat around the bush here – you should definitely have your own freelance writing website. Why, you ask? Well, there are so many upsides to having your own website, and very few downsides.  That all sounds great, and in a perfect world, of course, we’d all have a fancy website. However, I hear you saying the same things we used to say about creating a freelance writing website, “I am not a web…Continue Reading “Should I have a Website As a Freelance Writer?” →

What is B2B Writing? Often when we think about freelance writing we tend to only think about writing for the end consumer. There’s a huge market out there for B2B writing (business to business) though that can be extremely rewarding and very lucrative. So what is B2B writing and what are some of the benefits? B2B writing is when you produce content for your client that is going to be read by a business, or someone reading on behalf of a business. It might not…Continue Reading “B2B Writing – The Promised Land?” →

How To Lose Your Fear and Get Paid To Write To many people, the idea of getting paid to write is quite appealing apart from one key issue. They’re afraid of what people will think of their writing. There’s plenty of us out there thinking – “yeah I’m a good writer, but am I like those people you see on America’s Got Talent where they think they’re really good but in reality they suck?” The thought of your article being read by thousands of people…Continue Reading “Get Over the Fear and Get Paid To Write” →

In Need Of Ideas for Freelance Writing Topics? So, first thing’s first,  you’re probably wondering about the title here. Well, all will be revealed with time! As you probably did guess though, we’re here to talk about freelance writing topics, and most importantly, what you can do when the idea well appears to have run dry. When you’re struggling to think of topic ideas it can be pretty frustrating, but there’s a big plus side to this. At least it means you’re getting work and…Continue Reading “The Mayans’ Lost Guide To Freelance Writing Topics” →

How To Become a Freelance Editor The freelance writing industry isn’t limited to writing, there are plenty of other opportunities out there. For those people with a keen eye for detail and a great grasp of grammar then working as a freelance editor is also an option. Not only is this an excellent option for writers to expand their portfolio, but it also offers the ability to specialize. What is a Freelance Editor? A freelance editor is someone who works on a self-employed basis to…Continue Reading “How To Become a Freelance Editor” →

What Is a Ghostwriter? Ghostwriting is a tricky subject in the writing industry. Many people question the ethics of it, and yet more are asking “what is a ghostwriter?” On the question of ethics, there’s no definite answer, you’ll have to make your own mind up on that one. When it comes to what is a ghostwriter though it’s actually quite simple. A ghostwriter is someone who writes for a client but receives no credit on the published work. As such, they are a ghost,…Continue Reading “What Is a Ghostwriter and Should I Be Doing It?” →

7 Steps To Building Your Writing Portfolio It always seems like an inescapable loop when it comes to securing jobs. Everyone wants someone with experience, but you need a job to get experience. So how do you break the loop when it comes to freelance writing and show that you’ve got what it takes to get the job done? The answer is by building a great writing portfolio that showcases all the wonderful skills you’ve got! Running your own blog and writing guest posts are…Continue Reading “How To Build a Writing Portfolio in 7 Easy Steps” →

7 Ways To Start As a Writer Without a Degree If there’s one thing that seems to stop people from becoming freelance writers it’s the belief that you need a college degree, specifically in English or Journalism, to make the grade. Of course, when you become a freelance writer, you don’t have to take a test or fill out a form saying where you went to school, but nonetheless, this issue seems to be a big barrier to many people. In reality, there is absolutely…Continue Reading “How To Become a Writer Without a Degree” →

Freelance writing is a brilliant career that gives you job satisfaction, a fantastic potential source of income and the freedom to spend your time how you see fit. It’s a wonderful profession which is why we decided to build this website – to share some of the best freelance writing tips we’ve come across and have used in our own work as freelance writers. If you’ve reached us, then the chances are you already know how to write and you want to either put your…Continue Reading “7 Social Media Hacks to Gain More Freelance Writing Gigs” →

    Why Is Defining Your Freelance Writing Niches important? Niche is such a buzzword when it comes to anything to do with the internet that you could be forgiven for thinking it was a meaningless piece of jargon. However, if you want to be a successful freelance writer then you dismiss niches at your peril. The word is so popular because it is so important! You have to choose your freelance writing niches and you have to do it now. It’s not just freelance…Continue Reading “Freelance Writing Niches – 7 Ways To Start Ahead of The Competition” →