Freelancing

Generally speaking, freelance writers aren’t the best-paid bunch. Shocking, I know. Most high-earning freelance writers are either incredibly talented or they provide a ton of value to clients. Here’s the thing, though – anyone can hone their writing talents, but…

As a freelance writer, you need to have a clear idea of how much to charge for your work. The rates will depend on your experience, bylines, talent, and how good a negotiator you are. In many cases, you may…

Retainer agreements are pretty straightforward, on paper. Someone agrees to pay you a fee each month and in exchange, you commit to making yourself available if they need your services. Retainers are incredibly common when you contract out services, but…

When I tell people I’m a freelancer, they usually imagine I’m either a digital nomad or a hermit. Most times, I’m on the latter end of the spectrum, because maintaining a healthy social life can be difficult when you don’t…

If you’ve been freelancing for a while, you know finding work as a freelance writer can be a full-time job in and of itself. You have to find new opportunities and send dozens of pitches, all while making sure your…

If you’re broke, then now is not the right time to jump into freelancing. Period. A lot of people think freelancing is a great way to make some money fast. It can be, but in most cases, you’re not going to find work…

Landing good-paying freelance writing jobs without a portfolio is nearly impossible. If you’re lucky, you might get some great referrals from past clients that lead to new jobs. However, if you’re new to freelance writing, you need to be aggressive about…

If you’ve ever looked at a freelance job board, you’ve probably come across this sentence dozens of times: “Native English speakers only.” The fact is, if English isn’t your first language, finding work as a freelance writer can be much…

It’s hard to get bored as a freelance writer. When you’re not chasing new leads or sending reminders about invoices, chances are you’ll get to tackle a lot of unique projects. Some freelance writers cut their teeth blogging, while others…

Freelancing is a great way to make some extra money. However, if you have the chops for it, you can also make a living as a full-time freelance writer. In either case, you need to have a game plan if…