I can remember when it was tough to figure out how to find freelance writing jobs. You typed and physically mailed query letters to editors, mostly. Or went to a lot of Chamber of Commerce meetings, hoping to meet marketing managers. Now, of course, if you have an...
From my very first blog post back in 2008, I’ve advocated that freelance writers avoid mass bidding sites such as oDesk and Elance. So why am I now writing a blog post for bidding on Elance? Well, I learned in an unexpected way just how easily freelancers can...
Sometimes it’s a little thing. Sometimes a huge mental shift. But at some point, every freelance writer gets a few pieces of advice that change everything. For me, it was probably the first time I got an article killed — and the editor told me I was too...
What’s holding you back from pitching editors? Are you afraid you don’t have enough experience? That your ideas aren’t good enough? Editors won’t like your ideas or your writing? Even if you get the assignment, do you worry you won’t have...
As a writer and editor for more than 25 years, I’ve learned that one of the most important relationships you can cultivate is with your editor. With a little time and attention to detail, not only will you earn their respect, but you’ll have a resource for...
