Men With Pens

MARCH 18, 2012

There comes a point in every freelance writer’s career where he simply can’t take it any more. All freelancers, at some point or another, deal with cabin fever. In my years of freelancing I’ve tried many of them and have found the ups and downs with each. That’s productive. Where Not to Write.

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Men With Pens

FEBRUARY 18, 2010

Another discussion was with an associate who said he saw freelance projects on Elance with bids of $50 for sales letters and $5 for blog posts. I know that many writers aren’t great with numbers or comfortable talking about money. However, for most freelance writing, that should be your minimum. Call writers you know.

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Men With Pens

SEPTEMBER 2, 2010

Here’s how: If you’ve been involved with freelance writing, blogging, copywriting or marketing for more than, say, a day and a half, you’ve probably heard plenty about how speaking before an audience can boost your reputation, which helps you become a thought leader and an expert in your field of choice. I mean come on!

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Men With Pens

JULY 15, 2012

Many small businesses get stuck here, especially freelance creative types like myself. Today, I have been successfully running my business as a freelance video producer for nearly 4 years and I recently realized that the clients I’m the most grateful for are the truly nightmarish ones. It seems like a good strategy.

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Men With Pens

AUGUST 4, 2010

And many freelance writers want to know how they can get their work right in the spotlight. As a freelance journalist, seeing my name in print was nothing new. I knew Forbes accepted blog posts from freelance writers, so I figured my odds were good. Copyright 2006 - 2010 30 Sous Zero Inc - All Rights Reserved.

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Men With Pens

JULY 14, 2011

And if the quality of writing around the web is any indication, it’s a question very few writers ask themselves. When new writers receive the advice that they should just keep writing, their advisors are essentially telling them to keep knocking out those 10,000 hours. Does that mean you can’t learn how to be a professional writer?

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ProBlogger

MAY 21, 2018

6 Places You Can Find Writers to Help with Your Blog. So why not look for another writer who can help you out? Six places you can find writers for your blog: Guest Posters: If you have published guest posts in the past, take a look at them. You may find you don’t have enough time to dedicate to your blog. Communicate well.

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Men With Pens

OCTOBER 7, 2010

The benefits of SEO are clear, and because it doesn’t have to cost money, it has become a particularly important tool for freelancers and small businesses with limited marketing budgets. About the Author: Nancy Strauss is a writer and entrepreneur based in Spain. Copyright 2006 - 2010 30 Sous Zero Inc - All Rights Reserved.

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Men With Pens

APRIL 7, 2011

So when she sent me this guest post that outlines some of her learning curve lessons as a new freelancer, I was thrilled – here was someone who’d gone from zero to being a confident writer who could stand up for herself, and for her business. Copyright 2006 – 2011, All Rights Reserved. And it’s paying off.

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Neil Patel

SEPTEMBER 12, 2020

Use cases include: Professional writing – This goes without saying, but if you want to be a writer, you actually have to write. Whether you are a business writer or journalist, maintaining a personal blog is important. Typically, you need a place where you can showcase your talent.

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Men With Pens

JUNE 16, 2011

Being a (surprise, surprise) a topnotch writer will. The only way I know if I’m improving as a writer is to get consistent feedback. The person may be physically located near you and share the same culture, but that doesn’t mean that person can help you as a writer and as an entrepreneur. You like it, but it’s not good for you.

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Men With Pens

APRIL 14, 2011

I got my first rejection letter as a freelance writer when I was 19 years old. The key to a successful freelance career is in the pitch. Impress the editor with your deep understanding of what the publication needs from you as a writer. Become fluent with the writer’s guidelines. Rejection is your job.

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Men With Pens

OCTOBER 28, 2012

Tons of professional writers offer consultations (in person, online, or by phone), e-courses, lectures, tutoring, coaching, conference presentations, and workshops in places as diverse as their own living rooms and large auditoriums. Many writers share booths with other writers to disperse costs and draw a larger crowd.

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 5, 2012

If you’re a freelance writer, you might not have total control over what you write about – but you can choose to specialise in something that’s important to you. first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. Don’t get hung up on how to express yourself. Choose to write on topics you care about.

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Men With Pens

APRIL 25, 2012

How to be an eclectic writer who still stays in your niche. He’s practically THE freelancer advocate. You’ll get the dial-in number and also be signed up to receive extra bonus content, more hot interviews with leading writers and powerful writing tips from Damn Fine Words. Even if all you have is $100.)

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Men With Pens

MARCH 3, 2011

Writers aren’t known for their planning and scheduling skills, after all – but nail deadlines, and you’ve turned yourself away from flaky and straight onto fantastically competent. You’re a writer, not a warrior! You’re a good writer. Check out her newest ebook, The Blogger’s Guide to Freelancing.

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 9, 2013

So if you’re a freelancer, a small business owner or a solopreneur, you don’t want to miss out on the course. Why becoming a better writer could literally change your life. How to Win Your Spot in the DFW Writing Course first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved.

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Men With Pens

JULY 21, 2011

Post by Jennifer Brown Banks Jennifer Brown Banks is a veteran freelance writer, pro blogger and creative consultant. 6 Reasons Every Serious Blogger Should Blog for the Big Dogs first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. Leave a Comment! Another rockin' post from Men with Pens!

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 27, 2011

El Edwards is a freelance writer and muse. Copyright 2006 – 2011, All Rights Reserved. Start filling your days with random acts of kindness, and it’s all yours to enjoy. P.S. If you ever find yourself hungry in West Wales, be sure to visit [link] Buck Inn. Travel sickness optional. Another rockin' post from Men With Pens!

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Men With Pens

FEBRUARY 3, 2011

We’ve known each other a few years and have exchanged many pleasantries as fellow writers and Canadians. It helped that I really enjoyed the process, as I’m sure most writers would. Graham Strong is a freelance marketing writer and rejuvenated digger-upper of old novels. Graham and I go way back.

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Men With Pens

AUGUST 14, 2011

These weren’t writers setting up shop to be hired. If you’re a start-up business owner, an entrepreneur, a self-employed freelancer, an in-house writer, a blogger, an editor… if you need to create effective content to market your business (or someone else’s), then Damn Fine Words is for you. How to write engaging posts.

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 16, 2012

That’s one of the biggest complaints I hear from busy businesspeople, freelancers and entrepreneurs. Even writers complain they can’t find the time to write!). How to Find Time to Write: A Casual Conversation with Laura Vanderkam first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved.

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Make a Living Writing

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

This poetry contest is to celebrate and recognize al Native writers who are in the community. 10 – Fish Publishing – Poetry Prize Established in 2006, Fish Poetry Prize is running their annual contest with Billy Collins as its judge. Submissions must include a cover letter with tribal affiliations alongside a brief biography.

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ProBlogger

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

It now has new features those advertising to hire bloggers, writers, editors and more, and also makes it easier for those who are applying for jobs. Back in 2006 I started to notice two emerging types of questions from readers of ProBlogger: From bloggers – How do I get freelance writing jobs? The Back Story.

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 3, 2012

These weren’t writers setting up shop, by the way. If you’re a start-up business owner, an entrepreneur, a self-employed freelancer, an in-house writer, a blogger, an editor… If you need to write effective content for your business (or someone else’s), then Damn Fine Words is the course for you. How to write engaging posts.

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ProBlogger

JULY 30, 2014

This is a guest contribution from business/tech writer Nick Chowdrey. You could write the most fascinating and informative article, but with so many other companies now employing writers to do the same, it’s still hard to to get the attention you need. Google launched its full news service, Google News , in January 2006.

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Men With Pens

SEPTEMBER 2, 2012

If you’ve been a regular reader here at Men with Pens, you know about Damn Fine Words, the innovative online writing course I created for business owners, entrepreneurs, freelancers, start-up owners, and yes, even writers for hire. first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved.

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ProBlogger

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

The post 10 Tips to Help You Land a Job as a Freelance Blogger appeared first on ProBlogger. Back in 2006 I started the ProBlogger job board. Several times a year I advertise for writers for Digital Photography School. It will show the advertiser they’re not just getting a writer. I even use the job board myself.

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 1, 2013

There are well over a thousand articles here at the Men with Pens blog , and it’s become a leading, trusted resource for thousands of writers, freelancers and small business owners around the world. first appeared on Men with Pens Copyright 2006 - 2011, All Rights Reserved. And a New Style of Blogging!

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ProBlogger

JUNE 30, 2012

In 2006 I opened my first copywriting business, sans blog. Ashley Ambirge is the sassiest freelance writer, entrepreneur and digital strategist on the block. And the reason is because you need attention first and foremost: if no one’s listening, no one’s buying. Particularly in the online space. Okay, entirely false.

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ProBlogger

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

In today’s lesson, I want to talk about hiring writers for your blog. In order to do so, I want to share a case study of how I took my own photography blog from a single author blog, publishing 3 posts a week, to a blog that now has around 50 writers, and I don’t write anything. Where I currently find new writers.

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Men With Pens

JULY 21, 2010

comes along with this post on bravery, and how being a writer is a perfectly good measure of it. But if you’re a writer – if you’re taking ideas out of your head and turning them into words – then you’re sure as hell brave. You’re inspired and encouraged and invigorated by your fellow writers.

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 7, 2010

If you want to make a career of writing, should you look for a full-time job in a company or strike out on your own as a freelancer? I’ve done both and have come to the conclusion that freelancing is what I like best. Just because freelancing is best for me doesn’t mean it’s best for everyone. Good question.

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Men With Pens

JUNE 6, 2010

That theory about tortured writers? When you’re a problogger who owns a top ten blog for writers that’s all about writing and you write for a living to boot, the last thing you want to admit is that you can’t hack it. Did I need a writer’s recovery program Was I tapped out on blogging? I couldn’t write.

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Men With Pens

JULY 7, 2010

And as a freelancer myself, I approve! Businesses hire freelance talent to absorb ebbs and flows in activity or to fill talent gaps that are essential but not required every day. Businesses are all about returns on investments, though, so the big question becomes, how can you get the most from your investment in freelance talent?

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Men With Pens

APRIL 1, 2010

Getting your first clients as a new freelancer is a daunting challenge. You could try cold-calling (or cold-emailing), knocking on doors or praying to the freelancing fairies for some work, but there are some better techniques you can use that will be sure to get you clients in a hurry. Prerequisite: you have a website.

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Freelance Writing Jobs

JULY 7, 2023

Click To Tweet Get freelance writing jobs As always, when entering writing contests, follow the instructions precisely. Shooter Flash offers an opportunity to writers who work on a smaller canvas. Each year, a $10,000 prize is awarded to a Canadian writer for the best first collection of published short fiction in the English language.

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