Elna Cain

DECEMBER 23, 2022

With this recent explosion of freelancers in the workforce, 24% of those freelance writers are making $50,000/year from their writing niche service. With this information, maybe you are NOW thinking about whether or not freelance writing is the best online business to start with. Is that mind-blowing for you? Friday : Day off!

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Elna Cain

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

At first, I noticed only a few writing samples on my portfolio page didn’t go to my post. Weird, but that’s the facts about writing for online clients for almost a decade. That hurt my business because I was gaining writing jobs based on my Walmart client. For example, one old client piece was geared for bloggers.

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The Creative Penn

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Why might a first-time author choose the self-publishing route? Plus tips for self-publishing and marketing. Research for writing historical fiction. The challenges of switching to fiction as a non-fiction expert — especially with writing dialogue. So what got you interested in writing fiction? Show Notes.

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Freelance Magic

OCTOBER 21, 2024

It can be incredibly disheartening when you’re starting out as a freelance writer to come up against the roadblock of having no freelance writing samples. I struggled with this a lot when I started my freelance writing business. There are plenty of ways you can show prospects your writing chops. The key is to get creative.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Traditional publishing is not a monolithic thing. There are different kinds of publishers, and authors want different things out of a publishing deal and relationship. Georgina Cross talks about her experience with two different traditional publishers and the pros and cons of each. Show Notes. Aspects of control.

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Melanie Saxton

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

There are a hundred and one good reasons to write business trade books. I’m a book editor, ghostwriter, journalist, and business blogger who can help your craft a manuscript, case studies, white papers, and other marketing materials. But more consequential is my nearly 40 years in the literary and publishing industry.

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Melanie Saxton

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

I learned a lot by writing the article below, and it brought to mind the need for more current and clarifying reverse mortgage books. If you are too busy or don’t have the experience needed to write and publish a book, count on me for assistance. These mortgages are not what I initially thought. Check it out!

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Melanie Saxton

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

However, not every Realtor has time to write a book, and not every Realtor is a professional writer. I’m a book editor, ghostwriter, journalist, business blogger, and website content developer. I hope you enjoy this inspiring story as much as I enjoyed writing it! That’s where I come in.

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Melanie Saxton

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

The article below, published in Conroe City Lifestyle , could easily be something found in interior design books. Now is a great time to write a promotional corporate book filled with your amazing talent, advice, projects, and journey through a competitive market. The post Interior Design Books — I Can Help You Write Yours!

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Smart Blogger

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

why sensory images and words are so persuasive); The definition of sensory details (plus examples); How answering five simple questions will help you write descriptive details that pack your content with sensory language; 500+ sensory words you can incorporate into your own vocabulary and writing (right now). Let’s dive in. The lesson?

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The Creative Penn

AUGUST 25, 2024

How can you successfully self-publish in Germany? This episode is sponsored by Publisher Rocket , which will help you get your book in front of more Amazon readers so you can spend less time marketing and more time writing. Show Notes Germany's book culture Why write a book in English? I started writing seven years ago.

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Smart Blogger

APRIL 14, 2023

Want to get paid to write poetry but not sure how to get poetry writing jobs? Read on as we walk you through how to make good money writing poetry. From greeting cards to magazine submissions, poetry schools to personal blogs, we show you where to submit your work, make some cash, and keep doing the thing you love: writing.

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Express Writers

MAY 29, 2024

15 Bloggers Who Prove That Content Success Is Just Around the Corner Some of the most influential bloggers of the moment demonstrate that inspiring strings of words can consolidate businesses, change mindsets and turn losses into profits. Sykes is a wildly successful blogger who knows more than a thing or two about stock investment.

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Smart Blogger

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Or get paid to write from time to time? In this post, you’ll learn exactly how to make money writing – different strategies, how to do it – basically, everything you need to know to succeed. Just look at the plentiful opportunities for paid writing gigs on any job board (like our own Smart Blogger Jobs Board ).

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Blogging From Paradise

MARCH 19, 2023

Finding the proper mix between writing and marketing blog posts accelerates your blogging success exponentially over the long haul. Publishing detailed, targeted content […]

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Melanie Saxton

JUNE 16, 2023

As a digital writer, law blogger, book editor for attorneys, and journalist covering legal topics, it was a distinct honor to interview two giants in the personal injury and Christian trial lawyer realm. What followed was an interesting article published in Katy Christian Magazine. Email melaniesaxton@icloud.com today!

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Make a Living Writing

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

So, you want to learn how to make it as a food blogger. 4 Steps to Writing a Winning Recipe as a Food Blogger ‘Tis the season to be hungry for words. This brings us to the first lesson in writing food blogs as a food blogger: brevity in the introduction is your friend. That’s awesome! Good, so am I.

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Content Powered

MAY 23, 2023

You've scheduled it to be published, or you've done so already. What can you do after your blog is published to get it in front of more people? These are general strategies for taking advantage of the primary social networks you should use as a blogger. You've filled it with compelling images. Now, three things need to happen.

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Write Freelance

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Finding genuine and well-paid freelance writing jobs. That is why you need to be smart when it comes to finding online writing jobs. I have got 10 ridiculously easy ways to find genuine and high paying freelance writing jobs online. If you are looking for high paying freelance writing jobs online, start with online job boards.

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Smart Blogger

MARCH 6, 2023

Your writing portfolio is a critical tool in your marketing arsenal. Well, there are three things you need to know to create an online writing portfolio that wins clients: What online portfolio sites will showcase your writing samples? Tips for a writing portfolio published on your own website. is fast and easy.

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Blogging From Paradise

MAY 25, 2023

As a rule, new bloggers try to sprint before being able to even crawl. Newbies crave writing and publishing a viral blog post. […]

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Elna Cain

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Whether you’ve always been good with money or just enjoy learning about finances and investing, financial writing jobs can pay big bucks. However, there is so much more to financial writing than just high level investment strategies. “For writing business plans clients always ask me if I have a degree.

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Smart Blogger

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Why does everyone except you seem to know how to write a pitch that lands high-paying jobs or guest posts on prestigious blogs? But when the only writing gig you’ve landed this month is an ad for a boot-scootin’ club, you know you need help. Write Long-Winded Emails The people you’re emailing are busy professionals.

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Smart Blogger

MARCH 10, 2023

Think it’s impossible to find profitable freelance writing niches in 2023? We’ll begin with a few fundamental questions… What Exactly is a Freelance Writing Niche? A freelance writing niche is a specialization in either a topic or a content type. Plus, specializing helps you write faster.

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Neil Patel

MARCH 30, 2021

One of the biggest challenges that bloggers and content marketers face is writing content that’s optimized for search engines, yet will also appeal to people. Though SEO may sound complicated, it’s easier than you think; especially if you understand that writing for people, and not search engines , is a best practice.

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Smart Blogger

JANUARY 8, 2024

There are many tutorials that can teach you how to write a blog post. Heck, you might even write something that wins you an adoring fan or two. You’ll even learn how the pros refine and polish their posts once they’re finished writing them. Writing quality blog posts before the headlines (aka the post title).

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Smart Blogger

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Looking for freelance writing sites? What if someone did all the hard work for you, organizing a list of places to look for great writing gigs? No, this one not only includes paid writing jobs for beginners, but also a list of sites for those who are ready to level up their writing game. Smart Blogger Jobs Board.

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Elna Cain

MARCH 27, 2024

Want to know EXACTLY what you need to gain a writing job from the people that ACTUALLY hire writers? These freelance writing tips are invaluable information for you. But there are more freelance writing tips out there! ” I can understand a freelancer cutting their rates as a way to land a new writing job.

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Smart Blogger

AUGUST 9, 2024

You should consider a travel writing job! When most people think of travel writing, they imagine world nomads on a beautiful beach, pounding away on the keyboard, describing the amazing breakfast they just devoured at their hotel. What is Travel Writing? Let’s dive in to the best travel content writing jobs!

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BKA Content

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

How To Write a Great Blog Post. Writing a blog post isn’t a walk in the park, unless the park you’re thinking of is full of calls to action, interesting hooks, external and internal links, and images. Luckily, we’ve created a thorough outline for writing a good blog post, and we can’t wait for you to use it.

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Smart Blogger

MARCH 9, 2023

Just when you thought you finally found your dream job, your hopes are deflated by two simple, intimidating words: “writing sample.” And if you can just land this gig, your writing career will take off like you’ve always dreamed! But you don’t have any writing samples. What’s the Purpose of a Writing Sample?

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Smart Blogger

MAY 11, 2023

Are you wondering how to elevate your content writing game? In the ever-evolving digital world, mastering the art of content writing is crucial — but how can you stand out? Ready to become a content writing wizard? What is Content Writing? Then you can write a blog post that hits ‘em right in the feels.

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Smart Blogger

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Top-quality SEO writing is the lifeblood of the internet and the heartbeat of all successful websites. Whether you’re a blogger, an e-shop owner, or you operate a brick-and-mortar business with an online component, quality SEO content is the key to search engine success. But what’s SEO writing? What is SEO Writing?

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Smart Blogger

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

In 2019, I was a newbie freelance writer with no qualifications, no experience, and no idea how to find creative writing jobs. Fast-forward three years, and I’m a full-time writer at a marketing agency and a Smart Blogger freelancer on the side. This post will round up the 22 best places to land your first paid writing gig in 2022.

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Neil Patel

JULY 1, 2021

To be successful, your content plan must be actionable, and you need to publish content consistently. An editorial calendar enables content publishers to plan, create, publish, and promote their content in an organized manner. Many bloggers and businesses use editorial or content calendars to streamline content production.

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Quick Sprout

AUGUST 8, 2022

WordPress — Best overall Wix — Best for beginners building a professional blog Squarespace — Best for artists, and designers LinkedIn — Best for networking Medium — Best for writing to a built-in audience. It’s a highly customizable content management system (CMS) for bloggers who want to build out a site for their business.

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Melanie Saxton

MARCH 1, 2023

I’ve blogged quite a bit about real estate and the benefits of writing housing trend books. If you’re busy and don’t have time to write a housing trend book, or if you’re not a professional writer, consider consulting with me. The post Housing Trend Books: If You’re an Expert…Why Not Write About It?

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