Freelance Magic

JANUARY 6, 2021

Making sure your freelance client list is regularly topped up with paying work is a big struggle. In fact, finding work is probably the hardest part about freelancing. Instead of finding individual brands, find agencies instead. They bring freelancers on board to do different parts of each project.

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Elna Cain

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

So, lately, whenever I check different job boards and platforms, I’ve been noticing something shifting with freelance writing jobs. At first, I only saw one or two jobs, but then as the months rolled by, it seemed like whole job boards are dedicated to these seemingly-looking freelance writing jobs. What gives?

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Elna Cain

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

When I started using LinkedIn as a freelance writer, I thought of it as a resume platform. Fill in your information, where you worked, and there you go – freelance jobs would come to me. If I switched up my LinkedIn profile to align with my new career as a freelance writer, I would be getting leads on tap.

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Elna Cain

APRIL 15, 2024

So, if you’re fed up with long job interviews, maybe there’s another option out there – namely, freelance work online ! It’s ludicrous, and what’s worrying is that desperate freelancers are falling for this. These fake jobs say they are freelance writing jobs, but they aren’t.

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Kayleigh Moore

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

How can a freelance writer go about getting new clients if they don't use social media? And the truth is: You can be a social media ghost and still have a thriving freelance writing business. Strategy 1: Sign up for premium freelancer platforms Don’t waste your time on Upwork and Fiverr. Here's how. Don’t do it.

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Elna Cain

JANUARY 1, 2023

To help you achieve the best in 2023, let’s go over some freelance writing resolutions you can set for your business. And I’m pretty sure that if YOU raised your freelance writing rates, you’d attract better writing jobs. As a new freelancer, it’s hard to land that ideal client right off the bat.

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Jane Friedman

MARCH 18, 2025

Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko Todays post is by writer, coach, and brand strategist Michelle Tamara Cutler ( @mickytcutler ). Securing my name was easy; creating an online portfolio of my work was complicated. Really, what were talking about is how we define and present ourselves online. I trusted people would get it by osmosis.

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Elna Cain

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

My portfolio is dwindling. At first, I noticed only a few writing samples on my portfolio page didn’t go to my post. It was a good time, but a few years later Walmart removed my gift guides and then structured their blog totally differently with brand new articles. This might be difficult for you; it is for me!

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Contently

AUGUST 27, 2024

Many companies in marketing, media, or communications rely on freelance contributors, yet brands don’t always know how to effectively integrate these new teammates. Whether you’re looking to find new freelancers or already have external contributors helping out, you’ll benefit from a freelance onboarding process.

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Elna Cain

JUNE 3, 2023

And this is a high-paying freelance writing project too. It’s not fun since I’ve been freelance writing since 2014, and you would think I wouldn’t be dealing with difficult clients! So, how do I deal with demanding clients since they would look good on my writer portfolio and could lead to more high-paying jobs ?

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Elna Cain

MARCH 17, 2024

How do you find freelance work online? When I started out in 2014, I just used freelance job boards, and boom! There are more opportunities to find work online as a freelance writer, which works better in some ways than others. But, what if you don’t have a portfolio filled with your online work? Yes and no.

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Freelance Magic

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Starting a freelance writing career can be an exciting yet daunting journey, especially if you’re starting with little to no experience. In fact, my dad took me out for lunch and told me I was making the biggest mistake of my life when I quit my job to move to Spain and start my career as a freelancer. Trust me, I’ve been there.

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Write Freelance

AUGUST 12, 2020

Wondering how to become a freelance writer and find high paying jobs? I have been into freelance writing for over 6+ years (even before work from home was considered cool), and throughout this time, I have learned a lot about what it takes to be a good content writer and find high paying writing jobs. Who is a freelance writer?

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Elna Cain

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Let me guess – You just started freelance writing and have no clue what you’re doing. And when you think of all the freelance writer responsibilities you need to know, you suddenly have analysis paralysis and don’t know where to begin. When I first learned about freelance writing , I made many mistakes.

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Elna Cain

OCTOBER 19, 2023

For a brand new freelance writer, these websites can be the big break to make this dream a reality. If you want to be able to work from home as a freelance writer, then a way to get started is to snag paid guest posting websites. I love helping brands elevate their message on social media and through their email marketing.

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Smart Blogger

MARCH 6, 2023

Your writing portfolio is a critical tool in your marketing arsenal. And a kick-butt writer portfolio can do most of the selling for you. As a freelance writer, you know this, but where do you start? Tips for a writing portfolio published on your own website. Creating your online writing portfolio with Clippings.me

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Freelance Magic

OCTOBER 21, 2024

This guide runs you through a step-by-step process you can use to secure your next freelance client (and the next, and the next). Step 1: Build your portfolio Building a strong portfolio is essential for attracting potential clients. You can include these testimonials in your portfolio or on your website.

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Elna Cain

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

With so many freelance writing terms floating around out there, you may have stumbled upon the term “on-spec writing.” ” I know how confusing everything can be when you’re a beginner freelance writer, so I’m here to make things easier for you! Can You Use On-Spec Content in Your Writing Portfolio?

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Freelance Magic

MARCH 15, 2023

By Juwaria Merchant In the world of freelancing, cold pitching is treated as the be-all and end-all to land clients. Cold pitching, if done right, can do wonders for your freelancing career. After all, you’re a self-respecting freelancer who has a lot to offer and has the ability to make your clients a lot of money.

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Freelance Magic

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re intrigued by the idea of earning a comfortable income as a freelance blogger. But, when I started back in 2014, I had no idea that freelance blogging would be such a lucrative business. per piece to £1,000 a piece and earning £10k a month as a freelance blogger, buckle up.

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Elna Cain

MARCH 3, 2023

Maybe you want to give up freelance writing before you even start. It’s all about generative AI, and you are worried if freelance writing is safe from AI now and in the future. The impact of the new technological advancement is a central focus for many new freelance writers and copywriters – and it should be.

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Freelance Union

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The dream of traveling the world as a freelance photographer is one many people share. Start by studying other successful freelance photographers to see what sets them apart and the style they have, not to replicate their work but to understand their editing style, the focus of their images, and share details about any equipment they use. 

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Freelance Magic

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

That translates to tons of opportunities to connect with different people, including your target audience, helping you grow your freelance business. Despite popular opinion, freelancers don’t have a lot of free time. More than half of the world’s population uses social media today. Which social media platform(s) should you focus on?

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Freelance Magic

MARCH 31, 2022

It’s 2022, and you want to start freelancing — maybe as a side hustle on the weekends or because you want to wave goodbye to your day job. You’re in luck: 47% of hiring professionals are more likely to hire freelancers since the pandemic than they were in the past. Starting your freelance career can be terrifying. The good news?

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Freelance Magic

OCTOBER 23, 2020

Today, I’ve got a great post for you from fellow freelancer Nathan all about finding freelance clients on Twitter. His personal story is a great reminder that clients can be found anywhere… Have you ever wondered how you can make money off Twitter as a freelance writer? Link to website/portfolio.

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Write Freelance

OCTOBER 18, 2021

One of the biggest struggles of being a freelance writer? Finding genuine and well-paid freelance writing jobs. Hustle is a part of freelancing, but being your own boss shouldn’t mean continuously struggling to find work. When you are a freelancer, every hour wasted is money lost. Not sure where to look? Job boards.

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Freelance Magic

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

This is by FAAAR the #1 question I get from freelancers. Every freelancer is different. Twitter I LOVE Twitter and it’s a great way to connect with fellow freelancers, but there are also a ton of relevant SaaS brands lurking on the sidelines. “How do you find clients ??”

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Freelance Magic

JANUARY 30, 2024

How to Find Clients on LinkedIn as a Freelance Writer Let’s face it, LinkedIn is enjoying the limelight at the mo. It’s literally a massive repository of brands and companies—you just have to know how to use it right. Say, for example, you’ve found a brand that’s the perfect fit. Firstly, it’s a professional platform.

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Smart Blogger

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Whether you’re a seasoned freelance writer or a new writer with no experience, freelance writing jobs that pay are still plentiful in 2022, 2023, and beyond — if: You know where to look… You know how to promote yourself… And you know how to differentiate yourself from your fellow writers. That’s where we come in.

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Freelance Magic

APRIL 8, 2024

It’s a perfectly plausible thing for a brand to do, but it was a kick in the teeth for me. Because I make an effort to market my freelance business every month—in one way or another. Why you need to market your freelance business The hardest part of freelancing for many freelancers is finding enough work to tide them over.

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Elna Cain

JANUARY 7, 2023

As a freelance writer, you are probably always looking for ways to improve your skills. Let’s look at more reasons why reading is important for freelance writers, as well as some ways you can become a better reader. I’ll then end with how reading other freelance writing articles can help you with deciding a writing niche.

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Elna Cain

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Look – I’ve done this type of post before on how to land your first client as a new freelance writer. I’ve been a freelance writer since 2014, and over the years, I have seen the content landscape change and, only recently, dramatically shift in content production. But that was years ago, and things have changed.

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Freelance Magic

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Does this sound familiar to you: “Choose a freelance niche if you want to get paid well “? Whether you’re a beginner or have been feeling stuck for a while, you’ll probably have heard other freelancers harping on about choosing a niche. Whether you’re a freelance writer or a digital marketer, the market is competitive.

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Freelance Union

OCTOBER 18, 2022

As more and more tattoo artists emerge, your primary focus should be standing out, especially if you’re entering the competitive freelance market. Building brand awareness is vital if you’re hoping to begin a budding career as a freelance tattoo artist.

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Freelance Magic

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Freelancing is a game of ups and downs with no guarantee of a consistent, steady income. Cold pitching is a popular tactic for freelancers to win new clients and expand their business. 5 reasons why freelancers believe in cold pitching. Freelancers swear by cold pitches for several reasons. The good news: there is.

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Freelance Union

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Becoming a full-time marketing freelancer can seem like a risky decision. You can earn much more money, become more independent, shape your brand, work from home, and arrange a workation. You can earn much more money, become more independent, shape your brand, work from home, and arrange a workation. Are you ready to do it all?

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Express Writers

APRIL 24, 2024

If you enjoy writing of any type, a career as a freelance copywriter could be a good choice for you. Freelance writers typically set their own schedule and choose the amount of work they do, a significant bonus for anyone looking for more flexibility in their careers. What Is a Freelance Copywriter?

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