Elna Cain

JANUARY 13, 2023

The age of an AI writing tool is here, and as freelance writers, we need to EMBRACE this new way of writing. I know many writers are thinking this is the end of freelance writing, but it’s not. In fact, with the advent of using an AI writing tool, you can offer new jobs – prompt engineering – as a freelancer!

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Nick Ursborne

JANUARY 20, 2025

Back when I started working as a trainee copywriter at an ad agency in 1979, I was just four years out of school. I was the copywriter, and Peter was the art director. As freelancers, maybe we need to stop working alone. I use it for research, ideation, outlining, proofreading and more. Instead, I worked in a quarry.

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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. copywriting).

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Elna Cain

MARCH 27, 2024

These freelance writing tips are invaluable information for you. If you’re a new freelance writer and struggling to find clients, find writing gigs, and impress clients so that they give you glowing testimonials, then learn these tips. But there are more freelance writing tips out there!

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Freelance Union

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Freelancers Union members receive 30 days of free unlimited access to CleanMyMacX and Setapp:  [link] Have you noticed that sometimes, a simple online daily task can still be time-consuming? Now, this might prompt you to think about delegating some of your routine online freelance tasks to someone, which can still take time.

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Enchanting Marketing

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Telling stories to help sell is not new Legendary copywriter Joe Sugarman already suggested that readers should feel compelled to read your ad as if they’re sliding down a slippery slide. Big corporations can afford to be boring but for small businesses and freelancers, business life is different. Would that be possible?

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Freelance Magic

MARCH 12, 2024

You’re tired of working for someone else, 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: 62% of companies already hire freelancers, while 66% plan to hire more freelancers in the next few years. The good news? Read the guide).

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Nick Ursborne

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

And yes, some of those advances will impact our work as freelance copywriters. And, as any seasoned copywriter will tell you, emotion is the most powerful hook of all when it comes to engaging your audience, and converting prospects into buyers. appeared first on Writing for the web - online copywriting and content writing.

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Nick Ursborne

FEBRUARY 11, 2023

Too many freelancers build up a body of expertise in a particular area and then dive straight in. Maybe they decide to be a writer or copywriter in the alternative health industry. You don’t want to have to compete with other freelancers for every job that comes up. They get away from the crowds of competing freelancers.

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Caroline Gibson

MARCH 20, 2023

You can’t compare apples with apples It’s not just the variables that affect what a freelance copywriter may charge: it also depends on their experience and expertise. How can a client really see the true value of a copywriter’s worth based on a day rate alone?

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Nick Ursborne

MARCH 25, 2023

Maybe you think we all have to compete with other freelancers. It’s a rare thing to have a client who is never going to be approached by other freelancers. And those companies hiring freelancers are always comparing freelancers, by skill set and by price. Even so, I don’t compete with other freelancers. No thanks.

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Elna Cain

JULY 16, 2023

A popular question I get from new freelancers and copywriters is: “How do you find copywriting clients?” I mean, getting freelance copywriting clients isn’t complicated…but if you are a brand new copywriter or freelancer, this can be a major roadblock, stopping you from ever trying.

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Nick Ursborne

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

For digital copywriters and content writers I can offer more concrete advice and help in the form of my course, Futureproof Copywriting. The Futureproof Copywriting course gives you all the training you need to thrive in the fast-changing world of Artificial Intelligence. Find out more about the Futureproof Copywriting course.

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Elna Cain

APRIL 1, 2024

Every year, more and more companies are seeing the benefits of hiring freelancers over employees. In fact, up to 62% of companies are already hiring freelancers and aren’t stopping. Freelance writers are finding it more and more challenging having a sustainable living by writing for clients. ” *nods, yes* WRONG!

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Elna Cain

MARCH 8, 2025

So, if you’re a new freelance writer, here’s your plan to raise your rates from $100 a post to $1,000 a post. You Need Companies that Pay Writers & Writers Need a High-Paying Niche The first thing you need are clients that can actually pay freelance writers. This is what I did.

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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. They bring freelancers on board to do different parts of each project. How to Find Agencies to Pack Out Your Freelance Client List. Reach Out Via Email.

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Nick Ursborne

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Copywriters who are just launching their careers often feel nervous about not knowing enough. So when it comes to working with freelance writers, who do you think those 98% of companies will want to work with? Freelancers who are ignoring AI? Or freelancers who are deeply engaged with AI? That 10% can deliver huge value.

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Elna Cain

APRIL 27, 2024

One of the hardest things new freelance writers face is the uphill battle of trying to find a dang writing job. It can be challenging if you don’t know where to look or all you see from freelance platforms like Upwork are low-paying writing jobs. You’ll witness the success and failures as a freelancer and content creator.

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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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Nick Ursborne

MAY 15, 2023

Too many freelancers believe it’s enough to find a niche that seems “OK”, and just dive in. If you want your freelance business to be as profitable, productive and enjoyable as possible, there are five elements you need to consider. Element #1: Find a niche where competition from other freelancers is low. Easier said than done?

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Susan Greene

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Hi, I’m Susan Greene, a freelance copywriter based in Orlando, Florida. As someone with longevity in the field, I’ve been interviewed on many occasions by reporters and bloggers writing stories about copywriters. Learn from my 25+ years of experience how to succeed as a freelance copywriter. Susan Greene.

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Elna Cain

DECEMBER 3, 2022

I know I got into freelance writing because I absolutely love it. But part of being a successful freelance writer is not how well we write or how many clients we have – we also have to understand the money aspect of our business. I’ll be honest, when I started as a freelance writer , I was stressed out about money.

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Caroline Gibson

MAY 14, 2023

A freelance copywriter recently told me that he’d provided some copy for a new client who then ghosted him. Here’s why getting a down payment is so important for a freelance copywriter Just like the five lights signalling the start of a Grand Prix, having a down payment means the work can officially commence. I continued.

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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. When done right, a career as a copywriter can be satisfying and lucrative. If you have ever wondered how to get started as a freelance copywriter, this guide is for you. What Is a Freelance Copywriter?

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Copywriter Collective

AUGUST 6, 2024

Writing is an equally rewarding and isolating freelance profession. Sometimes, I struggle to remember why copywriting matters when it feels so easy. Is Copywriting Worth It? Is copywriting worth it in an age of digital discouragement? News about AI replacing copywriters is always on one news feed of mine or another.

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Elna Cain

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Your freelance writing business is failing and if you don’t act quickly, you might never recover. So let’s dissect these, and then I’ll go into what you can do fix a failing freelance writing business. So, with these out of the way, let’s look at six ways you can rebuild a failing freelance business.

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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. Something cool happened this year for me: As soon as I raised my copywriting rates, I landed better-paying clients! As a new freelancer, it’s hard to land that ideal client right off the bat.

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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. Or, what if you have absolutely no experience writing online or writing for freelance clients?

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Copyhackers

MARCH 28, 2023

Should you narrow your focus and choose a copywriting niche? The post Best copywriting niches in 2023 for new freelancers appeared first on Copywriting for startups and marketers. Check out top niches you should consider in 2022.

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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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Elna Cain

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Look – What’s the fastest way to build your freelance writing business when people are losing their jobs everywhere you look? But, because of what is happening offline, it’s actually improving chances for new freelancers. You can start your freelance business quickly, even when you see layoffs everywhere in the news.

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Elna Cain

APRIL 5, 2023

Writing is a form of creativity, and as freelance writers, it’s our job to write compelling blog posts, white papers, case studies, or any content a client wants. Not only do they want a writer, but also someone who knows SEO, knows copywriting, can interview SMEs, can illustrate points, and make the article easy to understand.

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Nick Ursborne

APRIL 6, 2024

As a freelancer, you should be reaching out to your clients and prospects, saying, “When it comes to copy and content, I can be your human in the loop.” Which is why you might want to take my course, Futureproof Copywriting. appeared first on Writing for the web - online copywriting and content writing.

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Elna Cain

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

I discovered that the true answer to how much new freelance writers make remains low – $10/hour. If your freelance writing business is down the toilet and you’re struggling to gain consistent writing jobs, pay attention to what I’m about to share. And this is the fastest way to build your freelance clients.

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Freelance Magic

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

The word freelance writer has been a buzzword for quite some time now — but what does it actually mean?! According to Askwonder , freelance writing is the third most popular freelancing task, representing 17% of all freelancing in the UK and US. What is freelance writing?

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Nick Ursborne

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Freelance and in-house writers are relying too heavily on AI tools like ChatGPT to write their sales copy, content, and social media updates. Neither companies nor freelancers can afford this sameness or lack of differentiation. The same is true for freelancers. Client companies are already seeing it… and they don’t like it.

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BKA Content

DECEMBER 7, 2022

How Online Copywriting Jobs From Home Can Boost Your Freelance Writing Career. Life as a freelancer means actively looking for opportunities, which may require breaking out of your comfort zone. For example, if you’ve never ventured into the copywriting space, you’re missing a variety of lucrative, engaging projects.

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