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How I Became a SaaS Content Writer (Content Writing for SaaS Companies)

Elna Cain

I’ve been a content writer for SaaS for almost a decade now… well, I mean, a freelancer, not just a writer. This was my first and only niche as a writer, and I must love it since I’ve stuck with it for all these years. Maybe you’re interested in this writing niche and want to see what it’s all about. As a SaaS writer, I learned how important content writing is for a marketing strategy, not only with my own business but also with B2B SaaS companies.

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1 Concept that Few Bloggers Understand

Blogging From Paradise

Every blogging statistic is dead and buried in the past. Every widely-held metric is over. Every industry stat quote is gone.

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A Freelancer’s Guide to Organizing Finances

Freelance Union

This article is posted with permission from our partner TaxAct. File your freelance taxes with confidence using TaxAct’s easy-to-use tax software. Freelancers Union members get 25% off the cost of federal and state tax filing:  [link] Freelancing is growing in popularity, largely in part to the amount of freedom it offers. As a freelancer, you have the flexibility to pick and choose which projects to work on, when to work, what to charge, and of course, the convenience of working fro

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Just Write, Right Now

Write Out Loud

A stranger recently asked me what I do for a living. I told him, “I’m a writer and editor, and I do some sales consulting, what about you?

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Marketing Operations in 2025: A New Framework for Success

Speaker: Mike Rizzo, Founder & CEO, MarketingOps.com and Darrell Alfonso, Director of Marketing Strategy and Operations, Indeed.com

Though rarely in the spotlight, marketing operations are the backbone of the efficiency, scalability, and alignment that define top-performing marketing teams. In this exclusive webinar led by industry visionaries Mike Rizzo and Darrell Alfonso, we’re giving marketing operations the recognition they deserve! We will dive into the 7 P Model —a powerful framework designed to assess and optimize your marketing operations function.

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Mastering the 5 Parts of Your Infopreneur Business

AIIP

By Heather Carine (Editor’s Note: Heather Carine will speak at the AIIP 2024 Symposium and at the pre-symposium Business Jumpstart Bootcamp in April.) Information professionals love to connect dots. When I read Josh Kaufman’s description of his concept of the five parts of every business in The Personal MBA, I loved the simplicity and the… Read More » The post Mastering the 5 Parts of Your Infopreneur Business appeared first on AIIP Connections Blog.

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7 Nuances of Writing for Retailers Compared to Creative Writing

Freelance Writing Jobs

Too many creative writers neglect the basics of sales copywriting when writing for retail brands. Retail clients have different needs. Knowing how to craft a romantic, awe-inspiring poem won’t mean much to someone who needs a straightforward yet sales-y product description. Before applying for copywriting jobs online, ensure you know how to write for retail.

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Is Blogging Still Relevant in 2024?

Write Out Loud

As brands, digital media, and social media continue to evolve, one question that keeps coming up is whether blogging is still relevant in… Continue reading on Write Out Loud »

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Bullet Journaling for Writers: 5 Steps to Start Today

Make a Living Writing

To become a full-time freelance writer, you are going to need to keep track of many, many moving parts. You will have clients, ideas, stories, things you’re learning, things you’re trying, word trackers, pitching trackers, and more. Diving into bullet journaling for writers can be a great way for you to manage all of those moving parts. This is why you should learn how to use one.

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5 tactics I use to take 2 hours off per day, every day

Freelance Union

Unpopular opinion - I am not a fan of time management. I can see why it’s a trending topic. We all want to have more time to: Do some marketing Hit the gym Do more of whatever makes us happy That’s why the idea that we are somehow in control of our time and we have the option to manage it, if we learn how to, helps us cope with the harsh truth: Time is finite , and we can’t do anything about it.

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Candice Marie Benbow joins Gardner Literary

Rachelle Gardner

We are excited to announce the newest member of our team! Candice Marie Benbow is a writer who has written for various outlets including ESSENCE, Glamour, Religion News Service, VICE, Andscape at ESPN and the Me Too Movement. Her first book, Red Lip Theology: For Church Girls Who’ve Considered Tithing to the Beauty Supply Store When Sunday Morning Isn’t Enough, was released in 2022.

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Mastering Remote Onboarding: Proven Strategies for Seamless New Hire Integration

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

Join this brand new webinar with Tim Buteyn to learn how you can master the art of remote onboarding! By the end of this session, you'll understand how to: Craft a Tailored Onboarding Checklist 📝 Develop a comprehensive, customized checklist that ensures every new hire has a smooth transition into your company, no matter where they are in the world.

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How I Earn £10k a Month as a Freelance Blogger: My Journey and Tips

Freelance Magic

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re intrigued by the idea of earning a comfortable income as a freelance blogger. Over the past 10 years, I’ve worked with all sorts of companies in all sorts of industries. I’ve written about short spine syndrome in dogs, bald eagles, real estate in Puerto Rico, and bamboo water bottles. I’ve written it all.

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Tropes: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Jane Friedman

Photo by Daisa TJ Today’s post is by romance author and book coach Trisha Jenn Loehr ( @trishajennreads ). Tropes are a staple of genre fiction. Some folks love to hate them; they even use “tropey” as a derogatory term. And yet, writers still use them. And many readers still celebrate them. Why? Because tropes, simply put, are things like themes, plot devices, archetypes, and structures that pop up regularly in stories, especially stories within distinct genre categories.

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Toxic Backlinks: SEO Woe or a Load of Baloney?

Ahrefs

But there’s some disagreement and confusion among SEOs as to whether “toxic” links are actually a thing and what, if anything, you should do about them.

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What An Employer is Really Looking for When They Say “No Experience Required”

Write Out Loud

This is something you’ll see all over the world. Companies say “no experience required!

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Do's and Don'ts: How to Pitch Your Press Release to Journalists

Speaker: Michelle Garrett, PR Consultant, Author, Speaker

Yes - press releases are still relevant in the world of public relations! 🎯 Ever wondered how to write a compelling press release, or what are current best practices for pitching your news to earn media coverage? In this exclusive webinar with Michelle Garrett, PR Consultant, we’ll cover tips and advice to help you get the most out of each piece of news you pitch!

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How To Achieve Business Podcasting Success (and Pitfalls To Avoid)

Content Marketing Institute

Business podcasts differ from entertainment podcasts — and it’s about more than audience size. Discover the key elements to crafting a podcast strategy that works for your content marketing and business goals.

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Author Platform Follows the Work

Jane Friedman

Photo by John Schnobrich on Unsplash Today’s post is by writer Mirella Stoyanova ( @mirellastoyanova ). Note from Jane: Mirella’s original title for her piece was “I’d Rather Be Writing.” I retitled it to make a different point, one that I deeply hope more writers truly grasp and understand, for their sanity and success. I’m grateful to Mirella for her graciousness in letting me retitle.

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How to Get SEO Buy-In: 7 Actionable Tips

Ahrefs

At Ahrefs, multiple team members have worked in these roles, so we’ve compiled a list of our top tips to help you get more buy-in for SEO projects. Start by identifying all the key influencers and decision-makers within the organization.

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Writing a Book Isn’t As Hard As You Think

Write Out Loud

Did you know that 81% of people have said they would like to write a book?

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Data Modeling for Direct Mail: Boosting Multi-Channel Reach and Response

Speaker: Jesse Simms, VP at Giant Partners

This new, thought-provoking webinar will explore how even incremental efforts and investments in your data can have a tremendous impact on your direct mail and multi-channel marketing campaign results! Industry expert Jesse Simms, VP at Giant Partners, will share real-life case studies and best practices from client direct mail and digital campaigns where data modeling strategies pinpointed audience members, increasing their propensity to respond – and buy.

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4-Part Guide To Crafting a Winning Content Plan

Content Marketing Institute

Knowing your content goals is one thing. Knowing how you’ll achieve them is another. A content plan outlines all the specific steps for activating the vision expressed in your content strategy. Focus on these four areas to build one.

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Rethinking Academic Integrity Policies in the AI Era

Grammarly

Since our founding in 2009, Grammarly has helped students improve their communication skills and produce original, mistake-free content. That’s why Arizona State, the University of Pennsylvania, Clemson University, and more than 3,000 other academic institutions trust Grammarly to help students and faculty become more capable communicators. In the last few years, AI advances have changed communication in educational and professional spaces.

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The Complete Guide to SEO for Bankruptcy Lawyers in 2024

BKA Content

The Complete Guide to SEO for Bankruptcy Lawyers in 2024 Your law firm provides essential services to clients navigating bankruptcy and its complexities. You know its value — but if your website is part of the 96.55% of online content that gets no Google traffic, are you sure you’re reaching everyone who needs you? Getting your site to rank high in search engines involves a detailed strategy.

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Don’t Call Me a ‘Woman Entrepreneur’

Write Out Loud

I think we can leave my gender out of my job title.

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Scan to Success: How to Leverage QR Codes for Offline and Online Marketing Power

Speaker: Corey Daugherty, Head of Business Development at Flowcode & Georgette Malitsis, Senior Customer Success Manager, Enterprise at Flowcode

Let's explore the transformative power of QR codes in bridging offline and online marketing worlds. 📲 This new webinar featuring Corey Daugherty and Georgette Malitsis of Flowcode will dive into how innovative QR technology not only enhances traditional marketing strategies, but also drives meaningful customer engagement and analytics. Register today to gain practical knowledge on using QR codes to increase conversion rates, optimize customer journeys, and ultimately unlock a new realm o

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Attention vs.Trust: Which Should Content Marketers Prioritize?

Content Marketing Institute

Marketers frequently measure the time a consumer spends with content as a proxy for trust. The more time spent with the content, the deeper the trust in the content or brand. That’s a big mistake. Find out why.

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Geeky Skills to Work Smarter: Optimizing a Blog Post with SEO, UX/UI, & Copywriting

Freelance Union

In today’s digital landscape, creating content that stands out and captures the attention of both your target audience and search engines is crucial. Optimizing a blog post to captivate your audience, rank well on search engines, and provide a seamless user experience requires a harmonious blend of copywriting, SEO, and UX/UI design.  Starting with a few guidelines will help you elevate your own online presence or be able to offer blog writing and optimization as a service to others.

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SEO for Contractors: How To Increase Traffic to Your Site

BKA Content

SEO for Contractors: How To Increase Traffic to Your Site As a contractor, your business depends on leads, referrals and new clients to stay active year-round. These days, most people find out about local businesses online, so a search-optimized website is one of the best investments you can make. How important is SEO for contractors? Search engine optimization (SEO) is nearly 90% more effective at boosting website traffic than paid ads, leading to more customers, work and sales.

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Feeding the Creative Dragon

Write Out Loud

I like life to be a bit surprising.

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How to Leverage Behavioral Science Insights for Direct Mail Success

Speaker: Neal Boornazian, President and Nancy Harhut, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer - HBT Marketing

Direct mail has consistently remained a powerful tool in the marketer's arsenal, but in an age of digital dominance, its effectiveness hinges on the strategic integration of behavioral science. 💡 When you incorporate powerful behavioral science principles into your direct mail marketing strategies, you can prompt the hardwired decision-making shortcuts your audience relies on — and that automatically unlocks new avenues for engagement, conversion, and brand loyalty.

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Learn the ABCs of DXPs [Sponsored]

Content Marketing Institute

Not sure if you should add a digital experience platform to your martech stack? Here’s how the latest systems make content easier to manage, optimize, and deliver to your audience.

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How To Get More Followers On Twitter (Avoid These Mistakes)

CopyBlogger

Most of the advice to get more followers on Twitter is the same – post valuable content consistently. Yet many. Continue Reading The post How To Get More Followers On Twitter (Avoid These Mistakes) appeared first on Copyblogger.

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The 7 Best Companies for SEO Outsourcing in 2024

BKA Content

The 7 Best Companies for SEO Outsourcing in 2024 No matter how you feel about living in a digital world, there’s no denying that search engines are an integral part of our daily lives. In a recent survey, only 2% of respondents said they do not search for local businesses online. For the other 98% of people to find you, your company must have a strategic approach to search engine optimization.

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Earn Money with Writing

Write Out Loud

5 Ways You Can Start Immediately!

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The Resurgence of Direct Mail as a Growth Marketing Strategy

Speaker: Jeff Tarran, COO, Gunderson Direct & Margaret Pepe, Executive Director of Product Management, U.S. Postal Service

Learn the secrets to direct mail success for growth marketers! Industry veterans Jeff Tarran and Margaret Pepe are here to delve into how direct mail has completely evolved in recent years, and has rightfully earned a seat at the table alongside the email and digital marketing plans of SMBs, enterprise companies, and agencies as they look into strategy for 2024 and beyond.