Elna Cain

MAY 31, 2024

When you want to land another freelance client, you’re back at the square one: no sample to show, no way you can build a portfolio. It feels like a freelance Catch-22. Without violating any rules or crossing NDA lines, you can still build a ghostwriting portfolio. What Does It Mean to Be a Ghostwriter?

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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. Then there was Blogging Pro.

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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.

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Make a Living Writing

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Here are 7 companies that pay freelancers. Even if you think Adobe is a spice you buy at Whole Foods, there are a few greeting card companies that accept work from freelance writersno artistic talents needed. Papyrus accepts portfolios for review via snail-mail. Greeting cards, by their nature, are meant to be displayed.

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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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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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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. You don’t have to build a following, post every day, or connect with CMOs on 30 different platforms. Here's how. Don’t do it.

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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

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Right now, 82% of the total number of working freelancers are freelance writers. With this recent explosion of freelancers in the workforce, 24% of those freelance writers are making $50,000/year from their writing niche service. Is that mind-blowing for you? Did you think that writers could truly make that much money?

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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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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. I would click the link and it went to someone else’s post on a similar topic. But, if you look at my portfolio page , you don’t see Walmart anywhere.

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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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Neil Patel

APRIL 14, 2021

Annually, 59 million Americans take on freelance projects, making up 36 percent of the workforce. 73 percent of hiring managers plan to continue or boost their reliance on freelancers. Historically, freelancers have had a number of platforms to connect with potential employers, including Upwork and Fiverr.

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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

JANUARY 4, 2023

Let me guess: Every new freelance writer wants a legit writing job, right? As a new freelance writer, this is one of the skills you need t to have a successful freelance writing business. So, if you are in the same situation as me, here are ways to balance your work as a new freelance writer. Or five clients? Or would it?

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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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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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Write Freelance

JANUARY 5, 2020

One of the most common questions I get asked is — How to become a freelance writer with no experience at all? And honestly, I don’t know how to answer it in a single sentence because there is just so much that goes into freelancing. . In this article, I cover everything that you would need to know about freelance writing. .

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Neil Patel

DECEMBER 3, 2020

That’s why you may need to enlist the help of an SEO freelancer. How an SEO Freelancer Can Help Your Business. Before we go any further, let’s quickly define what a freelance SEO is. Simply put, an SEO freelancer is a professional who helps you gain more visibility on search engines. How to Hire the Best SEO Freelancer.

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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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Express Writers

JUNE 17, 2024

As an online writer, whether new or seasoned, do you hear the word “copywriting portfolio” or get the potential clientele email demanding your “best samples,” and break out in shivers? This is exactly why getting your copywriting portfolio nailed down is so important. They look for your best pieces before considering you.

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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 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. You can also find groups where your ideal clients posts about jobs. Organic reach is high.

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Elna Cain

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Over on my Youtube channel, I posted a couple of videos on different websites that pay you to write. The websites I showed were paying two hundred dollars to three hundred dollars and upwards of five hundred dollars to guest post. For a brand new freelance writer, these websites can be the big break to make this dream a reality.

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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 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 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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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

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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Freelance Magic

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

This is by FAAAR the #1 question I get from freelancers. Every freelancer is different. But I’ve seen first-hand the results you can get when you consistently post valuable content there ( remember the LinkedIn experiment I did last year ?!). “How do you find clients ??”

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Freelance Union

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

With 59 million freelancers in 2020 in the US and experts claiming that by 2027, the majority of the workforce in the US will be freelancers , we know freelancing is getting increasingly popular each year. Thus, freelancers are recovering control over their time, schedules, and finances while making more money than ever.

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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. Don’t you love that R.E.M. Career niche.

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Write Freelance

MAY 1, 2019

This guest post is brought to you by, Yamini, a freelance writer and a proud stay at home mom. Freelance writing is the best option for new moms if you have a knack for writing and wish to make some good bucks working part time. . Here is how you can become a freelance writer, while continuing to be the super mom that you are.

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Freelance Union

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Luckily, several freelance jobs empower you to go from place to place. Writer You can do freelance writing projects remotely. Create your own blog and post guides. Photographer Freelance photographers travel a great deal as well. You can also work as a freelance wedding photographer.    5.

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