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. For this post, I want to share the best ways I use ChatGPT as a freelance writer. Write Social Posts.

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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. If I switched up my LinkedIn profile to align with my new career as a freelance writer, I would be getting leads on tap. With the demand for freelance work, you need a place to market your skills and experience as a freelance writer.

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Elna Cain

MAY 8, 2023

In one of my posts about freelance writing and AI challenges, I did not foresee clients accusing writers of using AI writing tools. I’m frustrated and concerned about clients not giving their writers the benefit of the doubt and relying on faulty AI detection tools to check our writing. What Is AI-Generated Content?

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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? 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.

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Kayleigh Moore

JANUARY 12, 2023

The process usually goes like this: A writer fills out a form indicating he/she would like to contribute a piece, sharing basic info on their experience level, expertise with the subject matter, and a few writing samples. The pitch helps the editors screen writers based on a few key indicators: Is the pitch relevant? Is it specific?

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Elna Cain

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

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. It wasn’t until recently I noticed the rise of the B2B SaaS writer.

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Elna Cain

APRIL 1, 2024

Freelance writers are finding it more and more challenging having a sustainable living by writing for clients. Brady Dinkel is a freelance writer and he uses his freelance income to cover his backpacking trips. In their study, they discuss the major challenges freelancers face, which can be a helpful roadmap for new freelance writers.

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Bramework

JANUARY 3, 2025

Creating a high-quality, SEO-optimized blog post is essential for businesses, freelancers, and agencies looking to establish a strong online presence. First Draft PRO generates your blog post in approximately 3 minutes. Getting Started with First Draft P RO Accessing the Tool From the dashboard , click on the First Draft PRO button.

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Enchanting Marketing

JANUARY 28, 2025

Even the most experienced writers have to stay vigilant and edit their drafts with a sharp knife and a selection of spices. Examples: Very, actual, in my opinion, really, just Chewy sentence: In my opinion, this blog post is fun. More nutritional: This blog post is fun. For instance: What is a good blog post?

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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. When you use the same tool as every other writer, you begin to churn out writing that feels generic, flat… and the same as everything else out there. The result? That’s insane!

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Express Writers

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Most of these are likely lacking one thing in common a dedicated business content writer. Companies publishing 16 or more blog posts per month generate 4.5 However, if youre currently getting your business content out by asking team members to wear a writers hat a few hours a week, these are challenging hurdles to clear.

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Freelance Writing Jobs

MARCH 28, 2025

And.Not.Stress.Out Lets be real, one of the toughest parts of being a freelance writer isnt the writing itself. The post How Freelance Writers Can Manage Inconsistent Income appeared first on Freelance Writing Jobs. Its the money rollercoaster. Sound familiar? Go ahead and take that first step. Youve got everything you need.

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Nick Ursborne

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

There is a particular challenge here for writers and copywriters. Is it as good as the writing of a skilled and experienced human writer? Next steps for digital copy and content writers. And if you don’t keep up, you’ll always be losing work to writers who are leaning into this technology. No, it isn’t.

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ContentWriters

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Learning how to become the best content writer requires more than a computer and strong writing skills. With an average of more than 6 million posts published daily , the demand for exceptional content writers is high. Content writers create materials that inform, educate, or entertain specific audiences.

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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. Writers are struggling financially, and I think I know why. I Went from Making $100 to $1,000 a Post In a Saturated Market Look – There are 600 million blogs out there, and many more are being created right this second.

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Make a Living Writing

MARCH 28, 2025

I’m not talking about the prolific Craigslist ads and content-mill stuff that pays $5 to $10 per blog post. Pays: $300 per assignment Guidelines: 1,000 to 3,000 words Tip: Pitch a guest post idea from the list of accepted topics, and increase your chances of acceptance with an original image or artwork 2. You can do better.

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Buffer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The original Buffer Marketing team started posting to the blog as far back as 2013, a very different time for content on the Internet.  while writers Tami and Kirsti are in Africa (Nigeria and South Africa, respectively)—the process looks pretty different. So, we tend to have a variety of content from different voices.

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Express Writers

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

This is where hiring a technical writer can make a significant difference. A technical writer can ensure clear, precise communication and reduce errors. Continue reading to learn more reasons why you should hire a technical writer for your business. Crafting that content can be a challenge.

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Jane Friedman

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Today’s post is by author KimBoo York. Specifically, what is creative intuition for writers? Becca Syme in her book Dear Writer: Are You Intuitive? I think that is a good start for a definition of creative intuition, and I highly recommend that book for all writers, but I knew there was more to it. What is intuition?

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Jane Friedman

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Photo by GeoJango Maps on Unsplash Todays post is by Dennis James Sweeney, author of the new book How to Submit. As writers, we often long for the perfect guide to where we should submit our writing. For the analog among us, Writers Market is the print edition of every detail about nearly every submission venue.

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Elna Cain

JUNE 3, 2023

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 ? Let’s dive into my freelance writer story about this particular client and then specific scenarios on how to deal with these toxic clients. But that’s not what I had to deal with.

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Nick Ursborne

DECEMBER 2, 2024

[ NOTE: This post was written in part by GPT 4o, working from the slides and transcripts of a presentation I gave on Empathy Mapping.] At the heart of this human element lies Empathy Mapping—a structured approach that helps writers better understand their audience. You become futureproof. Learn about my course, futureproof copywriting.

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Jane Friedman

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Today’s post is by Brian Rendell. I offer three suggestions to assist new writers: Embrace It , Try It , and Maximize It. First, take a deep breath, and accept that you are a writer. If you write regularly and want to achieve the dream of being published, you simply must be prepared to tell the world you are a writer.

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iWriter

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Are you struggling to get the results you want from your freelance writer? Effectively briefing your freelance writer is key to ensuring they understand your needs and deliver high-quality work. Define Your Project Goals Defining your project goals is the first step in working with a content writer.

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Freelance Magic

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Are you a seasoned freelance writer looking to boost your monthly income? Brands and businesses are always on the lookout for talented writers who can create blog posts, long-form articles, white papers, ebooks, and other valuable content to attract and engage their target audience. Projects typically pay £500-£2,000+.

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Jane Friedman

JANUARY 13, 2025

Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko Todays guest post is by Allison K Williams ( @guerillamemoir ). Im a binge writer. My binge-writer friends with dogs and toddlers and aging parents try for a weekend or even an afternoon away from the house, with their phone off so they arent tempted to check in. Join her on Wednesday, Jan.

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Jane Friedman

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Photo by Nataliya Vaitkevich Today’s post is by author Joni B. As a long-time workshop leader, I’m in awe of how some writers are masters at putting themselves on a path of creative self-destruction. As a writer myself, I watch them and think, Wow. The same goes for highly ineffective writers.

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Verblio

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Consider the challenge faced by a legal marketing writer turning complex topics into clear, accessible content while avoiding inaccuracies and any whiff of unintentional plagiarism. Verblio is a content creation service thats been in the space for over fifteen years and has created over one million posts.

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Jane Friedman

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Photo by Onin Today’s post is by book coach Nicole Pope. It requires writers to become storytellers and deploy narrative skills to craft a tale that incorporates their analytical perspective. If you’re a writer seeking a potent way to impart information, here are a few tips: Illustrate specific facts with stories or anecdotes.

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Jane Friedman

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Photo by Tim Gouw on Unsplash Todays post is by writer and editor Lisa Cooper Ellison. Committing to it often gives writers the distance required to see the story readers need rather than simply focusing on what they wish to tell. Join us on March 5 for her online class, Memoir Backstory.

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Jane Friedman

JANUARY 15, 2025

Photo by Masood Aslami Todays post is by writer and creativity coach Anne Carley ( @amcarley.bsky.social ) who believes#becomingunstuck is an ongoing process. I hope that sharing it may be helpful to other writers who tend hole up in a writing silo of their own making. Were not alone. But underneath it all, were not alone.

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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 ). In social media groups and forums, many of us writers talk about the trifecta of building a website, maintaining our online identity, and navigating the shifting sands of social media platforms.

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The Creative Penn

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

The Happy Writer: Get More Ideas, Write More Words, and Find More Joy from First Draft to Publication and Beyond is her latest book for authors. The Happy Writer: Get More Ideas, Write More Words, and Find More Joy from First Draft to Publication and Beyond is her latest book for authors. I always wanted to be a writer.

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Express Writers

JANUARY 28, 2025

While blog posts are valuable for nurturing existing customers and reaching new ones to bring in more traffic, effective promotion is necessary for content to be noticed. If youre unsure how to promote a new blog post, these tried and tested strategies effectively generate more traffic for brands.

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Jane Friedman

MARCH 25, 2025

Todays post is by David Griffin Brown and Michelle Barker , co-authors of Story Skeleton: The Classics and Immersion and Emotion: The Two Pillars of Storytelling. Weve come across many authors who believe that plot points amount to paint-by-numbers storytellingor that only genre writers need to worry about structure.

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Make a Living Writing

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

After writing on my own blog about how freelance writers should aim for making $100 an hour , I heard from many writers. And over at All Freelance Writing , Jennifer Mattern posts job listings only for gigs that pay over $50 a post. This post originally appeared on the WM Freelance Writers Connection.

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Freelance Magic

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Imagine writing about something that bores the heck out of you for the rest of eternity To help you avoid the mistakes that freelance writers make early in their careers, I’ve put together a list of the most lucrative freelance writing niches. The average salary of a tech writer is $70,000 per yea r , starting at $47,000 for beginners.

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