Have you ever thought about being a freelance writer? I decided to become one way back in 2000. I didn’t have any experience or any contacts with publications. It was scary at first but I ended up making more money than I had in my previous job. Eventually, I got my own columns, was an…
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Writing Opportunities for 2024 and Beyond
If only we had a crystal ball and could see the future. Part of being a successful a writer is forecasting what’s going to be hot and what’s not. Students in my fearless freelancing course have been asking me what I think about the future of writing and where the opportunities will be in the…
The Fearless Freelancer
Have you ever thought about becoming a freelance writer…yes, even if you’ve only written fiction up till now. That’s the position I found myself in back in 2000 when I quit my job at a publishing company. I woke up the following morning thinking about what I was going to do to pay my bills….
Writing Makes a Great Side Gig
Are you thinking about starting a side gig or do you already have one? Are you using your skill as a writer for your side hustle? I can’t think of a better way to make some extra cash each week than putting your talent for writing to good use. These can be short pieces for…
Finding Freelance Writing Jobs
One of the key elements to being a successful freelance writing is finding consistent work. When I started out, I’d spend a few hours a day researching markets, trying to figure out who hired freelance writers and what looked like a good match. Fast forward to today, and I think it’s gotten a little easier…
Writers Need to Be Trend Watchers
Do you study trends? I just finished writing a post over at my other site about how being a trend watcher or a future thinker can help you figure out how to make money. As I was writing it, I thought, this is probably a great topic for the audience at TWL too. I don’t…
10 Survival Tips for Freelancers
I’ve had lots of e-mails about how to survive as a freelance writer especially during an economic down turn. A handful of you have told me you’ve lost contracts, clients and lots of publications are saying they’re not buying anything right now. Stay in this business long enough and you’re going to need to…
Best Freelance Markets for Beginners
What are the best markets for beginning Freelance writers? Here are some I think offer you the best chance to get published and get paid when you’re an absolute beginner…or in need of some extra cash. Local Newspapers I know there aren’t as many as around as back in the days when I…
Increase the Odds of Getting a Byline
Last week I told you how to decrease the odds of getting rejected by editors and agents. I’ve had lots of requests for similar information for freelancing writing, so here are some tips to increase the odds you earn that all important byline…and money! Study and Research First Always remember to study and research…
Write on Any Topic
Are you thinking about becoming a freelance writer but worried you’re not an expert on enough topics? When I started writing I thought the same thing. In fact, it almost prevented me from taking that leap. How did writers know so much about everything? These wordsmiths had to be the smartest bunch of people in…