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9 REAL Challenges of Being a Freelance Writer (& How to Overcome Them)

Elna Cain

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. I struggle with this as well.

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The Fastest Way to Build Your Freelance Writing Business (Even With Thousands of Layoffs)

Elna Cain

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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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Freelance Niche

Freelance Magic

Does this sound familiar to you: “Choose a freelance niche if you want to get paid well “? Whether you’re a beginner or have been feeling stuck for a while, you’ll probably have heard other freelancers harping on about choosing a niche. Whether you’re a freelance writer or a digital marketer, the market is competitive.

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How to Turn One-Time Clients into Retainer Clients: Building Long-Term Freelancing Relationships

Freelance Magic

As a freelancer, getting new clients is an ongoing challenge. But what sets successful freelancers apart is their ability to turn those one-time clients into long-term retainers. What is a Retainer in Freelancing? It can often feel like you’re on a hamster wheel of finding clients, doing the work, and ending the contract….

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How to Avoid Burnout as a Freelance Writer (11 Proven Tips)

Elna Cain

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. That’s a tall order for a freelance writer. How do you avoid burnout as a freelance writer? All that COGNITIVE LOAD drains me of my creativity.

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New Freelance Writers Are Struggling Financially (30% Are Earning Less Than $10/hr in The First Year)

Elna Cain

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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Freelancer Invoicing: 8 Mistakes to Avoid and What to Do Instead

Make a Living Writing

Freelancer invoicing is an incredibly important topic that doesn’t get discussed nearly enough The truth is, there’s a science to the invoicing process—creating a great invoice, sending it at the right time (and to the right person!) Clear line item descriptions Clear communication is essential to the freelancer invoicing process.