Freelance Magic

MARCH 12, 2024

You’re tired of working for someone else, 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: 62% of companies already hire freelancers, while 66% plan to hire more freelancers in the next few years. The good news? Read the guide).

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Kayleigh Moore

OCTOBER 3, 2022

The internet is flooded with headlines about Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered writing tools and how they’re going to eventually replace writers. The rise of AI-powered writing tools AI-powered writing is nothing new. All of these bring interesting (and helpful) automations to the writing process.

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Elna Cain

DECEMBER 3, 2022

I know I got into freelance writing because I absolutely love it. But part of being a successful freelance writer is not how well we write or how many clients we have – we also have to understand the money aspect of our business. Why is Personal Finance Important for Freelance Writers?

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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 ! Related tech layoff news But The Remote Job Interview Process Is Worse I recently shared my thoughts on seeing “fake” writing jobs all over LinkedIn and job boards.

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Elna Cain

JANUARY 1, 2023

Another accomplishment I’ve had because of my writing is landing some high-paying and notable clients this year. Many writers in my Writeto1k Facebook group are discussing intentions rather than resolutions. Something cool happened this year for me: As soon as I raised my copywriting rates, I landed better-paying clients!

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Nick Ursborne

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

And yes, some of those advances will impact our work as freelance copywriters. Part of that plan could be to diversify the services you offer as a writer, and include one of two services that focus on AI. And, of course, all AI output needs revising by a human writer… you. It’s time to lean in and get ahead of the curve.

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ContentWriters

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Who do you turn to when you need a writer? Whether to prioritize copywriting vs content writing is a question many B2B CEOs and marketing managers debate when considering who they need to hire. Both copywriters and content writers solve a need for the reader.

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Elna Cain

MARCH 17, 2024

How do you find freelance work online? When I started out in 2014, I just used freelance job boards, and boom! There are more opportunities to find work online as a freelance writer, which works better in some ways than others. Or, what if you have absolutely no experience writing online or writing for freelance clients?

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Elna Cain

APRIL 5, 2023

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. And because we write, this job can take a toll on us whether we like it or not. That’s a tall order for a freelance writer.

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Caroline Gibson

MARCH 20, 2023

You can’t compare apples with apples It’s not just the variables that affect what a freelance copywriter may charge: it also depends on their experience and expertise. How can a client really see the true value of a copywriter’s worth based on a day rate alone? Only journos and editorial writers work that way.

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Elna Cain

JULY 16, 2023

A popular question I get from new freelancers and copywriters is: “How do you find copywriting clients?” I mean, getting freelance copywriting clients isn’t complicated…but if you are a brand new copywriter or freelancer, this can be a major roadblock, stopping you from ever trying.

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Elna Cain

JANUARY 4, 2023

Let me guess: Every new freelance writer wants a legit writing job, right? You finally have paid writing work, but now you have to balance multiple clients. You finally have paid writing work, but now you have to balance multiple clients. I made mistakes that cost me money and writing jobs. Or five clients?

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Nick Ursborne

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Copywriters who are just launching their careers often feel nervous about not knowing enough. So when it comes to working with freelance writers, who do you think those 98% of companies will want to work with? Freelancers who are ignoring AI? Or freelancers who are deeply engaged with AI? Are you there yet?

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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?

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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. It’s not as easy as saying it’s because of AI taking over or that, collectively, businesses just don’t want to pay for writing.

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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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Make a Living Writing

JANUARY 29, 2024

When it comes to becoming a paid writer, it can be a good idea to sign up for freelance writing courses. While things like AI are on the rise, freelance writing is still a career that will continue to be in demand. After all, have you seen the boring writing that AI produces?

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Nick Ursborne

FEBRUARY 11, 2023

Too many freelancers build up a body of expertise in a particular area and then dive straight in. Maybe they decide to be a writer or copywriter in the alternative health industry. You don’t want to have to compete with other freelancers for every job that comes up. They get away from the crowds of competing freelancers.

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Elna Cain

JANUARY 7, 2023

As a freelance writer, you are probably always looking for ways to improve your skills. Reading is an amazing way to develop the skills you need to make you a better writer. It gives you the opportunity to observe successful writers and helps you learn more about writing. How Does Reading Make You a Better Writer?

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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! This freelance writing client was great in the beginning. But that’s not what I had to deal with.

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Elna Cain

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Look – What’s the fastest way to build your freelance writing business when people are losing their jobs everywhere you look? All over Twitter, I’m seeing posts from writers sharing about the latest layoffs. But, because of what is happening offline, it’s actually improving chances for new freelancers.

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Smart Blogger

JANUARY 10, 2024

You’re a freelance writer. You get paid to write for websites, magazines, corporate clients — all different types of gigs. Free Training: A Cheat Sheet for Becoming a Freelance Writer, Starting from Scratch One week, you’re on the beach. In this post, I’m going to teach you how to become a freelance writer.

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Elna Cain

DECEMBER 11, 2023

For most freelance writers, December means beginning year-end tasks. December typically means something other than landing new writing jobs since many companies slow down the hiring process during this time. But landing writing work is happening to me now and it’s a new thing. For you, try to shoot for 3x a week.

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Make a Living Writing

JANUARY 13, 2024

Sites that pay writers that much or more are out there. And even a large number of writing job boards that promise well-paying jobs turn out to only have gigs that pay enough per assignment to fill your gas tank. Skip those, and move on to sites that pay better rates so you can truly get paid to write. Updated for 2024!)

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Make a Living Writing

APRIL 8, 2024

Want to get into copywriting but don’t know where to start? We’ve got you covered with a list of copywriting tips for beginners. If you’re a mid-career or seasoned copywriter or content writer, it doesn’t hurt to get a refresher. We’ll talk about the most common types of copywriting projects but the sky’s the limit.

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Freelance Writing Jobs

APRIL 7, 2024

billion global workforce are freelancers. Even worse is that this figure keeps increasing every minute and adds to the already saturated freelance market. That means you have to put in more effort to compete with dozens or even hundreds of other freelancers for a spot. Let’s assume you’re a content writer for health brands.

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Make a Living Writing

APRIL 18, 2023

If you have been on the hunt for the best copywriting books out there, we will go over the basics of why you should learn from copywriting books, what to know, and then let’s dive into some options. What Is A Copywriting Book? Not all copywriting books are the same.

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Make a Living Writing

APRIL 15, 2024

Writing and editing are one of those great fields where you have the option of remote work. We will dive into some of the best remote freelance jobs along with tips to find them. In this article, we explore some of the best remote freelance jobs for writers and editors, along with tips on how to thrive in these roles.

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Write Freelance

OCTOBER 18, 2021

One of the biggest struggles of being a freelance writer? Finding genuine and well-paid freelance writing jobs. Hustle is a part of freelancing, but being your own boss shouldn’t mean continuously struggling to find work. When you are a freelancer, every hour wasted is money lost. Not sure where to look?

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Nick Ursborne

JUNE 8, 2023

After all, as freelancers we don’t set out to charge less than we can. We think we know what our clients and prospects will accept, and we write up our estimates accordingly. It doesn’t matter whether you are a doctor, a lawyer or a copywriter – specialists get paid more than generalists. That sounds reasonable.

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Make a Living Writing

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

What’s the secret to creating a freelance writing website that get’s noticed? You know…an ideal client lands on your writer website. And you’ve got all the right stuff there to get that person to call, email, or connect to talk about freelance work. But what does your writer website look like?

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Nick Ursborne

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As a freelancer, I am my brand. We can outshine the work of AI by writing with a high level of emotional intelligence. Then write copy that acknowledges and addresses those emotions. You can do this way better than an AI writing tool. As a freelancer, you also need to “get emotional”. Human, through and through.

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Smart Blogger

MARCH 10, 2023

Think it’s impossible to find profitable freelance writing niches in 2023? In this post, we’ll cover the different niches available to freelance writers, and give you guidance on how to choose the right one for you. Now, before we begin, here’s a warning: Don’t get hung up on the perfect freelance niche for you.

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Freelance Writing Jobs

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Freelancing is a dynamic environment. Freelancing is too competitive for you not to prioritize refining your skills. How do you ensure your relevance and maintain your competitive edge in the freelancing world? In this article, we’ll delve into four proven upskilling tips for freelancers.

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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. For a brand new freelance writer, these websites can be the big break to make this dream a reality. If you want to be able to work from home as a freelance writer, then a way to get started is to snag paid guest posting websites.

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Kayleigh Moore

OCTOBER 10, 2023

It's finally time for me to share what I've been working on for a very long time: The Writing Lab. This is the new home for my writing resources, templates, video trainings, and more. Writing Video Lessons Wanted to come to one of my live writing trainings in the past, but couldn't make it? Here's what you'll find.

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Nick Ursborne

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

They definitely don’t write with emotional intelligence. This is a problem for writers and marketers who rely too heavily on AI. Fortunately, we have a solution for that… Emotionally Intelligent writing. Here are five ways in which emotionally intelligent writing raises the bar way above what AI alone can achieve. #1

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