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Your Online Writing Portfolio: 11 Must-Haves for a Standout Portfolio

Elna Cain

I recently checked out my online writing portfolio, and guess what I found? Since I’ve been freelance writing for almost a decade, for some reason I wasn’t paying too much attention to my portfolio. But, how do you make your portfolio stand out, then? So, how do you create an easy online writing portfolio?

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How to Create a Writing Portfolio That’ll Wow Potential Clients

Smart Blogger

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. Let me walk you through these. is fast and easy.

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14 Top LinkedIn Profile Tips for Freelance Writers

Elna Cain

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. 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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Substack for Writers: Is It Worth Joining?

Make a Living Writing

When it comes to making a career as a writer, you have probably come across Substack as an option. Substack is an online platform that lets writers publish their work while also offering subscriptions so they can make money in the process. That way, it’s a win-win for almost everyone, especially for writers and readers.

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18 New Year’s Resolutions for Freelance Writers for 2023

Elna Cain

Many writers in my Writeto1k Facebook group are discussing intentions rather than resolutions. When starting as a beginner freelance writer , one thing that can help you stay on track and make a living is creating a client ladder. When you read more, you simply become a better writer overall. Was it just as wild as mine?

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What People Look for When Hiring Writers

Kayleigh Moore

Both indicated they look for writers who handle topics and feedback without inserting their own egos. Tommy said, “I want writers that care about the work and can write without ego. Riley Kaminer said: “I need writers who are responsive. Riley Kaminer said: “I need writers who are responsive. Then busy again.

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Project + Your 1st Portfolio Piece

AWAI

If you want the perfect first writing project … and you’d like to work on it alongside a professional freelance writer … this is your chance to write your very first “pro-level” portfolio piece while you look over the shoulder of one of AWAI’s “go-to” freelance copywriters. Learn more here.