If you’re not recording the names, emails, websites, and addresses of all of your clients (corporate, individual and publication editors) then you are losing money. The best way to make more money as a freelance writer (or in any business) is to keep your existing customers. It’s easier to retain current clients than it is to find brand new ones (not that you shouldn’t be actively marketing for new clients as well). That’s for another…
"Grow Your Business with a Client List"Author: Aly Chiman
Aly Chiman
The misconceptions are there for freelance writers, just as they are for anyone in any other profession. Sometimes we’re expected to look a certain way, speak a certain way, act a certain way…you get the point. People are always surprised to learn that I’m a writer. I hear it in their voices and see it on their faces. No way you can earn a living as a writer. Oh, that must be an interesting HOBBY.…
"Common Misconceptions About Writers"These are the things we dream about having, or, at least I do. If you have a writer in your family bookmark this post so you know what to get him/her for the next occasion. Enjoy, and add your dream item to the comments below! Aqua Notes – Waterproof Notepad I needed this today! I’m always thinking of ideas in the shower and have to recite them over and over again until I’m out and…
"A Writer’s Dream Things: The Coolest Gifts for Writers"
In the beginning of a writing career we all spend a lot more time applying for writing jobs than we do actually writing. Don’t worry; it will change once you start collecting clips to show off. Don’t take on a freelance writing job just because you’re getting anxious. You may regret it later. In the meantime, pay attention to the job descriptions. Look out for the following freelance writing job red flags. No Pay Mentioned…
"Freelance Writing Job Red Flags"Ask Ali is all about answering questions from writers. Here’s one from Krista: Krista asked…Do you still experience rejection? If so, how do you handle it? Hi Krista! Certainly. Every writer, no matter how skilled or experienced receives rejections. It’s part of the business. I read somewhere that most writers receive 9 rejections per 10 submissions. That is what I receive on average. For beginners, it is probably a little more. Most of the time…
"Ask Ali: Dealing with Rejection"