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What I love most about working as a professional writer
There is a lot of content available that is scraped from a competitor or “written” by a spinning engine. It gives content writing a bad name since many average online readers don’t realize what’s going on behind the scenes. I… Continue reading
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Things I wish someone had told me before going into professional writing
There are quite a few things that I wish I had learned before becoming a professional writer. Still, these are the top ones that I use to help inspire the next generation of writers considering the career path. Use these… Continue reading
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Hard Truths: Part II
Hard truths that connect to customers are ample learning situations where you can choose just how you will respond to them. It doesn’t mean you need to like it, or that you have to look forward to it. But you… Continue reading
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Hard Truths: Part I
Accepting those hard truths is so important! You don’t have to take ownership of them because they are outside of your control. Just accept them as they are, and keep on moving forward. Continue reading
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How to balance moving and working: Self-employed edition
Without question, moving while trying to keep up full-time hours as a self-employed professional is challenging and stressful. But, it is possible. Plus, when you get your new space and know that you did it, it’s a great power trip! Continue reading
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Professional writer rates: hourly vs per-word
Sometimes my ability to write confidently is worth more (per word), and sometimes my time itself is worth more (per hour). As you get used to working as a professional writer, you’ll learn just where your time goes, and how… Continue reading
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How to determine rates for your professional writing
We all tend to want to have a low rate because we think it’ll draw in customers. It will, but it often will be customers that will give you no end of headache. Set a rate that feels fair and… Continue reading
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3 things I wish I had known when I started writing
I had to learn a lot of things about writing “on the job” and understand how to put them in their place. Below, I’ve shared them in hopes that they’ll help strengthen another writer who is just starting out! Continue reading
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3 things the young writer should know
A young writer is full of promise and potential. They have a new voice, a new perspective, and a whole lot of energy that is focused on helping them find success. However, anyone who’s been a professional writer for a… Continue reading
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5 tips to help you stay on task no matter where you work
Some days the words just flow like they are nothing at all. Other times, it feels worse than trying to get my cat to take his medication. Staying on task can help provide more of those great days, but sometimes… Continue reading
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