Writer Wednesdays: A New Series
Every Wednesday, I post a “What are you writing about today?” question on Twitter, LinkedIn, and the Working Freelance Writer Facebook page. On each post, I include a few lines about what I’ve been writing about and what’s on my…
Be a Writer Who Shows Appreciation
I’ve been sharing a lot about showing appreciation, gratitude, and support. I’m going to wrap things up by writing about writing about being a writer who shows appreciation, and it’s importance. Even though I’ve touched upon this topic already, I…
Monday Motivation: Appreciation
I’m continuing the theme of “appreciation” and “gratitude” in today’s Monday Motivation. It’s an essential topic I feel needs coverage in the freelance writing business. We spend a lot of time supporting each other and, if we’re not living by…
Supportive Sundays: Being There for Others
I know I frequently write about my appreciation for the freelance writers in my network. In my opinion, there’s no such thing as doing this too much. Kind words go far when you’re going through something negative and need positive…
Be A Writer Who Develops Relationships
I’m currently working on a series of articles about “The Life of a Freelancer,” and part of that research includes the importance of developing relationships. While being a freelance writer is a highly competitive field, networking is integral. The two…
Monday Motivation: How to Build Quality Freelance Writing Relationships
This week, I’m writing a lot about the life of a freelance writer. The focus seems to be falling primarily on how to build a quality freelance writing relationship. So, that’s the theme of this week’s Monday Motivation. The main…
Supportive Sundays: The Importance of Giving Back
I believe offering support to other freelance writers has a lot to do with giving back. So, when I pitch stories to prospective targets, I try to include my colleagues. How? By suggesting that conduct interviews, request quotes, or do…
When Life Gives You Lemons Write About Making the Best Lemonade
I don’t know of any writer who doesn’t receive a rejection or have frustrations from time to time. We all have those experiences. However, instead of focusing on negativity, this year I’m taking a different approach. I see positive results…
Be a Writer Who Sets Goals
Today’s my birthday, and I thought, in today’s blog post, I would share why it’s important to be a writer who sets goals. Earlier in my career, I set goals regularly. Being part of accountability groups whereby we listed our…
Monday Motivation: Goals
We’re two weeks into the New Year. Have you set goals? Do you have concerns about setting them or that they may not be realistic? Setting goals are one of the active “ingredients” I include in my freelance writing business…