
Writers often ask me why it takes them so darn long to write an article/query letter/brochure/newsletter.
Much of the time, these writers are making the deadly mistake of over-researching. They’re spending hours collecting files full of articles, bookmarking relevant sites, reading books, and interviewing countless sources.
And the time-suck doesn’t stop there: Because these writers have …
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Jan 19, 2012
Reporting, Writing

This is a guest post by Elizabeth Whalen.
We freelancers have so much freedom—after all, it’s right there in our job title. As long as we do good work and meet our deadlines, we’re free to take a two-hour nap in the middle of the day or work late into the night and sleep in the …
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Jan 16, 2012
Advice, Editors, Marketing

Been contemplating whether you want to boost your writing income in 2012 with the Freelance Writers Blast Off?
Now’s the time to take action: The registration for our popular class ends on Monday, and the webinars start on January 24.
Don’t wait — check out the Blast Off page to see how we’ve helped other writers …
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Jan 13, 2012
Classes

A trade editor just told you the article you turned in was one of the best he’s ever read. A corporate writing client let you know that you’re the fastest writer she’s ever worked with. The editor at a consumer pub gave you kudos on your researching ability.
You do the happy dance, thank the client, …
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Jan 12, 2012
Advice, Marketing, Query letters

It’s 2012, and you’ve vowed that this is the year you’re going to make it as a freelance writer. Right?
You can start by watching Carol Tice’s and my 30-minute webinar, 10 Biggest Obstacles to Freelance Writing Success…and How to Solve Them.
Then — if you’re looking to launch your freelance writing career in 2012, join Carol …
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Jan 10, 2012
Classes, Money