Having trouble choosing a freelance writing niche? Been there, done that! When I started freelance writing, I was against choosing a niche for the longest time. I thought if I narrowed my services down, I would miss out on clients. As a new freelance writer, that was the last thing I wanted. After all, I… Continue reading How to Choose a Freelance Writing Niche (In 5 Easy Steps!)
Category: Freelance Writing
Visit the freelance writing archives on The Quiet Type blog to find information on building your online writing portfolio, finding clients, sending pitches, and making money from home.
Do Freelancers Need Business Insurance? Here’s What You Need To Know!
For freelancers, it is empowering to work on your own terms and do something you love. However, it can also expose you to risks and liabilities you wouldn’t otherwise face as an employee. The type of service you provide and how you structure your day-to-day business activities plays a large role in what type of… Continue reading Do Freelancers Need Business Insurance? Here’s What You Need To Know!
My Top 9 Book Recommendations to Help You Grow Your Business in 2021
I’ve been a die-hard reader pretty much my whole life, and I firmly believe that reading is one of the best ways to spend your time. Since I started my freelance writing business, I’ve made it a point to read personal development and business books. Why? Because knowledge truly is power. Reading books written by… Continue reading My Top 9 Book Recommendations to Help You Grow Your Business in 2021
How to Send the Best Cold Email Pitches and Win Freelance Gigs (+ a Free Guide!)
You’ve decided to pursue freelance writing, congrats! Freelancing is such a great way to make money, whether as a side hustle or a full-time gig. If you’ve made it this far, you’ve likely already set up your freelance writer website and online portfolio. (If not, check out this guide.) So, what comes next? Finding freelance… Continue reading How to Send the Best Cold Email Pitches and Win Freelance Gigs (+ a Free Guide!)
How to Price Your Freelance Writing Services (& a Freebie!)
If you’ve joined any Facebook groups for freelance writers, you may have noticed one question that gets asked over and over again. “How do I set freelance writing rates?” A lot of new freelancers fall into the trap of thinking they need to set lower freelance writing rates because they don’t have much professional experience… Continue reading How to Price Your Freelance Writing Services (& a Freebie!)
10 Important Milestones for New Freelance Writers
So do you decided to become a freelance writer, congrats! Freelance writing is such a rewarding gig. In addition to getting do something you love, freelancing provides a lot of flexibility; you can work when, where, and how you want. What’s not to love? If you’re totally new to freelance writing, you may be wondering… Continue reading 10 Important Milestones for New Freelance Writers
How to Start Freelance Writing With No Experience
Have you been considering taking the leap to become a freelance writer? Congratulations! There are many reasons someone would want to become a freelance writer, such as: Dreaming of writing for a living A desire to be their own boss Craving the freedom to work from anywhere Wanting to have an extra income stream Whatever… Continue reading How to Start Freelance Writing With No Experience
9 Best Writing Tools for New Freelance Writers
So, you decided to take the leap into freelance writing; congrats! If you’re here, it’s probably because you’re wondering what you need to get started. While you don’t need much to get started as a freelance writer, you do need more than a laptop and basic writing skills—especially if you want to make a full-time… Continue reading 9 Best Writing Tools for New Freelance Writers
How to Create Freelance Writing Samples That Stand Out
Generally speaking, freelance writing is a competitive gig. There is indeed a lot of demand for writers and the internet helps to make it a truly global affair. However, there are many freelancers available to feed the demand and this means there are usually many applicants for jobs. This level of competition means you have… Continue reading How to Create Freelance Writing Samples That Stand Out
13 Must-Have Tools to Help Freelancers Run and Grow Their Business
Many new freelancers are surprised to find out how much work actually goes into freelancing. But, freelancing is a business and for it to grow, you need to have the right tools in your toolkit. From project management tools to marketing tools, it’s important to invest in and utilize tools that support and streamline your… Continue reading 13 Must-Have Tools to Help Freelancers Run and Grow Their Business