WritingThoughts

If you write web content, you’re familiar with the struggle. Like me, you may wonder, how do I attract readers and get them to respond to and share my content? Even the most carefully crafted piece of content might not get any reader engagement. There’s nothing more frustrating than spending hours on an article only […]

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What do you think? Can a software tool improve your writing? The debate’s been raging for years. Some say that only a human editor can understand the nuances of text draft. That hasn’t stopped software developers from trying to create that perfect software editing tool. The latest entry into the software editing arena is the […]

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Most freelance writers don’t come from a business background. That can hurt you because when you freelance you’re basically running a business. Even if you do come from a business background, chances are good that you don’t know what you need to know about running a business. I have a business degree, and I still […]

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I love using words. That love of words is one of the reasons that I became a writer. But the way that you put words together is important. Grammar is sort of a dirty word for some creatives, and I totally understand that. However, if you’re going to break the rules in your writing, you […]

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Marketing your freelancing business is important. I’ve been writing posts that stress the importance of marketing for over five years now. Perhaps that’s why I was given the chance to review Dan Schawbel’s new book, Promote Yourself: The New Rules For Career Success. Dan is also the author of Me 2.0 and the Managing Partner […]

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Writing can be a thankless job. Often, your immediate family doesn’t get it. Even if you do a fantastic job, no one seems to notice. It can feel like you’re all alone. Really, that’s what Chicken Soup for the Soul, Inspiration for Writers (not an affiliate link) is all about. It lists common challenges many […]

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If you’re thinking of becoming a freelancer, it can be hard to know exactly where to start. That’s where The Freelancer’s Bible by Sara Horowitz with Toni Sciarra Poynter comes in. Not long ago I received a review copy of the book. Now that I’ve had a chance to look at the book, I’d like […]

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Social media should be a big part of your freelance writing marketing efforts. If it’s not, you’re missing out. That’s why I was excited to receive a copy of the new book from Jan Zimmerman and Deb Ng, Social Media Marketing All-In-One For Dummies. In this post, I’ll outline some of my thoughts about this […]

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As a freelance writer, you probably already know that it’s important to have a strong online presence. A blog is one way to create an online presence, of course. But there are other ways as well. In this post, I take a look at four places where writers can create an online profile that will […]

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Over the years, I’ve noticed a real need for freelance writers to find more mentoring relationships with each other than can normally be accomplished through commenting on blogs or participating in social media. Freelance writers need specific information about how to succeed. So, I went looking for a place that could provide both a chance […]

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