John Rozendaal

Not sure how to write a cold pitch though? We’re going to look at the anatomy of a cold pitch as well as some examples that will attract more freelance writing jobs. Check out these five main sections to a pitch letter. 1. Subject Line Crafting a compelling subject line is crucial because so

**Give yourself a new experience.** Shake things up by doing something you’ve never done before. Try something simple like going to a movie by yourself, or aim really big and try skydiving or bungee jumping. **Talk to strangers.** Strike up conversations with strangers and see what interesting

There are a lot of lofty and picturesque expectations out there, so real life doesn’t always stand up to the real thing. Here’s a look at an honest day in the life of a freelance writer. **Expectation**: Sleeping until 9 a.m. and lounging in bed for a while before actually getting up. **Reali

If having a completed portfolio is the most important thing a writer in digital spaces can do, the second most important thing is portfolio visibility. Linking to your writing portfolio, may feel like self-promotional—and frankly, that’s what it is. But giving readers easy access to your writing por

Take a break from your work. After finishing your first draft, it’s tempting to ride the wave of momentum right into editing, but you’ve got to take a break from your writing. Put it away and work on something else for an hour, a day, three days… however long you can spare depending on your dea

You can start freelancing as a side-hustle while studying in school or working at a 9-to-5 job. Despite that, there's something about getting started that is intimidating to newbies. If you want to become a freelance writer but aren't sure where to start, check out these five essentials. 1.

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As a professional writer, you want your portfolio of work to reach as many people as possible. And Google is one of the best ways to reach that goal. How? It all starts with your SEO strategy. In this article, we&39;re going to break down what SEO is, why you need a strategy, and common mistakes