Writing Auditions: Should You Write Free Samples to Apply for a Writing Job?
It’s standard practice for hiring managers to review writing samples before hiring a freelancer. For writers, a professional portfolio is just an extension of the resume. It demonstrates to the hiring manager that the...
So, Your Client Didn’t Pay: What to Do Now
Freelancing is a great way to pay the bills, except when your clients don’t, well, pay their bills. Unfortunately, it is something that happens to nearly every freelance writer at some point: You work...
Your Guide to Finding a Writing Job
With so many job sites out there, how can you narrow down your options for finding a writing job? Writers Work makes it easy! Check out this handy guide to the pros and cons...
How to Set a Schedule as a Freelance Writer
One of the great benefits of becoming a freelance writer is the freedom it permits you to set your own schedule. When you’re a full-time freelancer, you can work any hour of the day—just...
FAQs about Increasing Your Rates as a Freelance Writer
Working as a freelance writer has a lot of advantages—you get to enjoy a flexible schedule, you can work from anywhere you’d like, and you get to set your own rates. However, that last...
Tips for Networking with Fellow Freelance Writers
Water cooler talk is a normal part of office culture, providing a time to gather around to chat while taking a short break from your regular responsibilities. When you have a traditional job, you...
Working From Home: Staying Focused When Your House Is Your Office
If you’ve never worked from home or are just getting started, you’re probably thinking about how awesome it is to not have to go to a traditional office every day. It definitely is awesome,...
Social Media Tips for Freelance Writers
From Facebook to Snapchat, it seems like everybody uses social media these days. Social media isn’t just popular for personal use; it’s also a useful tool for online marketing. Your clients might want you...
Health Insurance 101 for Freelance Writers
There are countless benefits to being your own boss, but one topic that sometimes gives freelance writers pause about being self-employed is health insurance. Not having access to health insurance through an employer is...
Breaking Up with a Client without the Heartache
As a freelancer, it can be difficult to know when a job isn’t right for you. It can be even more challenging to decide if it’s time to cut ties with a client or...