What to Do When You Don’t Know What to Do
(Guest Post from Stephanie Mickelson): In Cody’s April 2 newsletter, he talked about the fact that freelance writing can be anything you want it to be. For those of us that love freedom and are good at imposing strategies and boundaries, this is fantastic — but it also means that there are a lot of […]
How to Use Case Studies to Attract Better Freelance Writing Clients
Want more freelance writing clients? Here’s how to use case studies to market your business and wow prospects.
🐦⬛ The desert taught me this client-finding secret
You Have More Samples Than You Think… · April 16th, 2025 · Hey friend 👋 This weekend, we took a day trip to Sitting Bull Falls, a gorgeous natural oasis nestled in the Chihuahuan Desert. If you didn’t know where you were heading, the 30-some mile road leading into the park would make you believe the rocky desert was endless. The falls popping up from nowhere are truly a hidden gem! As a writer, you probably have some hidden gems of your own. Lots of new freelancers worry about not having a…
You Have More Samples Than You Think… Here’s Where They Are
Most new freelancers aren’t sure how to share a portfolio with no samples. Luckily, you probably have plenty hiding in plain sight.
🐦⬛ Most freelance writers screw this up (don’t be one of them)
5 Mistakes Freelance Writers Make When Choosing a Niche · April 9th, 2025 · Hey friend 👋, I’ve been slammed with work the past week, so I’m going to keep this one short and sweet. If you know me, you know I’m a huge advocate for niching down. It’s the secret sauce that makes landing freelance gigs 100x easier. But not all niches are created equal. Although there’s no such thing as a “wrong” niche, there are some mistakes that can derail you from finding your ideal specialty. In this week’s…
5 Mistakes Freelance Writers Make When Choosing a Niche
Picking the right niche can put you on the fast track to freelance success. Get there faster by avoiding these mistakes.
🐦⬛ The “lazy” freelance schedule that saved my butt this week
The Part-Time Path to Full-Time Freedom · April 2nd, 2025 · Hey friend 👋, I’ve been getting over a nasty stomach bug the last couple of days, so apologies for today’s newsletter coming out later than usual. Being sick reminded me just how important it is to have a freelance writing setup that doesn’t completely fall apart if you need to take a few days off. This week’s article is all about that. Specifically, we’re diving into how you can build a sustainable, long-term income on part-time…
🐦⬛ They replaced me with AI. Now I charge them double
They replaced me with AI. Now I charge them double. · March 26th, 2025 · Hey friend 👋, Sometimes even those bummers of a story have a happy ending. Like when you lose a client to AI, but they come crawling back and are now paying you double for the same work. That’s what happened to me this week. I think it teaches a very important lesson about AI, freelancing, and why high-quality writers should feel more confident than ever in this job market. Speaking of those top-notch folks, I want to…
My Client Ditched AI and Hired Me Back. Now I Charge Them Double
AI won’t replace great freelance writers who have a niche. I’m charging a client double after they hired me back because AI failed them.
How Part-Time Freelance Writers Can Build a Sustainable Income
Part-time work as a freelance writer can bring financial stability and a low-stress way to build your career. Here’s how to do it.