Tips & Tools to Inspire Your Freelance Journey

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Is Upwork Still Worth it for Freelance Writers in 2025? An Honest Review
Upwork was once a goldmine for freelance work. But can freelance writers still find success on the platform in 2025?

How to Use Pricing Psychology to Attract Better Writing Clients
Pricing your freelance writing services is tough. Knowing these three psychology principles gives you a big advantage.

3 Freelance Writing Myths That Are Keeping You Broke (& the Truths You Deserve to Hear)
Client acquisition is something many writers struggle with. But these three myths don’t need to hold you back from your dream jobs.

How a Simple LinkedIn Comment Turned Into a $10K Writing Gig
Looking for a new way to find clients? Try Anna’s unconventional approach.

Why the Best Writers Spend Time Washing Pigs
What does washing a pig have to do with writing? Turns out, it’s the key to unlocking your creativity and getting more done.

The Ultimate Guide to Positioning Yourself as a Case Study Expert
Case study writing is my #1 recommendation for future-proof freelancers. Here’s how to position yourself as an expert and win jobs.

Why Case Studies Are the Ultimate Future-Proof Freelance Gig
Looking for a stable way to make money as a writer? Here’s why case studies are my favorite strategy right now.

The T.H.R.I.V.E. System for Overcoming Imposter Syndrome as a Freelance Writer
Feeling like an imposter? Use this six-step system to overcome imposter syndrome as a freelance writer and be more confident.

Making Freelancing Work for Your Life (Not the Other Way Around)
Balancing your time as a freelancer is challenging. Here’s why you should give yourself a vacation to preserve your creativity.

Want a Resilient Freelance Writing Career? Master Flexibility
Flexibility is one of your most powerful growth tools. Here’s how to use it to build a resilient freelance writing career.

RIB Goals: A Freelancer’s Best Friend for 2025
Do you have trouble following through on your goals? See why I use the RIB approach to make goals I’ll actually achieve.

Should Freelancers Use Paid Ads to Find Clients?
Should freelancers use paid ads as a client lead-gen tool? They can win you business fast, but the risks and costs are high.

The 3-Step Plan to Land Your Next Client in 7 Days (or Less)
Trying to land a new client? Increase your income? Most freelance writers approach this wrong. This is exactly how I do it.

SEO Writing Is Ruining Creativity (and Performing Worse Than Ever)
SEO content is the death of the internet. It’s also robbing writers of their creativity. Here’s how to get yours back.
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