How to Create Writing Samples as a New Freelance Writer

When you contact a potential client, one of the first things they will ask to see is some of your writing samples.

Freelance Writing TIpsJamie JohnsonMarch 8, 2021Freelance writing, Freelance blogging, Freelance writing website, Freelance writing tools, freelance writing samples

4 Reasons You're Not Making More Money Freelance Writing

It’s not actually that difficult to make money as a freelance writer.

MindsetJamie JohnsonJanuary 6, 2021Freelance writing, Freelance writing lessons, Freelance writing excuses, Tough love, Freelance blogging, Make more money

7 Ways to Feel Confident About Your Writing (Even if You’re Brand New!)

I like to say that I’ve been a writer my entire life, but the truth is, I didn’t start writing professionally until three and a half years ago.

MindsetJamie JohnsonMay 6, 2020writing, Freelance writing, Freelance writing lessons, Freelance blogging, Freelance writing mistakes

7 Mistakes That Hold You Back as a Freelance Writer

Becoming a freelance writer is different for everyone, but there is one universal truth -- you can expect to make a LOT of mistakes.

MindsetJamie JohnsonApril 29, 2020Freelance writing, Freelance writing lessons, Freelance writing mistakes, Freelance blogger, Freelance blogging, Upwork, Facebook groups

How to Find Recurring Work as a Freelance Writer

Whether you just started freelancing or you’ve been at it for awhile, I’m guessing you want to know how you can find better-paying clients and make more money. One of the easiest ways to do this is by finding recurring work.

Freelance Writing TIpsJamie JohnsonApril 23, 2020Freelance writing, Recurring work, Make more money, Freelance blogging, Freelance writing lessons

How to Plan for a Successful Week as a Freelance Writer

If you want to be a successful freelancer, then you’re going to have to get really good at managing your time. You can make an amazing living as a freelance writer, but only if you actually do the work.

Time ManagementJamie JohnsonApril 15, 2020Freelance writing lessons, Freelance writing, Productivity, Freelance blogging, Freelance blogger

Why Now is the Perfect Time to Become a Freelance Writer

I frequently receive emails from new freelance writers looking for advice on how to start their business and find their first few clients. And the other day, someone asked a question that caught me off-guard.

Freelance Writing TIpsJamie JohnsonMarch 23, 2020Coronavirus, COVID-19, Freelance writing, Freelance blogging, Freelance writing lessons

How to Make Your Freelance Writing Proposal Stand Out

When I first started freelance writing in 2016, I remember how intimidating it was to send proposals to potential clients. How would I be able to compete with freelancers that had years of experience?

Freelance Writing TIpsJamie JohnsonMarch 18, 2020Freelance writing, Freelance blogging, freelance writing samples, freelance writing proposals, Upwork

5 Surprising Lessons I Learned About Productivity

Ever since I was a kid, I loved the idea of working from home as a writer. I always thought it would be my dream job because I could do work I found fulfilling while still hanging out in my pajamas.

Time ManagementJamie JohnsonFebruary 19, 2020Productivity, Freelance writing lessons, Freelance writing, Freelance blogging, Freelance writing excuses