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Published: February 11, 2024
Read Time: 8 minutes

The internet lied to you, fellow freelancer.

Everyone made it seem like freelance writing meant writing thought-provoking articles in trendy coffee shops around the world, sipping double espressos, and watching dollars fill your bank account.

Instead, you’re up to your eyeballs in a mountain of admin tasks, […]

Published: January 19, 2024
Read Time: 8 minutes

Are you a beginner writer trying to find a profitable freelance writing niche but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’re a generalist freelance writer looking to position yourself as an expert in a specific niche so you can finally land some high-paying writing gigs. Regardless of where you’re at, […]

Published: January 3, 2024
Read Time: 6 minutes

Hustle culture is bullshit. The key to productivity isn’t slaving away and putting in 12+ hour work days at the expense of your health and happiness. The key to sustainable productivity is effectively managing your time and energy. I emphasize energy because it determines your productivity and […]

Published: December 26, 2023
Read Time: 5 minutes

When I first got into freelance writing 3 years ago, I was clueless about finding online writing jobs. Especially ones that would pay well. I thought all you had to do was peruse job boards, slap together a resume and portfolio, ship it off to clients, and wait for the work (and money) to start rolling in […]

Published: December 18, 2023
Read Time: 4 minutes

I’m 30,000 feet in the air as I write this. It’s 2:13 AM. I know there’s no chance I’ll sleep tonight. My son is asleep beside me, sprawled across the window and middle seat, using my only sweater as a blanket. In the row ahead, my daughter and wife are splayed across each other, snoozing away […]

Published: December 11, 2023
Read Time: 10 minutes

So, you want to start writing online. And you have some questions. Such as: Can you make money writing online? Is freelance writing a sustainable career choice? Can you start a freelance writing career with no experience? The answer to all of the above is yes—if you’re the right type of person. […]