As a freelance writer, I am sure you have come across job adverts for an SEO expert or for writing blog posts that are SEO optimized. When I first started out on my freelance writing journey I had no idea what SEO was. I found after quite some time that I was doing myself, and…
When I first started out as a freelance writer, I had NO idea what I was doing. I just knew that I wanted to be a WAHM, have a passion for writing and thought why not!? Here are 10 simple yet powerful steps to help you launch a successful (and well organized) freelance writing career!…
Some people have an idyllic impression about what a freelance WAHM is all about. Some people believe it is easy work, staying in your pyjamas until lunchtime with your children playing nicely whilst you tap away at your computer. Or drinking coffee whilst working at a café. The reality is far from this. Or atleast…
Are you struggling to get back into the groove of work after the holidays? Has your morning cup of coffee turned into an hour-long procrastination session instead of productive work? We have all been there! After a few days, weeks or even a month off for holidays it is so hard to find your motivation…
We are there! We made it to the end of “The 12 Rules of Freelance Writing”. And I have saved the most important for last! BE PROUD OF WHAT YOU DO! You know what, there is no sugar coating it. Being a WAHM is hard. Being a parent is hard full stop, without working whether…
Step right up and learn all about boundaries in Rule Eleven of “The 12 Rules of Freelance Writing” Series. We are so close to the finish line! Boundaries are not just for cheeky toddlers! They are for work-at-home-mums’ and dads too. Working from home means we have to be extra mindful that our home and…
Whew! We are so close, can you see the finish line? Rule 10 in “The 12 rules of Freelance Writing” series is all about setting (and achieving) goals. Setting goals and knowing your WHY is so important as a freelance writer and a work-at-home-mum. Why? Because these things help motivate, inspire and drive you forward.…
We are almost there. Here is the ninth rule in “The 12 Rules of Freelance Writing“. What a journey so far. Today we are going to learn all about WHY we need to know a potential client, and how we do that. One absolutely critical element as a freelance writer is to understand your client,…
Roll up, roll up for Rule 8 in “The 12 Rules of Freelance Writing” series. Today is all about SEO, and why it is important that freelance writers should embrace SEO focused writing! If, like me, you just jumped straight into the world of freelance writing without any research or knowledge of what exactly it…
Welcome to Rule 7 in “The 12 Rules of Freelance Writing” series. Today is all about writing contracts. The what, why and how to protect yourself and your client. Please note that I am not a lawyer, so for professional legal advice you should see a lawyer. Why do you need a writers contract as…
