The 5 Best Freelance Writing Job Boards in 2021 (Freebie Included!)

Many people hold themselves back from giving freelance writing a try because they aren’t sure how to find clients.

Freelance Writing TIpsJamie JohnsonApril 19, 2021Freelance writing, freelance writing jobs, Freelance blogger

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

5 Things to do When You're Frustrated With Freelance Writing

The other day, someone left a comment in a Facebook group I’m active in.

MindsetJamie JohnsonMarch 1, 2021Freelance writing, Freelance writing tips, Freelance writing mistakes, How to become a freelance writer

5 Tips For Managing Your Money as a Freelance Writer

Can I be honest for a minute? I love talking about ways to make more money as a freelance writer.

Freelance Writing TIpsJamie JohnsonMarch 1, 2021Making money, Managing your money, Freelance writing, Taxes

Is Upwork Legit? My Response to the Upwork Haters

Today I want to talk about the global freelancing platform Upwork.com, and why I continue to use it to find new freelance writing jobs.

UpworkJamie JohnsonFebruary 15, 2021Freelance writing, Freelance writing tips, Upwork, Upwork haters

Freelance Writing Tools: 17 Tools to Help You Grow

Being a freelance writer is about more than just writing — you also need to communicate with clients, get paid, and much more.

Freelance Writing TIpsJamie JohnsonFebruary 8, 2021Productivity, Freelance writing, Freelance writing tips, How to become a freelance writer, Freelance writing tools, Tools for freelance writers

6 Ways to Avoid Distractions as a Freelance Writer

For me, fighting distraction is one of the hardest parts about freelance writing

Time ManagementJamie JohnsonFebruary 1, 2021Freelance writing, Freelance writing lessons, Time management for freelancers

How to Land Better Freelance Writing Jobs on Upwork

I’ve been a freelance writer since 2016 and have found many of my clients on Upwork.

UpworkJamie JohnsonJanuary 25, 2021Upwork, Upwork haters, Freelance writing, Freelance writing tips, Client red flags

4 Freelance Writing Tips for New Writers

One of the hardest things about being a freelance writer is figuring out the daily activities that will help you get ahead.

Freelance Writing TIpsJamie JohnsonJanuary 18, 2021Freelance writing tips, Upwork, Networking for freelancers, Social media, LinkedIn, Freelance writing website

3 Steps to Take if You’ve Given Up on Your Freelance Writing Goals

The other day, I received an email from one of my freelance writing course students that made me pause.

MindsetJamie JohnsonJanuary 11, 2021Freelance writing, Freelance writing lessons, Freelance writing mistakes, Mindset

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

2020 Reflections and Lessons Learned

Every year, I’ve read these “end of year recap” posts that other bloggers do and I’ve always wanted to do one myself.

MindsetJamie JohnsonDecember 30, 2020Freelance writing, Freelance writing mistakes, 2020 recap

Make Money With Upwork: How to Get Started

The other day, I saw a Facebook ad that caught my attention. It was about making money as a freelancer and the ad recommended that all freelancers get off Upwork immediately.

UpworkJamie JohnsonNovember 11, 2020Freelance writing, freelance writing jobs, Upwork, Upwork haters, Upwork profile

Networking For Freelancers: How to Make the Most of Freelance Writing Groups

I believe all freelance writers should spend time networking with other writers. And thanks to social media, that’s become easier than ever.

Freelance Writing TIpsJamie JohnsonOctober 22, 2020Networking for freelancers, Freelance writing, Freelance writing lessons, Freelance writing mistakes, Become a faster writer, Facebook groups

How Stay Motivated on Your Freelance Writing Journey

I don’t know about you, but anytime I start something new, I tend to go into it full of excitement.

MindsetJamie JohnsonOctober 12, 2020Freelance writing, Freelance writing lessons, Mindset, Finding your why

Freelance Writing: How to Make Sure You Always Get Paid

For me, one of the most challenging aspects of freelancing is the occasional financial uncertainty.

Freelance Writing TIpsJamie JohnsonOctober 5, 2020Making money, Freelance writing, Freelance writing lessons, Invoicing

How to Create an Upwork Profile That Wins High-Paying Clients

I’m not exaggerating when I say that Upwork changed the trajectory of my life. I know that’s a bold statement, but here me out.

UpworkJamie JohnsonSeptember 22, 2020Upwork, Upwork profile, Freelance writing, freelance writing jobs

Time Management for Freelance Writers: How to Get More Done During the Day

Hands down, time management is one of the hardest parts of being a freelance writer.

Time ManagementJamie JohnsonSeptember 16, 2020Time management for freelancers, Freelance writing, Upwork, Productivity

6 Questions to Figure Out Your Freelance Writing Niche

Taking the leap and starting your freelance writing business isn’t easy.

Freelance Writing TIpsJamie JohnsonSeptember 9, 2020Choosing your niche, freelance writing niche, Freelance writing, Freelance blogger, freelance writing jobs

4 Lessons I Learned After 4 Years of Freelance Writing

In September 2016, I was desperate to find a way to work from home that didn’t involve network marketing or taking surveys online.

MindsetJamie JohnsonSeptember 2, 2020Become a faster writer, Freelance writing, Freelance writing lessons, freelance writing jobs

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