SEO Writer: One Freelance Writer's Success Story

Today’s update is on SEO Mary, which I’ve been promising practically all week. I’ve been so busy lately that I didn’t even query Mary. Sweet soul that she is, I think she’s come to feel some responsibility to readers of her foray into SEO writing, so she took it upon herself to email me.

Even though I would have gotten around to it eventually, I’m glad she took the step. FYI, this is officially Part VII of this series. Read it from the beginning here.

Series Note: I had put an official end to this series at Part V. Obviously, it’s gone past that and may go a few more. I’ll always have a post on my blog when I’m going to post an update to the series.

Mary Lands a Client Who LOVES Her Work -- She writes:

Good afternoon, Yuwanda. I've been wanting to e-mail you with an update, but wanted to wait until I had definitive news -- and now I have it! Things are progressing well. I have a client who LOVES my work. I've written seven articles for him so far, and he's hoping to give me more soon. I know I should be marketing more but I'm going to be absolutely swamped with work over the next few weeks, because....

(Read the rest here)

Have a good weekend everybody. I'm feeling a little under the weather, so am knocking off early today to get some rest. Don't forget -- job leads are below.

Yuwanda Black, Publisher
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Today’s Freelance Writing Jobs / SEO Writing Jobs
Note about job listings: I list positions that offer immediate work – and future work. Keeping your pipeline full requires taking a long-range approach and thinking out of the box (eg, sending in your credentials to FT postings). That's why explanations may be given w/some listings.

Freelance Sports Writer ($30 per 500-word article)

Clean your Colon While Making Some Green ($100 per submission; an unusual freelance writing opportunity)

Know IT Security? (new writers encouraged to apply)

Editor for Attorney Newsletter (looking for someone to develop an ongoing relationship with. This is a gret way to build your portfolio and really take over a targeted, profitable niche (legal))

Editor: Pharmaceutical Agency (I happen to know from recruiting for these types of positions that those who have AMA experience (especially if they worked for an ad agency) are almost always in demand. Even though this is a FT position, if you have AMA exp, send in your freelance profile b/c ad agencies almost always use freelancers -- and they pay darn well too!)

Classified Ad Gunslinger (love that headline!). $1 per headline accepted. Hundreds available.

Copy Writer

How to Hire Experienced SEO Writers: Learn from One Freelancer's Unfortunate Experience

This week, I’m doing a Mail Bag Roundup, so to speak. As I mentioned in yesterday’s post, I’ve gotten quite a bit of mail this week that I thought I’d answer here. That way, everyone can benefit from it.

In contrast to yesterday’s newbie query, today’s question is from a reader who’s a “victim” of her own SEO writing success. But, if you ever find yourself in this situation, it can be downright frustrating, to say the least.

Here’s what she wrote to me. Today’s post is a long one, but a chance to learn a ton. So, here goes . . . (read the rest here).

TOMORROW’S POST: I’m going to update you on SEO Mary, who’s flying pretty high these days – and none too soon. I’m so sleepy right now, I’m trying to decide whether to just take a quick nap, or soldier on through and get my workout in . . . Oh, don’t forget to see job leads below.

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Spotlight on Multiple Streams of Income for Freelance Writers: An interview with multi-talented freelancer Shel Horowitz. Shel shares tips on how to market your freelance writing services on a shoe-string budget (he's written five books on grassroots marketing); how he created multiple streams of income (writing, speaking, consulting) and more. Subscribe to read this, and all previous, issues.
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Today’s Freelance Writing Jobs / SEO Writing Jobs
Note about job listings: I list positions that offer immediate work – and future work. Keeping your pipeline full requires taking a long-range approach and thinking out of the box (eg, sending in your credentials to FT postings). That's why explanations may be given w/some listings.

$100 Per Article: Magazine Seeking Writers

HR Blogger/Writer Wanted

Freelance Writer for Love Advice Website

$1/Word: Freelance Food Writer (Boston area)

Excellent freelance editing opportunity for college students

Freelance Writers for Internet Startup ($200-$400 for 400-1,000 word articles)

Freelance Writing Jobs from the Public Request Section of Constant-Content.com (read more about this here).

Need Articles Fast
Description: I need 5 - 400 to 500 word articles that relate to the following subjects: People Search Background Checks Criminal Checks ID Monitors Phone Number Lookups Articles can be tips or advice on how to perform each of these on the internet. Top ten ways to find the above mentioned phrases and will consider other creative and unique ideas for article
Price: $40-50
Article amount: 5
Content length: 400 to 500
Subjects: People Search Background Checks Criminal Checks ID Monitors Phone Number Lookups
Notes: The quicker you can get them to me the quicker I can get money in your pocket. Speed is required with this product and a quick turn around time for all 5 articles is expected. Must be unique articles.

Title: 5 Articles Required
Description: Im looking for 5 articles on the computer related topic of device drivers. Must be original, non plagerised content.
Price: $10-20
Article amount: 5
Content length: 400-500
Subjects: device drivers
Notes: email for more details

Title: South Carolina
Description: "Where To - How To" articles, specific to South Carolina, and the everyday hunter/fisherman.
Price: $10-20
Article amount: 20
Content length: 750
Subjects: 1. Saltwater Fishing in South Carolina 2. Hunting in South Carolina
Notes: Please keep articles short and to the point.

Title: Berlin
Description: We need articles about Berlin, Articles under 700 words will not be considered. Max price we offer for FULL RIGHTS We\'d rather buy full rights then unique or usage.
Price: $30-40
Article amount: 6
Content length: 1000
Subjects: Hotels and hotel reviews Shopping Areas & neigbhorhoods ( Berlin Mitte, Kreuzberg, Friedrichshain, Prenzlauer Berg, etc. etc. ) Restaurants & restaurant reviews
Notes: Be creative :) Thank you!

Guidelines for Building a Freelance Writing Portfolio by Blogging

As many of you know, I contribute to AssociatedContent a lot. One of my subscribers over there asked an interesting question that I answered in my regular Wednesday post at BloggingTips.com.

He, in essence, wanted to know how to build his freelance writing resume by blogging. Even though he's a newbie to freelance writing, I felt compelled to answer because: (i) well, he asked; and (ii) as I say in today's post, I think many of us who have much more experience are hesitant to answer these types of posts in detail because we get them all the time and seem to answer them in 100 different ways.

Knowing What NOT to Do Is as Important -- Or More -- Than Knowing What to Do

But, as this had to do with blogging in particular, which is a relatively new medium (compared to say newsletters or article marketing), I thought it deserved and in-depth post (if for no other reason than to tell him what NOT to do). You can read the full missive here.

Don't forget to read the comment (the first one as of this writing). It's quite illuminating I thought. I have personal experience with this and have been thinking about doing a post on it for a minute now. In due time . . . in due time.

TOMORROW'S POST: We'll turn the tables and I'll answer a question sent in by an SEO writer who is kind of a victim of her own success. Don't forget to check out the freelance job listings below.

Stay tuned!
Yuwanda Black, Publisher
http://inkwelleditorial.com/
http://inkwelleditorial.blogspot.com/
http://seo-article-writer.com/
http://seo-articles-for-sale.com/
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P.S: Notice how a lot of writing jobs now have "SEO" requirements? Learn how to make at least $250/day writing simple 500-word SEO articles? Read how here.
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Previous Issue. Spotlight on How to Make Money Online: An interview with internet marketer Pat B. Doyle. Pat shares tips on how to make passive income online via affiliate marketing; some common mistakes online entrepreneurs make; and some free and low-cost methods to make money online. There's more also. Subscribe to read this, and all previous, issues.

Current Issue. Spotlight on Multiple Streams of Income for Freelance Writers: An interview with multi-talented freelancer Shel Horowitz. Shel shares tips on how to market your freelance writing services on a shoe-string budget (he's written five books on grassroots marketing); how he created multiple streams of income (writing, speaking, consulting) and more. Subscribe to read this, and all previous, issues.
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Today’s Freelance Writing Jobs / SEO Writing Jobs
Note about job listings: I list positions that offer immediate work – and future work. Keeping your pipeline full requires taking a long-range approach and thinking out of the box (eg, sending in your credentials to FT postings). That's why explanations may be given w/some listings.

Funny Writers Wanted

Freelance Copy Editor/Proofreader

Legal Writer, Editor, Copy Editor (If you have legal experience, even though this is a FT position, it's an excellent one to apply to for freelance work b/c it's a niche that not many have experience in)

Multiple Freelance Writers Needed

Freelance Writer Needed for “Parenting & Pregnancy” related Blog

Newsletter Writer

Guide/Researcher/Writer

NYC Real Estate Blogger (another one along these lines is here)

Content Copywriter Wanted (lots of content for lots of sites! This means ongong work, so apply!)

Freelance Writing Jobs from the Public Request Section of Constant-Content.com (read more about this here).

Title: Mortgage Newsletter (This is my niche, if I have time, I'm goiong to apply to this myself!)
Description: This is an article for a lead-driven mortgage site. The focus on the recent FED rate decrease and what it means to the avg consumer? Also, the article should inform the potential new homeowners as they explore the housing market. The main focus should be driving refinance mortgage quote requests though.
Price: $50-100
Article amount: 1
Content length: 300-600
Subjects: Real Estate, Mortgages, Refinance, Loans, FED Cuts
Notes: Needed by 3/28/08

Title: Cheap Cell Phone Faceplates
Description: Info.com, a company that produces informational niche web sites, is currently putting together a site about cell phone accessories. We’re seeking copy for a topic on this site, “cheap cell phone faceplates.” This topic includes six pages (which need to be about 500 words each). Here are the pages we need: 1. Cheap cell phone faceplates landing page (an introduction and overview of the following pages). Keywords: Cheap cell phone faceplates, cell phone faceplate, Motorola faceplates, cell phone faceplates 2. Motorola faceplates Keywords: cheap cell phone faceplates, Motorola faceplates, cell phone faceplates, Motorola cell phone accessory 3. Nokia faceplates Keywords: cheap cell phone faceplates, nokia faceplates, cell phone faceplates, nokia accessories, Nokia cell phone accessory 4. Nextel faceplates Keywords: Nextel faceplates, cheap cell phone faceplates, cell phone faceplates, cell phone faceplate 5. Kyocera faceplates Keywords: Kyocera faceplates, cheap cell phone faceplates, cell phone faceplates, Kyocera cell phone accessory 6. Samsung faceplates Keywords: Samsung faceplates, cheap cell phone faceplates, cell phone faceplates, Samsung cell phone accessory This assignment has several SEO requirements. Incorporate the keywords (listed beneath the pages in order of value) into your copy. The first page (or landing page) requires two or three engaging introductory paragraphs, followed by introductions and short summaries of the pages the reader will find under this topic (Motorola faceplates, Nokia faceplates, etc.) Prompt the reader to stay on the site for more information. Subsequent pages should be around 500 words each. Break up your paragraphs, so the reader does not get overwhelmed by copy. Keep your writing straightforward and geared toward the contemporary North American consumer.
Price: $20-30
Article amount: 6
Content length: 500
Subjects: -Cheap Cell Phone faceplates -Motorola faceplates -Nokia faceplates -Nextel faceplates -Kyocera faceplates -Samsung faceplates
Notes: -Info.com uses AP Style. -Not every page needs to be exactly 500 words. -For SEO purposes, keywords (even those that are misspelled) need to appear in your copy exactly as they are written. -Writers whose samples are well-written, require minimal edits, and contain an authoritative but lively voice will be contacted for ongoing work. -We will need full rights to any articles we purchase, and they cannot contain material that has existed in any other form in another publication.

Title: Bluetooth
Description: Info.com, a company that produces informational niche web sites, is currently putting together a site about cell phone accessories. We’re seeking copy for one of the site’s topics, “Bluetooth.” This topic includes four pages (which need to be about 500 words each). Here are the pages we need: 1. Bluetooth landing page (an introduction and overview of the following pages). Keywords: Bluetooth, cell phone accessory, Bluetooth headset, Bluetooth headsets, Bluetooth wireless, Bluetooth technology 2. Bluetooth headsets Keywords: Bluetooth, Bluetooth headset, Bluetooth headsets, cell phone accessory. Bluetooth wireless, Bluetooth technology 3. Bluetooth cell phones Keywords: Bluetooth, Bluetooth phones, Bluetooth wireless, Bluetooth technology, Bluetooth cell phones 4. Bluetooth adapters Keywords: Bluetooth, Bluetooth adapters, Bluetooth adapter, Bluetooth wireless, cell phone accessory, Bluetooth cell phones. This assignment has several SEO requirements. Incorporate the keywords (listed beneath the pages in order of SEO value) into your copy. The first page (or landing page) requires two or three engaging introductory paragraphs, followed by introductions and short summaries of the pages the reader will find under this topic (Bluetooth headsets, Bluetooth cell phones, etc.) Prompt the reader to stay on the site for more information. Subsequent pages should be around 500 words each. Break up your text into manageable paragraphs, so the reader does not get overwhelmed by copy. Keep your writing straightforward and geared toward the contemporary North American consumer.
Price: $20-30
Article amount: 4
Content length: 500
Subjects: - Bluetooth landing page - Bluetooth headsets - Bluetooth cell phones - Bluetooth adapters
Notes: -Info.com uses AP Style. -Not every page needs to be exactly 500 words. -For SEO purposes, keywords (even those that are misspelled) need to appear in your copy exactly as they are written. -Writers whose samples are well written, require minimal edits, and contain an authoritative but lively voice will be contacted for ongoing work. -We will need full rights to any articles we purchase, and they cannot contain material that has existed in any other form in another publication.

How to Create an SEO Writing Niche: Question from a Reader

This week, I’ve received a few interesting inquiries from readers of this blog, so thought I’d answer them here the rest of the week, sharing feedback with all.

One freelancer has a question that would be of particular interest to beginners, while the other is wrestling with the dragon of success. Yet another has a blogging question, which I’ll cover tomorrow in my BloggingTips.com post.

Today’s Question from a Reader

QUESTION: Hi, Yuwanda: I recently purchased your E-book on SEO writing and I want to get started as an SEO writer. I have no professional writing experience or writing samples so I decided to go the the GAF (GetaFreelancer.com) website. I figured I might be able to gain some experience and write some material that I could use for samples.

One of the ads for a re-write included an actual article that they wanted re-written and submitted as a sample. The gentlemen contacted me, and said that my re-write was very good. I used that as a sample in a couple of other ads, one of whom also contacted me. So I’ve now written a few articles for $2 apiece and not making any money, but I’m learning a lot of things that I can use later when I’m ready to start marketing myself. I’m kind of stuck on creating a niche for myself.

My career has been primarily in accounting and purchasing, and I also have some non-professional experience with investing. I figured maybe if I marketed myself as a finance and investment expert. I’m not sure if purchasing for a government facility would have any marketability or not….do you have any ideas?? Also, where is the best place to find companies for a contact list? Do you just do searches on the internet for SEO companies?
Thanks, BL
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ANSWER: Basically, this reader’s question has to do with defining a niche for herself.

I say go with what you know and/or feel comfortable with. So, BL, as you have experience in accounting and purchasing, and you feel comfortable covering investment topics, I see two strong markets here: accounting and investing. I would focus my marketing efforts on these, which happen to be in higher-paying niches.

Marketing Plan I Propose for BL

First, even though these two categories could be married, I would separate them. You’ll get more work that way. Now, as for your marketing plan, if I were you, I’d do the following:

1) Put up a simple website with three to five article samples under each category. My professional profile page can be found here. SEO Mary followed it and she’s now doing great (I’ll update you on her Friday). Notice how the samples are listed under categories.

Even if you don’t have previously published samples, as I tell you in the ebook, simply create them. Write 3-5, 400-600 word articles and use them as samples.

2) Create Service Offerings: Which services do you want to provide? SEO articles, press releases, blog posts, forum posting, etc. Again, feel free to copy my page if you want – I don’t mind.

3) Create a Pricing Structure: Decide what you want to charge. And, remember, in the beginning, you’re probably going to be spending an hour to an hour and a half on your articles.

Once you get the hang of it, you should be able to cut that time in half, at least. So, if you work full time, create a structure you can live with. Because let me tell you, if you luck up and get a 20, 30 or 40 article order (as I did last week), it’s no fun sitting there doing them for $$5-$10 a piece. I wouldn’t even think about going below $15. I charge $25 for basic articles. I charge up to $50 or more for more technical research-intensive topics.

If you decide to go with accounting and investing, you should get $25 pretty easily. Whatever your pricing structure, set one you can live with for a year or so. That way, you can get some experience under your belt and then raise rates accordingly. Clients don’t like it when you raise rates too quickly, or too often.

4) Create a Basic Email Query: Use an email similar to the one I outline in the ebook. I wouldn’t spend any money in offline advertising, as you allude to in your question. SEO is Search Engine Optimization, an online marketing technique. So do Google searches. Use the technique I outline in the ebook. That should net you all the prospects – and clients – you will ever need.

I haven’t spent a cent on offline marketing to get my SEO clients. It’s all been done online. I outline a complete marketing plan in the ebook, the exact one I followed. That’s truly all I did, no more, no less. Do the same.

5) Stay Away from Sites Like GAF: Don’t do one more article for peanuts. I’m glad you got your feet wet, but please stay away from sites like that. You don’t have to have SEO writing experience to get started in this business. I didn’t even know what it was when I started, and was able to make almost 2K my first month alone once I figured out things like keyword density.
SEO MARY Update Coming on Friday!

I hope this answers your question. Give me an update, a la SEO Mary. Don’t forget, I’m going to update you on her on Friday. She’s doing terrific, I’m excited to report. And, not a minute too soon – as you’ll learn on Friday.

I had a monster project to get off my desk today, so no time to snoop for freelance writing jobs leads. I’ll have some leads for you tomorrow. I’m off to the track (marathon training season is in full swing!)

Tomorrow's Post: A newbie writes in about how to build his freelance credentials via blogging -- should he, how, guest posts -- I'll cover it all.

Yuwanda Black, Publisher
http://inkwelleditorial.com/
http://inkwelleditorial.blogspot.com/
http://seo-article-writer.com/
http://seo-articles-for-sale.com/
How to Start a Successful Freelance Writing Career Newsletter
P.S: Want to learn how to make at least $250/day writing simple 500-word SEO articles? Read how here.
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Current Issue. Spotlight on Multiple Streams of Income for Freelance Writers: An interview with multi-talented freelancer Shel Horowitz. Shel shares tips on how to market your freelance writing services on a shoe-string budget (he's written five books on grassroots marketing); how he created multiple streams of income (writing, speaking, consulting) and more. Subscribe to read this, and all previous, issues.
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The Quickest Way to Start a Profitable Freelance Writing Career

I wanted to entitle this post, The Power of One. But, as you have the best chance of someone reading your post when they know what it’s all about, that didn’t make any sense.

So, this post is about the quickest way to build a profitable freelance writing career, but let me tell you how it materialized. Read the entire post here.

Hope everybody had a nice Easter and don’t forget to check out today’s freelance writing job leads below,
Yuwanda Black, Publisher
http://inkwelleditorial.com/
http://inkwelleditorial.blogspot.com/
http://seo-article-writer.com/
http://seo-articles-for-sale.com/
How to Start a Successful Freelance Writing Career Newsletter
P.S: Want to learn how to make at least $250/day writing simple 500-word SEO articles? Read how here.
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Previous Issue. Spotlight on How to Make Money Online: An interview with internet marketer Pat B. Doyle. Pat shares tips on how to make passive income online via affiliate marketing; some common mistakes online entrepreneurs make; and some free and low-cost methods to make money online. There's more also. Subscribe to read this, and all previous, issues.

Current Issue. Spotlight on Multiple Streams of Income for Freelance Writers: An interview with multi-talented freelancer Shel Horowitz. Shel shares tips on how to market your freelance writing services on a shoe-string budget (he's written five books on grassroots marketing); how he created multiple streams of income (writing, speaking, consulting) and more. Subscribe to read this, and all previous, issues.
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Today’s Freelance Writing Jobs / SEO Writing Jobs
Note about job listings: I list positions that offer immediate work – and future work. Keeping your pipeline full requires taking a long-range approach and thinking out of the box (eg, sending in your credentials to FT postings). That's why explanations may be given w/some listings.

Freelance Writers, Editors, Artists: Make a Quick $75 if You Live in NYC

Video Game Reviewer/Blogger: $10/Post

Associate writer for non-fiction books and book proposals

SEO Copywriter and Press Release Writer (Great way to get your foot in the door, especially if you have some good writing samples to pass along. If not, create 3-5 and APPLY!)

Article Writer

Travel Writers - Experienced or Aspiring Needed

PT Writer/Copywriter

PT Writer/Copywriter (If you’re a proposal writer looking for ongoing work, this is a good one to get your resume on file with. Even if you don’t land this gig, they have ongoing work and you can continue to check in with them – at some point, they’re going to need your services.)

Freelance Writer Needed for our "eco-friendly" blog

Commercial Real Estate Marketing Director (Even though this is a FT position, these are the types of jobs I apply for b/c it’s a marketing position. This means they have ongoing content needs. I have a background in RE, so it’s a natural fit if they use freelancers (most do)).

Freelance Writing Jobs from the Public Request Section of Constant-Content.com (read more about this here).

Title: Autism.com
Description: I am looking for a summary and critique of the website autism.com
Price: $100-150
Article amount: 1
Content length: 1,250
Subjects: I am looking for a summary and critique of the website autism.com
Notes: Primarily focus under the topics \"help for new parents\" and \"Triggers\" for the critique section.

Title: Webkinz Toy Craze
Description: Webkinz are stuffed animal toys for kids, its a recent craze and includes an online virtual world. I need a general article about this new toy. personal experience and information is welcome.
Price: $20-30
Article amount: 1
Content length: 600
Notes: The article must include these keywords: webkinz codes webkinz secret codes webkinz cheats new webkinz webkinz recipes webkinz secret recipes webkinz panda webkinz polar bear

Title: Writers Needed: Online Articles for Ministerial Magazine for Women
Description: CALLED Magazine, the premier lifestyle publication for female pastors & women in ministry, is seeking articles for the phase 2 launch of www.calledmagazine.com. Please only post excerpts from actual articles that you would like to be considered. Approximately 40 pieces will be purchased within the next few weeks. All pieces must fit neatly into one of our editorial sections, be Biblically inspired, and be relevant to female pastors & women in ministry. Please visit www.calledmagazine.com for more information about CALLED and our editorial sections. Simply click on the \"Editorial\" link located at the top of the page.
Price: $30-40
Article amount: 40
Content length: negoitable
Subjects: Editorial Sections & Word Count HER ANOINTING — profiles a female pastor whose journey, challenges, and successes serve as a source of inspiration and insight for other female pastors. Editorial submissions should be 1500-2000 words in length, and be written in an interview format. Photos must accompany submissions. EVERYDAY MINISTRY— provides female pastors with “how to” information that assists them in ministering to their flock. Editorial themes cover a broad range of topics such as Biblical counseling; ministering to men; developing, appointing, and supporting church leadership; overcoming social stigmas associated with being a female pastor; handling church conflicts; and choosing a spiritual covering. Editorial submissions should be 500-750 words in length. FASHION — CALLED readers are fashionable. Our magazine is laced with the latest fashion designs, and offers tips on making affordable and trendy purchases. Fashion editorials offer suggestions on clothing, shoes, and accessories. Editorial submissions should be 300-500 words in length. Photos must accompany submissions. Pictures can be color or B/W, print, or in digital form. MARRIAGE — CALLED provides female pastors with expert advice that enables them to establish and maintain successful marriages. Featured articles answer vital questions pertaining to: balancing the roles of wife and pastor; honoring husbands as the head of a “female-pastor household”; defining the role of a “first gentleman”; and growing in Godly verbal and sexual intimacy. Editorial submissions should be 500-750 words in length. HEALTH — helps readers minimize stress and maximize physical well-being. Editorial submissions should be 500 words in length. CHURCH FINANCES — assists female pastors in effectively raising church revenue, and enables them to be wise stewards and investors of their church’s financial resources. Editorial submissions should be 500 words in length. CHURCH MARKETING — Effective marketing is essential to growing a church, and positioning it as a community resource. This editorial profiles innovative marketing advice that assists readers in reaching their organizational goals. Editorial submissions should be 500 words in length. SPIRIT & SOUL — ministers to the “simply human” side of female pastors by speaking to their insecurities, fears, emotions, dreams, and ambitions. These articles reflect the heart of ministry—ministering to the minister. Editorial submissions should be 500-750 words in length. START-UPS — New churches face unique milestones that require special counsel. CALLED provides this support. Our articles cover every nuance affiliated with start-up churches—from complying with the IRS—to writing a ministerial mission and ordering church furniture. Editorial submissions should be 500 words in length. BEAUTY — covers the latest beauty treatments and products that maximize healthy skin, hair, and nails. Editorial submissions should be 300 words in length. REPLENISH — Every female pastor needs to be replenished. This section of the magazine features “simple-getaways” that allow readers to rejuvenate themselves. Features may provide innovative ways of escaping on little or no budget, or profile recommended spas, resorts, and other “getaway” ideas. Editorial submissions should be 500 words in length. HOME & FAMILY — assists female pastors in being effective and compassionate women of their homes and families. Articles address creative ways of parenting and managing the responsibilities of their home-life, while serving as powerful visionaries for their churches. Editorial submissions should be 500 words in length. LEADING SINGLE — There are unique challenges and joys that are exclusive to single, female pastors. CALLED empowers readers to maximize the joys, as well as overcome the ministerial and personal challenges. Editorials vacillate in style. Sometimes they are uplifting—yet at other times, they are instructional, testimonial, and occasionally humorous. Editorial submissions should be 500 words in length. ON THE ROAD — Many pastors operate in other ministerial offices that require them to occasionally be on the road. This section of the magazine assists readers in tackling these multiple responsibilities, simplifying the traveling experience, and overseeing the everyday ministry of their church when they are on the road. Editorial submissions should be 500 words in length.
Notes: Visit www.calledmagazine.com for more information.

3 Reasons to Write for Low-Paying Online Sites

I contribute to AssociatedContent.com (AC) and eHow on a pretty regular basis; I’ve posted a couple of articles to Helium.

Regular readers of my blog and newsletter may wonder why I contribute to low-paying online sites like this when I earn more from my SEO and other freelance writing gigs. Well, there are three reasons. One was sitting in my inbox when I logged on this morning. It's what prompted this post. Read the rest here.

FYI, the latest edition of Inkwell Editorial's newsletter was published yesterday. What's inside? An interview with Author, Copywriter and Consultant Shel Horowitz.

Shel shares tips on how to market you freelance writing services on a shoe-string budget (he's written five books grassroots marketing); how he created multiple streams of income (writing, speaking, consulting) and more.

There is also a rundown of my $2K plus week (types of projects, what they consisted of and more). There's also a special offer just for newsletter subscribers. So subscribe to read this, and all previous, issues.

Don't forget to check out today's freelance job leads below.

Editorially yours,
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TODAY’S FREELANCE WRITING JOBS

Seeking Business/Money Writers

Freelance Proofreader for Long-Term Assignment!

Non-Profit Group Grant Writer Needed!

Health/fitness/green blogger for GreenDaily.com

Online Marketing & Content Associate (lots of content means a need for freelancers – apply)

Freelance, Health Copy Editor

Guidespot.com Hiring a Creative and Local Writing Maven

Technical Writer Position (Even if you are not a technical writer, but know a lot about technology, eg, hardware/software design, platforms, software functionality, start applying for these types of gigs. This field is going to be hot into the next millennium – don’t let lack of “writing samples” keep you from applying).

Seeking Funny, Suave Sophisticated Writer to write “Pickup Lines” Content

Massive website content writing job available (I’ve written for this industry. It is very specific, but can be done with a bit of research online. Bid accordingly if you decide to go after this job because it ain’t “easy, breezy” writing, especially if you’re not familiar with the industry)

Freelance Travel Writers

Sr. Writer (A good one to get your credentials on file with b/c they have a huge content need and probably use freelancers to help)

New Newsletter, Blogging Tips, Freelance Writing Jobs & More!

Today's post can be found at BloggingTips.com. Lately, the presidential race has had me in a boil (from Obama's speech to Rev Wright's YouTube video to the remark made by Geraldine Ferraro) .

I've wanted to go "off topic" on this blog, since it's my personal space, so to speak. But then I remembered, it's not appropriate here. So, I thought, when is it appropriate to go off topic on your blog? Is it ever appropriate? Read Should You Go “Off Topic” On Your Blog? here.

And, I did find an outlet for my political rant. You can read that here if you're interested (otherwise, I was gonna bust something!). Don't forget to check out the job listings below.

FYI, the latest edition of Inkwell Editorial's newsletter was published today. What's inside?

An interview with Author, Copywriter and Consultant Shel Horowitz. Shel shares tips on how to market you freelance writing services on a shoe-string budget (he's written five books grassroots marketing); how he created multiple streams of income (writing, speaking, consulting) and more.

There are brand new freelance job listings and a rundown of my $2K plus week (types of projects, what they consisted of and more). There's also a special offer just for newsletter subscribers. So subscribe to read this, and all previous, issues.

Hope everyone had a good Wednesday. Half the week is over!
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Today's Freelance Writing Jobs / SEO Writing Jobs

Freelance Academic or Business Researcher/Writer -- Description: Are you an Academic or Business researcher/writer with extensive experience in Human Resources and/or Training and Development? Can you deliver 100% original content? Can you guarantee that your content will pass Copyscape and other content filters?

We are seeking an experienced researcher/writer to produce a 130 page book, Guide to Training and Retaining Employees with ADHD. Extensive experience in Human Resources and/or Training and Development is preferred. Candidates must be able to conduct research on effective strategies for retaining employees and ADHD to provide guidelines for Human Resource and Training and Development professionals. Knowledge of the language used by Human Resources and Training and Development professionals is essential.

Role and Responsibilities: Conduct research to on the following important topics: Review the literature on Adult ADHD; Review the literature on effective strategies for training adults with ADHD; Review the literature to determine the how American corporations can profit by retaining employees with ADHD; Review the literature on effective strategies for retaining adults with ADHD; Interview adults with ADHD who are surviving in the Workplace; Interview Psychologists who work with adults who have ADHD; and Interview Human Resource Professionals whose goal it is to support and retain employees with ADHD.

Produce a detailed outline for the content of the book: Conceptualize and write 100% original content for a broad audience; that is guaranteed to pass Copyscape and other content filters.

Qualifications: Bachelors degree required, Human Resources related degree preferred; A minimum or five years experience in Human Resources or Training and Development; A minimum of five years writing experience, preferably covering Human; Resources and/or Training and Development topics; Outstanding writing, editing, and grammar skills, with a commitment to accuracy; tone, and consistency in language that is familiar to Human Resource and Training and Development professionals; Strong research skills; Strong interviewing skills and the ability to elicit key information are essential; Strong editing, proofreading, and writing skills; Solid understanding of the fundamentals and ethics of writing; Strong understanding of AP style; Attention to detail.

Prefer an ability to frame retaining employees with ADHD under the lens of retaining all employees to create a highly productive organization; adaptability and flexibility.

To Apply: Interested candidates should email all of the following materials: CV or Resume Cover Letter; Five writing samples that represents your ability to convey concepts to Human Resource Professionals; Applications without writing samples will not be considered. E-mail your submission to iamtiredofthis1@verizon.net.

Content Writer: Good one to get your credentials on file with; they may call months later in a pinch.

Business Writer: A couple of months ago, I landed a news writing gig by sending in my credentials to an ad just like this.

Marketing Staff Writer: Whenever I see an ad like this I salivate b/c they have so much going on, that there’s going to come a time when they need freelancers. So apply!)

PT Freelance Copywriter

Marketing Writer/Editor

Managing Editor: Another good one to get your credentials on file with b/c they have so much going on.

Blogger for Mens Buyers Guide

Copywriter: Even though this is with an agency, it’s always good to have your credentials on file with a few (5 to 10). When a recruiter is looking for talent in a hurry, trust me, they call the ones they have on file.

Freelance Writing Jobs from the Public Request Section of Constant-Content.com (Read more about this here.

Title: The New World of the Video DJ
Description: Need an article for a Houston area DJ service specializing in Video DJ\'ing. The article should stress the importance of a DJ with the right equipment and not someone with simply a DVD player and video projector. The new era of Video DJ\'ing is sure to bring new life into the world of the disc jockey. You can use www.scratchlive.net and www.virtualDJ.com as references for top quality software supporting Video.
Price: $10-20
Article amount: 1
Content length: 300-400
Subjects: Video Disc Jockey, Advanced video software capable of manipulating video in real-time much like current audio MP3 based systems, quality equipment (from the projector, to the screens, to the software, and finally the sound system), legal music sources (like www.promoonly.com). The article should also entice the reader to think about what their next event (ie wedding, party, or corporate event) might be like with a Video DJ.
Notes: The article will be promoting the use of Video by a Houston area DJ service. For more information visit http://www.retrodjtogo.com/

Title: How to Throw the Ultimate DISCO Party
Description: I need an article that will serve as a how to for throwing an incredible disco party. The article should stress the importance of the DJ as this is for a disc jockey company in Houston, Texas who specializes in classic 70\'s and 80\'s parties.
Price: $10-20
Article amount: 1
Content length: 200-300
Subjects: Disc Jockey, Disco, Saturday Night Fever, Disco Ball, 70\'s Party, Soul Train, Lighted Dance Floors, disco music, disco theme party
Notes: Again the article should stress the importance of getting the right DJ for the event and that playing disco music on your IPOD is not enough!

Earn $63,000 to $125,000/Yr Writing Articles: It's so possible & here's how

I recently started writing for eHow.com. It’s a community site similar to AssociatedContent.com, another site I also contribute to. I like writing for both sites, because they each offer something unique.

Earn $63,000 to $125,000/year writing simple articles

And yeah, I know $15 per article is peanuts for some, but when you consider that you can write about basically anything you want and that it takes anywhere from 15 to 30 minutes to write an article, that works out to $30 to $60/hour. OR, looked at another way, earning almost $63K to $125K/year writing simple articles. I’ll take it every time.

So, how did I happen upon this gig? How did I get continuous work? How did I make $300 in one day writing for this site? Read on for it all! But first, don't forget to check out the freelance writing jobs below.

Here's to a productive Tuesday every body!

Yuwanda Black, Publisher

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http://seo-articles-for-sale.com/

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Today's Freelance Writing Jobs

Website Content Writers Needed

Answer Questions for Cash ($50 bucks per question): Has anyone heard of this stie before? Would love to hear some feedback (eg, is it for real, or a scam. Proceed cautiously. It’s a shame, but as freelance writers, we really have to be so careful these days.)

Persuasive Writer Needed

“Green” Freelance Writer

Freelance Writer

Blogger Wanted : Great pay with Residuals

Technical Staff Writer (gosh I wish I was a tech writer; there is always a need for these (hint, hint!)

Blog Editor

Radio Copywriter

Romance Novels Wanted ($200 if manuscript accepted; 5% of successive sales).

Entertainment Site Needs Content ($25-$25/hour)

Freelance Writer

FT Television Writing Gig in NYC (Hey, ya never know!)

My #1 Tip for Getting More Done During the Day as a Freelance Writer

Last week was hell week. In last Wednesday's post, I likened it to finals week during college.

Because I had such a hellish week last week, which continued through today, I created a series of Quick Tips for Freelance Writers for the week. Well, here's one more, and it's something I'm going to start doing on a regular basis because it works so well.

Today's Freelance Writing Quick Tip

Usually, the first thing I do when I log on to work is check email. I've trained myself to be pretty disciplined, but it can still get me off track some mornings, depending on what's waiting for me in my inbox.

I've stopped doing that. Instead, I get right down to work -- writing that is. Whether it's updating my blog, knocking out a few articles for clients or working on my ebooks, I write a little before opening the email bandit.

How to Get Through Chunks of Work & Feel Accomplished for the Rest of the Day

I've found that I get absorbed in what I'm doing and usually am able to get through a chunk of work -- which makes me feel immediately as if I've made a dent in my workload for the day. Sometimes I'll spend a half hour writing, or it may even stretch to two hours. But I usually finish a project, or a part of a project, before checking email.

In the short time I've been doing this, I've noticed that I'm not missing as much as I think I'm missing by not checking email first. I was in the workforce before email became the norm, so I remember what it was like to go to work and, well . . . get down to work. There was no checking email or other various online accounts first.

What this has taught me is (i) you're not missing as much as you think you're missing (you've only been trained to think so); and (ii) marrying old ways of working with new technology can create a perfect balance.

Try it, and let me know how it works for you.

Yuwanda Black, Publisher
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Today’s Freelance Writing Jobs / SEO Writing Jobs
Note about job listings: All of today's freelance writing job leads come from the Public Request Section of Constant-Content.com (Read more about this here).

Title: Photography Articles
Description: I need a series of articles about different types of photography. I need full rights and to be the exclusive buyer (e.g. if someone else buys a usage licence first I will have to pass). I have indicated a $50-$100 price range but only because the request form wouldn\'t let me be more broad - I\'ll also consider cheaper and more expensive articles. Articles can include general information, history, techniques, common equipment, etc. I will consider buying supporting photos/illustrations as well (especially if they are quite unique), but generally I prefer to spend my money on words rather than images.
Price: $50-100
Article amount: 20 - 40
Content length: Preferably 500+, but fewer is okay in some cases.
Subjects: First of all, I DON'T need these topics: Aerial Black & White Kirlian Pinhole Stereoscopic These are some examples of topics I do need, but I'm open to others as well: Astrophotography Commercial & Advertising Digiscoping Documentary Event Forensic Infrared Large Format Macro Medical Microscopic Modeling (i.e. for 3D) Nature Night Panoramic Paranormal Satellite / Spacecraft Scientific Sports Stock photography Travel Ultraviolet Underwater Urban, Industrial Time-lapse
Notes: I tend to like articles that get to the point quickly (I'm not a fan of waffly introductions). I will be much more likely to purchase if I can preview at least 75% of the article. If this goes well I will be in the market for more photography articles, especially tutorials, tips, etc. I am also considering hiring a photography blog writer.

Title: MS Exchange
Description: Need article that is SEO optimized that gives an overview of MS Exchange Messaging platform, Its key features and Why its a good choice for small and mid sized businesses to integrate into their already windows environment. The advantages of hooking Exchange to the domain and single sign on for network resources and communications. The article must be technical enough that a web visitor can read and understand the concepts, but yet feel that they need to hire and engage a company like ours to do the implementation with a call to action to pick up the phone and call us or to click the click2call button to allow us to call them back. The article must also discuss the pros and cons of using exchange
Price: $150-250
Article amount: 1
Content length: 1500 or more
Subjects: Small Business Communications and Collaboration with MS Exchange
Notes: Article must be very to the point and not filled with fluff. We are looking for a direct approach to educating and enticing the visitor to engage. time is obviously money when it comes to retaining a web visitor. So can't stress enough about to the point and detailed enough to build creditability. As with all content requested. must be unique and for our exclusive use and ownership.

Title: Retail Router of Professional Grade Linux Router
Description: We are looking for an Article that will discuss the pros and cons of retail routers like the linksys, netgear and so forth over a linux based router supplied by our company. The article must discuss that advantages and disadvantages of buying a OTC (over the counter) firewall from circuit city, best buy... etc.. and the advantages and disadvantages of a Linux firewall supplied by our company. As with all the articles we request. We are looking for the article to be technical enough to build our creditability without loosing the web visitor. The article must also speak of why it is important for a business to have a CISCO grade firewall at price that is in between retails OTC firewall and Cisco. Must focus article on our firewall features: flexibility, expandability, Security and monitoring. HARDWARE FEATURE are as follows: Up to 4 NIC (LAN, WAN, DMZ and Wireless) more available for custom applications. Runs off a 2GB Flash Card, so easy upgrades from our company and easy restores in the event of failure.Low watt power supply. 1u rack mount chassis or desktop cube appliance. FIREWALL FEATUREs are as follows: Static Routes, Firewall rules for each interface, Inbound and Outbound NAT rules, Inbound One2One IP NAT, Inbound Server NAT, or can be used in combination. QoS for traffic shaping and prioritizing, Aliases for ease of management of groups of equipment. SERVICE FEATUREs are as follows: DNS Forwarding, Dynamic DNS, DHCP Server, DHCP relay, SNMP, Proxy ARP, Captive Portal, Wake on LAN. VPN FEATUREs are as follows: IPsec, PPTP. ROUTER/FIREWALL MANAGEMENT FEATUREs are as follows: System status, Interface Status, Traffic Graphs for all Interfaces, Wireless management. DIAGNOSTIC FEATUREs are as follows: Logs, DHCP Lease management, IPsec Management, Ping / Trace route for each interface, ARP Table, Firewall State, Backup and Restore Configuration, Reboot and Restore to Factory Defaults. I\'m out of breath now.. as you can see a lot to write about.. the focus is our hardware firewall. .Static Routes stats, VPN, DHCP, Captive Portal, QoS, NAT, One2One IP Mapping, Server IP Mapping, Logging locally or to a network Logging server, Secure web based access from LAN, WAN or DMZ. Wireless capable (Optional Extra) so that you have one device that handles everything. No moving components and build on solid state technology to extend life of appliance. Comes in a 1U rack mount form factor or a cube box for desktop mount.
Price: $150-250
Article amount: 1
Content length: 2000 or more
Subjects: Professional Firewall or Retail Fluffwall.
Notes: As with all articles that we request. This article must be detailed, to the point, engaging for the visitor to read and follow a call to action prompt. Article is for outright ownership with exclusive rights to do as we please with no redistribution by the anybody other than us.

Title: Case Study - Hotel Client
Description: I am looking for someone with case study writing experience to write a case study on one of our clients. The case study as with any will discuss the problem, the solution and the result as well as an overview of the client and why they chose our company over another. The details of the case study are too much to write down.. it is easier said then done.. however here is a brief overview: Our client had management and functional challenges in their org. They were conducting business the old fashioned way which required more manpower and cost more money. the net result was that they were bleeding to failure. We engaged with them, Identified the problems and proposed solutions that the company agreed to. We did what we said we would and at less than the original quote we had estimated. The client was no longer bleeding and we took them from spending over a Million a year to Less than $300,000 per year with up front setup costs of $50,000 invested in new technology. The long and short of this case study is that we are not just another computer consulting company that fixes technical issues, but are savvy enough and experienced to identify business failures as a result of improper use of technology.
Price: $100-150
Article amount: 1
Content length: 2000 or more
Subjects: Anyone can fix a computer or install a printer, we plan, design and impement technology solutions that will improve your bottom line.
Notes: Unique and captivating story telling is what we looking for. Exclusive use content with full ownership. Must hit pain points of potential reader to allow them to relate to their own problems, sparking a need to pick up the phone to see how we can help them. MSUT BE SEO driven.. Do a good job on this one and expect more Case studies.

Title: Installing, Configuring and Securing Windows 2003 Server
Description: Looking for 3 comprehensive articles on how to (1)install, (2)configure and (3)secure a windows 2003 server for use in a domain in a business setting. The purpose of the article is to provide reader with just enough information (short of doing an actual install =])to lend creditability to who we are as a company and entice them to engage by calling or clicking on an click2call link on our web site. The article must be optimized for SEO usage.
Price: $150-250
Article amount: 3
Content length: 1500 or more
Subjects: Subject #1 Why Have Win2K3 Installed Professionally over DIY Subject #2 Business Impact of a Poorly configured server Subject #3 Business Impact of an Insecure Server.
Notes: Subject #1 - Will discuss why it is important to have windows server installed professionally over doing it your self. The article to discuss basic installation step without giving away all the info to turn potential DIY client into a client because the article describes the overall install procedure but leads the reader into believing that they will be over their head, which is a waste of their time and money when the should be doing business functions. Subject #2 - Will discuss the overview of how to configure a server and once again give the reader the impression that they not only will be over their heads, but also their efforts may be the beginning of an ongoing support nightmare and the high cost of supporting a poorly configured server Subject #3 - Security. Security. Security. This article to cover Server hardware security, Server Security at OS level and Server security from outside threats. Once again overview on how to secure without giving away the fort. Lead reader to reconsider DIY and reach for the Phone or our Click 2 Call button. As with all three articles... They must be technical... I am looking for Unique content with outright ownership to do as I please... A well done job will lead to more articles...
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Current Issue. Spotlight on How to Make Money Online: An interview with internet marketer Pat B. Doyle. Pat shares tips on how to make passive income online via affiliate marketing; some common mistakes online entrepreneurs make; and some free and low-cost methods to make money online. There's more also. Subscribe to read this, and all previous, issues.
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5 Rules to Adhere to When Approaching Others to Write for Your Blog

I have a regular blogging gig over at BloggingTips.com. Since I’ve been writing for that site, I’ve received a few offers to blog for other sites. That’s what prompted this post. Before I detail this post though, I interrupt this missive to make an announcement . . . drum roll . . . this blog’s accompanying site received an award . . .

InkwellEditorial.com is one of The Top 100 Freelancer Blogs. We’re listed as #13, and although the list doesn’t assign value on placement, I believe in cosmic forces working for you. My lucky number is 13 (my birthday is February 13th; because I entered the world on the 13th day, I’ve always thought of it as a lucky number).

FYI, the 40 Days to a Successful Freelance Writing Career series mentioned in our listing starts here.

Today's Quick Tip for Freelance Writers

Tres cool . . . now back to the aforementioned post, 5 Rules to Adhere to When Approaching Others to Write for Your Blog.

Now that blogging is becoming more mainstream, it seems that everyone has a blog and the need for bloggers is growing by leaps and bounds. But, like most things in freelance writing, not everyone wants to pay. And, the opportunities are cloaked in phrases like “guest blogging” (which can be great given certain factors) and the over-used word, exposure, which has become synonymous with “no pay.”

As someone who’s been approached, I outlined what I think is an ideal approach, whether you’re offering a paid opportunity, or not. Read the entire post here. Enjoy, send in your feedback and be sure to check out today’s freelance job listings below.

Best,
Yuwanda Black, Publisher
http://inkwelleditorial.com/
http://inkwelleditorial.blogspot.com/
http://seo-article-writer.com/
http://seo-articles-for-sale.com/
How to Start a Successful Freelance Writing Career Newsletter
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Today’s Freelance Writing Jobs / SEO Writing Jobs

Writer

SEO Article Writer (Caution: I usually don’t like to list jobs from bid sites, but I did so here b/c they have lots of jobs and if you can land one client from them and work out a decent rate for ongoing work, then it will be worth it. Keep in mind though, it may take you a while to land a client b/c there are so many who will work for pennies.).

Article Writer – Mortgage Articles (Proceed with same caution listed just above).

Article Writer (Need 10 Articles)

Forum Poster

Newsletter Writer

Daily Blog & Forum Poster

Home Remodeling Article Writer

Bilingual Spanish Copwyriter

Copywriter (good one to send your freelance credentials in to, especially if you have a portfolio)

Blog Writer

Online Editors

Freelance Writing Jobs from the Public Request Section of Constant-Content.com (Read more about this here)

Title: For Previous English Scholars/Teachers - Macbeth
Description: I would like an article created which will contain links and descriptions to all the best resources online for Macbeth. Please reply to this request for more info! Please state your qualifications/previous experience.
Price: $50-100
Article amount: 1
Content length: 1000
Subjects: English Literature
Notes: Please reply to my request for more information before you start writing! If you produce an article of the highest quality then I would wish to form a longer term relationship :)

Title: Barcelona & Vienna
Description: We need articles about Berlin & Vienna, Articles below 700 words will be rejected. Max price we offer for full rights is 50 $
Price: $40-50
Article amount: 6
Content length: 800-1000
Subjects: Travel articles about Barcelona and Vienna. Example of topics : Travel information Museums & Attractions Hotel reviews/information Tours & Sightseeing History
Notes: Hope to get some nice articles, be creative ! Thank you in advance for your time!
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My #1 Tip for Creating Better Content

Today’s quick tip will be truly quick, unlike yesterday’s. It is inspired by a post on Skelliewag.org, a great blog by the way.

Today's Freelance Writing Quick Tip

Skellie advises to write in advance, that way you can give more thought to each post, say exactly what you mean to say, avoid being rushed and come up with better ideas. I took this to heart and applied it almost right away.

When I looked at my calendar this week, I knew I wouldn’t be able to write full-fledged posts. What I did though was write out a week’s worth of ideas to post on each day – calling them “Quick Tips for Freelance Writers.” While I didn’t write the actual post, I did write the idea down and do the behind-the-scenes research I wanted to reference in each post (eg, link to a post on another blog).

This has saved me precious time this week, as I usually spend anywhere from 30 minutes to two hours on each post. Read Skellie's post here.

Happy hump day everybody (Do freelancers have hump days? Hmmmmm . . .),
Yuwanda Black, Publisher
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Today’s Freelance Writing Jobs / SEO Writing Jobs
Note about job listings: I list positions that offer immediate work – and future work. Keeping your pipeline full requires taking a long-range approach and thinking out of the box (eg, sending in your credentials to FT postings). That's why explanations may be given w/some listings.

Freelance Editor

Freelance Copywriter for e-greetings cards

Part-Time Online Editor

Writer/Fundraiser (if you have this type of experience, send in your resume for freelance work; they’ll undoubtedly need you at some point)

Content Writer (if they need unique content on a regular basis, they have a need for freelancers – apply!)
Direct Marketing Copywriter

Article Writing & Re-Writing (Caution: I usually don’t like to list jobs from bid sites, but I did so here b/c they have lots of jobs and if you can land one client from them and work out a decent rate for ongoing work, then it will be worth it. Keep in mind though, it may take you a while to land a client b/c there are so many who will work for pennies. I refuse to list jobs from Elance and GetaFreelancer though; the pay on those sites is just ridiculous in my opinion).

Forum Posting (IMHO, the next hot thing in online writing. Similar to blog posting, only in forums. If you land the right gig, can be great filler income.)

SEO Forum Posting

Teen Writers (15-20 yrs old)

Freelance Writing Jobs from the Public Request Section of Constant-Content.com (Read more about this here)

No jobs from CC today.
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Read Freelance Success Stories! There are freelancers who make very good livings at what they love. Inkwell Editorial's newsletter features these successful professionals who put to rest the phrase, "starving freelancer." Subscribe to read this, and all previous, issues.

Previous Issue: Interview with author and freelance writer Misti Sandefur. Also, info on 4 quick, simple things I do on a daily basis to increase traffic to my website and blog (and you can too!); how I made $4,000 in 30-days from one client -- and a whole lot more!

Current Issue. Spotlight on How to Make Money Online: An interview with internet marketer Pat B. Doyle. Pat shares tips on how to make passive income online via affiliate marketing; some common mistakes online entrepreneurs make; and some free and low-cost methods to make money online. There's more also. Subscribe to read this, and all previous, issues.
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Get Specifc to Get More Freelance Writing Work

You’re going to have to bear with me to get to today’s freelance writing tip of the day, but it’s worth it, I swear!

Eat, Pray, Love for More Freelance Writing Work!

Right now, I’m reading Eat, Pray, Love. You Oprah fans know the book I’m referring to. It’s a New York Times best seller that’s basically about one woman’s journey of self-discovery that began with her desire NOT to have a child. When I first heard of it, I thought, great, another middle-class suburban woman who has it made complaining about life.

As a side note, I have very little patience for what we in America term “suffering.” Maybe it’s because I’m black and grew up poor, but I don’t believe most of us in the country come close to knowing what suffering is. Our suffering is due to our lack of keeping up with the Joneses.

Soldiers on the front line suffer, children who got to sleep with distended bellies from hunger suffer. Most of us don’t suffer. But, I digress.

My fiancé bought me the book and as I began to read it, I could have pooped myself from the shame of prejudging. How enlightening. So, you may be thinking, what the heck does this have to do with the topic of this post – finding freelance work quickly? Hold your horses, I’m getting there!

At one point in the book, the main character is in an ashram in India praying and meditating. She recounts why it’s important to be specific when you pray. Now, not to get all religious, but the point of her story is, if you can’t get specific about your needs, then how do you expect the universe (God) to grant them to you? Of course, God knows what you want, but He wants to know if you know what you want. Powerful stuff, huh?

Freelance Writing Quick Tip of the Day

So, my Freelance Writing Quick Tip for today is to get specific about what you want from your freelance writing career. Instead of saying, "I want to make enough to quit my job," or "I want a “successful” freelance career", quantify that.

For example, by the end of April, I will land my first client who will give me a project worth at least $200. By the end of 2008, I will be juggling 5-10 projects a week and making at least $200/day. I will quit my job by March 30, 2009. My monthly income will be $4,000-$5,000 month. State your intent as fact, not as "I'm going to be . . . "

When you get very, very specific about your needs, it clues the universe in that you’re serious about your intent. When you get serious, you put some thought into it (and therein lies the specificity). Then, the universe gets serious about giving you what you want.

Now, that doesn’t mean that you’ll get exactly what you want; but you are guaranteed to get what you need. And the funny thing is, what you need is often soooo much better than what you thought you wanted.

How Getting Specific in the Last Week Is Getting Me Out of Credit Card Debt – for Good!

I started doing this about a week ago. I’ve had a few credit cards with balances that I want to pay off. But, I haven't been too specific about when, ie, "I'll do it by the end of the year." While that's a target goal, it's not a specific goal. Now that it's specific, I'm paying attention to how I spend chunks of my time--how I market, to whom, charging what, doing what kind of work, etc.

When I read this passage about a week and a half ago, I assigned a payoff date to all of my debt – even my mortgage. And voila, this week, a boatload of work has been dumped in my lap which will allow me to make some real headway.

Since I read this passage in the book (it’s on page 177 if you have a copy of the book and aren’t there yet) I’ve been moving through every day with a more defined purpose. My thinking is, “Holy moly, this new age crap really works!” Seriously though, I know it’s because when you focus, you take steps to make things happen instead of letting things happen to you.

Now, that’s my final word on this “not so quick freelance writing” tip of the day. Check out the jobs below, and get busy moving purposefully through each day.

New Freelance Writing Ebooks on the Way!

Don’t forget, I will be releasing two new ebooks within the next couple of weeks -- How to Find Unpublished Freelance Writing Jobs and How to Start a Popular, Profitable Freelance Writing Blog. View all of Inkwell Editorial’s current titles on freelance writing here.

Purposefully yours,
Yuwanda Black, Publisher
http://inkwelleditorial.com/
http://inkwelleditorial.blogspot.com/
http://seo-article-writer.com/
http://seo-articles-for-sale.com/
How to Start a Successful Freelance Writing Career Newsletter
P.S: Want to learn how to make at least $250/day writing simple 500-word articles? Read how here.
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Today’s Freelance Writing Jobs / SEO Writing Jobs
Note about job listings: I list positions that offer immediate work – and future work. Keeping your pipeline full requires taking a long-range approach and thinking out of the box (eg, sending in your credentials to FT postings). That's why explanations may be given w/some listings.

Inkwell Editorial Freelance SEO Article Writer: I need two SEO articles written. Keyword phrase: "Completion fluids". Read more about that here. 5oo words each. $25 per article. Deadline: Thursday at Noon. I pay via PayPal upon completion of the assignment. You can write anything you want on the subject, but the articles must have a keyword density of between 3-5% for the keyword phrase.

To apply, send a link to your online writing profile to Info[at]Inkwell Editorial.com. Put "Completion Fluids Writer" in the subject line. Please note: Due to the volume of email I usually get when I send out a job announcement, I will only respond to the writer I'm interested in working with. All other inquiries will be kept on file for future consideration. Thank you in advance for your consideration.

Freelance Writer Editor

Web Content Providers

Legal Info for Consumer Site Needs Writers

Freelance Writer

Freelance Writer

Web Content Assistant (good one to have your resume on file with)

Web Content Writer (good one to get your credentials on file with)

Freelance Writing Jobs from the Public Request Section of Constant-Content.com (Read more about this here)

Title: Yorkshire Dales Accommodation
Description: The types of holiday accommodation available to choose from in the Yorkshire Dales area of Northern England.
Price: $10-20
Article amount: 1
Content length: 300
Subjects: Yorkshire Dales Accommodation Yorkshire Dales Hotel Yorkshire Dales Cottage Yorkshire Dales Camping Sites Yorkshire Dales Caravan Sites Yorkshire Dales Pubs & Inns Notes: Informal style, singular and plural use of the subjects can be used.

Title: Dubai Real Estate Articles
Description: I need a number of articles for a real estate website which markets luxury new construction homes and commercial developments in Dubai to international buyers. I request only full right usage of these articles. In the near future I will also need articles for blog updates with content rich information that is useful to perspective international buyers of property in Dubai. So there will be the opportunity for alot of writing here.
Price: $20-30
Article amount: 10
Content length: 400-600
Subjects: freehold property in dubai, corporate tax and income tax in dubai, living in dubai, obtaining work or residential visas in dubai, benefits of owning property in dubai, financing a home in dubai, dubai islands, dubailand, investing in dubai, dubai megaprojects and much more will be needed.
Notes: I am open to other ideas and content that would provide valuable information to international perspective buyers of real estate in Dubai, in particular the target markets of North America, the UK and Australia (basically the predominantly english speaking countries.

Title: Fibromyalgia, chronic fatigues, pain-unknown cause, Multiple Sclerosis
Description: Medically oriented articles, fact based, and personal stories, experiences, accounts AP style professional format
Price: $40-50
Article amount: 5-6
Content length: 400-600
Subjects: Fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, pain-unknown cause, Multiple Sclerosis Women\'s History month(March 2008)
Notes: Authors/Articles that meet qualifying criteria may be utilized monthly, long-term opportunities. Prices paid for ownership of article/posting. No other usage or sale.

Title: Web Project Manager - Paul Rozario
Description: - A description of the seder meal, at Passover, - An intro that ties it into upcoming Easter - The significance of each food item in the seder meal, what the prayers mean, etc. - the historical significance of seder
Price: $30-40
Article amount: 1
Content length: 500-600
Subjects: - A description of the seder meal, at Passover, - An intro that ties it into upcoming Easter - The significance of each food item in the seder meal, what the prayers mean, etc. - the historical significance of seder
Notes: I need this by Thursday Mar 13, 2008 at the latest