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Freelance Writing Cafe

Launch & grow your freelance writing career... even if you don't have experience!

BRB!

We’re making a few—okay, a lot of—tweaks to FWC.

We’ll be back soon with fresh coffee brewin’!

Meanwhile, come hang out with fellow freelance writers in the FB group.

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It's the first day of spring! 🌷 Here are 3 ways

It's the first day of spring! 🌷 Here are 3 ways to hit refresh on your writing career.

1️⃣ Audit your offerings
Trying to market everything from email blasts to white paper writing? Try narrowing down to a few premium services. This is a great way to build a strong, niched-down portfolio that makes you an easy "yes" for your ideal client.

2️⃣ Clarify your ideal client
Feeling "off" about one (or more) of your clients these days? Shed any working relationships that aren't working. If you're held in place by a contract, mark the break-up date on the calendar and start looking for leads that feel more aligned while you finish up that project.

3️⃣ Spruce up your space
Don't underestimate the power of a clean desk, fresh air, and your favorite writing tunes. Spend a day making a spring playlist, deep-cleaning your workspace, and maybe even buying a cheery spring candle or two. It can make a big difference!

What's your favorite way to celebrate spring?
🌷💐🌼🌸

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We love our clients, obviously! But even high-vibe

We love our clients, obviously! But even high-vibe collaborations have those moments... 😅 Here's to resisting passive-aggressive emails, even when you're burnt out at the end of a long week.

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Unsure which domain to use for your freelance writ

Unsure which domain to use for your freelance writing website? Here are 3 approaches to consider:

🖥️✨ Use your name
Naming your website domain after yourself (or your DBA) can help build recognition, especially if you have a memorable name.

🖥️✨ Use your business name
Using your business name (ie: Good Copy LLC) allows you to separate yourself from your freelance writing identity.

🖥️✨ Use your niche
Using your niche allows your target client to find you easily in search (and this builds up SEO cred over time).

Did you use one of these strategies? Something else? Share your freelance writing website in the comments! 👇

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Lowballing clients got you down? Good news! You ch

Lowballing clients got you down? Good news! You choose who to work with—and who to politely bid adieu to. Cut them loose* to make room for high-quality collaborations.

* Be sure to honor any contractual obligations (and consider them lessons for the next project).

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Not sure what to say when a client is pressing you

Not sure what to say when a client is pressing you for a call (when you specifically didn't agree to random calls)? Save this post for some quick response ideas.

☎️ I'm not available right now. Please use my calendar link to book a call: (link)

☎️ Calls should be scheduled in advance. Feel free to review our contract for a refresher on terms.

☎️ Hi! Can you put the information in an email? Otherwise, I'm available to speak at (date/time).

☎️ To ensure the highest quality of work, all calls need to be scheduled. Thanks!

Some of these only work if you have a "no random calls" clause in your contract, so make sure you're addressing that in advance.

Why does this matter? 🤔 If your client thinks they can ping you any time of day, your focus could be interrupted at any moment. They might not realize how detrimental this can be because they're eager to share an idea or piece of feedback.

If you're like many freelancers, you'll want to protect your deep focus time and workflow, moving calls to specific windows. Remember: Your client is not your boss!

Also! If you DO have the time and you don't mind hopping on a call, go for it! You're free to design your days and your work sessions. Just know that you might be exhibiting your availability in a certain way.

What do you say to a client when they request something that's against your terms?

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