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Need Motivation? Get Inspired by These Freelance Writing Women

March 9, 2022 · In: Freelance Writing Community

The celebration continues! If you’re looking for some freelance writing motivation this week, you’re in the right place. Last month, in anticipation of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, we decided to ask some of the freelance writing women in our own community and peer communities to share their experiences. Today we continue sharing their stories. Scroll for inspiration.

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Chloé Skye: Sustainability and Education Writer

How did you get started with freelancing?

I founded Chlohemian Copy in 2018 to provide down-to-earth content marketing services – in short, helpful communications, humorous copy, and human content that hits the spot for sustainable eCommerce, education, and SaaS brands. From NYC, I’ve lived in Israel, Czech Republic and now Denmark. My travel and culture blog Chlohemian garnered 71,000+ views across 160 posts over 6 years. I’m a contributing writer to Earth911, TriplePundit, Expats.cz, and Standart Magazine (coffee print mag), with additional bylines in The FBomb, Freelancer’s Union, and Kafkadesk.

What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned as a freelancer thus far?

To advocate for myself. I’m a sole proprietor and if I don’t speak up for myself – when setting prices and time expectations, when dealing with scope creep, or facing imposter syndrome – no one else will. This takes time, and in my experience, is learned from and emboldened by having a larger writing community (I’m a big fan of Facebook groups for writers).

I remember seeing a meme that joked about how if organic raspberries have the audacity to ask $6/lb, why shouldn’t freelancers also demand their value? That really spoke to me!

What advice would you give to new freelance writers?

To have patience with themselves and to take it one day at a time, don’t try to do everything at once. When freelancing isn’t fun, you have the power to take the break or vacation you need. We only do this because we want to, not because we have to!

Burnout is real, even when freelancing is your dream, and you have the ability to shape your business (services, industries, hours, and more) the way you want it. Furthermore, don’t chain yourself to your computer.

Connect with Chloé: 

chlohemian.com

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Joycelyn Ghansah: Healthcare and Nonprofit Copywriter

How did you get started with freelancing?

I’m a healthcare and nonprofit copywriter who fell into freelance when I accidentally asked to shadow a nonprofit e-commerce retailer. Seven years later, I’m creating community toolkits, writing pieces on healthcare recruitment, women in art, and trying not to spend too much time on canva. My greatest accomplishment is interviewing experts in the health field about Covid, racism in healthcare, and the importance of unionizing. Plus, writing a column on historical women for Herstry Magazine.

What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned as a freelancer thus far?

To know my worth.

What advice would you give to new freelance writers?

Keep your receipts and surround yourself with community and support. I wouldn’t be where I am without other freelancers.

Connect with Joycelyn:  

joy-the-writer.mailchimpsites.com

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Meg Stewart: Freelance Writer & Coach

How did you get started with freelancing?

I’ve been freelance writing for nearly two decades, I started on ODesk in 2003 (which is now UpWork). I now teach freelancing, blogging, SEO, and coach other writers on how to get paid more for their writing. I specialize in working with freelance writers, those who want to self-publish, and those who struggle with the technology needed to do business online.

What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned as a freelancer thus far?

Setting an income goal and shifting your mindset from employee to business owner are the keys to putting the freedom into freelance writing!

What advice would you give to new freelance writers?

Approach new clients with the mindset of a business owner rather than as an employee. This gives you the ability to set your rates, set your schedule and your own deadlines, and do only the work you choose to do.

Connect with Meg:  

solutionsbystewart.com

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Bronwyn Tagg: Freelance Marketer

How did you get started with freelancing?

I’ve been freelancing for three years now, initially as something I could do to fill my time around my uni degree in Sports Business Management. Now my freelancing is more than a side hustle or a small business. It’s one career path door I’ve opened for myself.

I’m extremely proud of all the hard work, rate raises, pitching, and client relationship management that’s got me where I am today. I’ve helped brands grow their social media presence and engagement, develop apricot marketing campaigns, and create both business, marketing and social media strategies to aid business and revenue growth.

What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned as a freelancer thus far?

You put in what you get out, but you should believe that you’re worth that outcome. It does take hard work, refining of processes, and continuously showing up. But if you do that, you’ll slowly build yourself a business, case studies to get more business, and a personal brand that cuts through the noise.

As a freelancer, there’s nothing more important than your personal brand because people work with you to work with YOU.

What advice would you give to new freelance writers?

To anyone just getting started I’d say this: accept that you’ll make mistakes. You’ll forget to make a client sign a contract, you’ll charge rates far too low, you’ll send a rubbish pitch, you’ll forget to ask for a testimonial. But every time you make a mistake, jot it down, then go and adjust your processes to stop that from happening again.

Mistakes are okay, they’re learning curves. But poor processes are just a recipe for losing opportunities, clients, time and money, so get these straight and adapt them whenever necessary.

Connect with Bronwyn:  

Bronwyntagg.co.uk

TW: @bronwyntagg

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Melissa Hobson: Copywriter and PR Consultant for Conservation and Sustainability

How did you get started with freelancing?

I’ve been self-employed full-time for one year now. Before that, I did bits on the side around PAYE jobs for several years. I guess you could say it’s something that’s always had a draw for me. The biggest shake-up for me was when I burned out after a decade in London, quit my job and moved to Mozambique.

I ended up helping an amazing marine conservation charity (Marine Megafauna Foundation) with their comms. This led to me being able to really tie together my passion (scuba diving and the ocean) with my expertise as a writer and PR practitioner. Taking the leap to leave my London life behind and step into the unknown is something I’m really proud of.  Thankfully for me, the risk paid off!

What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned as a freelancer thus far?

Saying no to something that’s not right for you leaves you open to saying yes to something that’s a better fit. When you start out as a freelancer, it can be pretty scary: you suddenly don’t have a set income month to month and still have bills to pay. That can lead you to say yes to everything but saying no is really powerful.

Building up my business enough to turn away clients was a game-changer for me. I turn away clients that aren’t a good fit for my values but, so far, that has always left space for another door to open.

What advice would you give to new freelance writers?

See other freelancers as a great support network rather than your competition. Working for yourself can sometimes be lonely and there’s plenty of work to go around. I have a great network of other freelance writers and marketers working in the sustainability space and I love being able to collaborate, catch up and pass on work.

No one does exactly what you do so don’t be afraid of building relationships with other people in your field. It makes such a difference to be connected with other people that get it – and often there are opportunities to pass each other work when you’re busy.

Connect with Melissa:  

melissahobson.co.uk

TW: @mel_pud

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Stay tuned for more freelance writing wisdom as we celebrate International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month all week long!

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A few questions to ask yourself as we transition into a new month:

☕️ How are you feeling about your goals so far this year? If you're feeling behind or overwhelmed, remember that while we're nearing the end of 2022, it's not over yet!

☕️ On a scale of 1-10, how strongly do you feel that you'll hit your goals this year? What needs to happen in order for you to hit those goals?

☕️ Write down 1 thing you'll take action on for each remaining month of 2022 to finish the year strong.

☕️ Write down 1 thing you'll do each week to ensure you stay on track. This might mean: booking a weekly discovery call, writing a niche-specific blog post, reaching out to past clients, etc.

☕️ It's not all about hustling! How can you take better care of yourself through the end of 2022 so you FEEL good and can show up as your best self in your freelancing career?

Wishing you a productive, healthy November!

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Are we getting desperate? ⚠️ There's a hint o Are we getting desperate? ⚠️

There's a hint of panic in the freelance community re: decreased workloads, low-paying clients, inflation... These fears are valid, but is this energy we can rise up and ✨prosper✨ in?

I won't say it's impossible to build a career out of desperation. That "oh sh*t" moment can lead to extraordinary results. But if you stay in desperate energy, you'll operate from there (which clients see as a red flag).

Like it or not, being an energy match for a client is a big deal. They want focused problem-solvers who can get results. When your stress seeps into your interactions, you could be scaring those high-quality gigs away.

It goes like this...
📌 Freelancer: *Panics about money*
📌 Client: *Senses desperation, doesn't hire them*
📌 Freelancer: *Confirms fears, continues to panic*
(The cycle perpetuates!)

A subtle mindset shift can help:

☕️ Be aware of inner dialogue and how it leads to self-sabotage. Are you sending sob stories with pitches? Alluding to needing money immediately in ANY way? Cutting corners to get paid faster?

☕️ Flip the script. Yesterday's failure doesn't mean today will be the same. Society's panic doesn't mean you need to spiral. This is a new day full of new opportunities, new clients, and new ways to collaborate. 

☕️ A recession means clients are more eager than EVER for ways to reach their own customers... and that's your specialty! This is your time.

☕️ Give yourself a break. If nothing's been going your way, remember: nothing is permanent. Take a day off and ease up on yourself. You can't pour from an empty glass.

Chin up, writers. You won't only "get through this", you'll thrive! ✨

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Why become a freelance writer in 2022? 🤔 ☀️ Why become a freelance writer in 2022? 🤔
☀️ YOU DECIDE THE SCHEDULE. Rather avoid the "Sunday scaries" by taking Mondays off? No prob! Wanna schedule client calls on Wednesdays only? Do it. Prefer to get your work done before 11am? Why not? Craving midday naps? Go for it! 

☀️ YOU DECIDE WHO YOUR CLIENTS ARE. Learning who you work well with is a process—and it usually comes with a few blips along the way—but it's one of the most liberating aspects of freelancing. You have the power to turn down anyone who doesn't fit your ideal (or close to ideal) client avatar.

☀️ YOU DECIDE YOUR RATES. How much are your services worth? You make that decision based on your niche, value, and income goals. That means you decide how much money you're making this week/month/year. That also means you get to tweak your rates until they're working for you.

☀️ YOU DECIDE YOUR RULES. Your policies will shape the way you work. You get to create/change them as your career evolves. Examples? Don't text with clients or accept unplanned calls. Don't do endless revisions. Don't do rush jobs without a rush fee... etc. Your choice.

☀️ YOU DECIDE YOUR LOCATION. I decided to freelance because being in an office was killing my creativity, productivity and nervous system. The freedom to work from a home office or anywhere in the world means I can deliver work I'm proud of and build a career that works FOR my life, not against it.

Can you think of any other reasons being a freelance writer is awesome? Let's hear them! 👇👇

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What keeps you going when freelancing gets tough? What keeps you going when freelancing gets tough? 🪫

So many of us are struggling right now because of the economy's steep fluctuation and clients cutting back on budgets (on top of summer being a dry season for many). 

But we both know you're NOT just going to throw in the towel when faced with a challenge, right? 🤔 You're a problem solver, after all. That's one of the reasons you're such an awesome freelancer. ✌️

The truth is, in any economic situation, regardless of the season or circumstances, there are ALWAYS ways to thrive. 

There are clients who need writers. There are opportunities to uncover. The sheer number of businesses and organizations who need recurring marketing copy and content on a weekly basis is wild (with new ones popping up all the time). Just one example. There's 💵 to be made! 

So while you seek those opportunities out, grow your network, and polish your optimism, here's one more thing you can do to battle the "woe is me" energy that's bringing down your vibe:

✨✨ Remember WHY you started freelancing in the first place!

Remember why it's so important to you. Remember why you're made for this. Remember previous challenges you've overcome because you weren't about to give up on your ultimate goal. 

✈️ For some that's location freedom. 
📋 For some it's schedule freedom. 
💰 For some it's uncapped income. 
💓 For some it's "I'm the boss" energy.

Maybe all of these! Whatever it is for you, call it forth. When you're clear on your goal, your creative problem solving and resourceful nature will shine as a natural result.

And, as always, we are here to help! 🤓 What's one challenge you're facing in your freelance career right now? Any tips for fellow freelancers? 👇👇

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