As you may know, the main reason we launched the Drinking Coffee With Writers series is so that our community would have a chance to share their stories. Whether they light you up with inspiration or make you think “Wow, I totally know what they’re going through!”, relating to another writer’s journey is a powerful way to stay motivated and feel unified with your peers. We love that this week’s featured writer, Rinu Ogundeji, founder…
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Drinking Coffee With Writers: Kaitlyn Parker, Creative Brand Copywriter
Kaitlyn Parker, founder of Copy Uncorked, didn’t know she was going to become a copywriter—she almost fell into it, which should be a major relief to those who think it’s impossible to claw your way into a copywriting career… *ahem* Believe in yourself, dang it! *ahem* Anyway! Once she found her footing, she learned how to turn a new passion into a thriving copywriting business. When it comes to freelance writing, multi-passionate writers who have…
Drinking Coffee With Writers: Taylor Marsden, Website Copywriter
Full-time remote freelance copywriter Taylor Marsden has been a business owner for ten years… but she still struggles to keep it all together sometimes! In this week’s DCWW interview, she gets candid about the challenges (and benefits) of being a self-made freelance writer. Grab yourself a coffee and prepare to get inspired. Freelance Writing Cafe: What was the #1 reason you decided to start freelancing? Taylor Marsden: To work with a variety of different types…
Drinking Coffee With Writers: Gabi Bellairs-Lombard, Creative Content Writer
Welcome to another installment of the Drinking Coffee With Writers series! We’re featuring writers from our community who have insight to share on their unique freelance journeys. Today we’re chatting with Gabi Bellairs-Lombard, a creative content writer based in the KwaZulu-Natal midlands in South Africa. Gabi is the founder of Let’s Do This Write, where she offers a variety of creative content services. While she hasn’t quite settled on her niche yet, she’s investigating some options in…
The Freelance Writer’s Guide To Staying Calm & Productive During Crisis
If you’re feeling panicked as a freelance writer, you’re not alone. These resources can help you stay productive and calm during the COVID-19 outbreak and any future crises we face as a community.