Freelance Writing and Consulting

Looking to go solo? Find out everything you need to know about being a freelancer -- whether it's writing, consulting, or another individual freelance pursuit.
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Here's Why You Might Need a Writing Degree
Freelance Writer Salary
Want to Know How Much I Make as a Freelance Writer?
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What Is a Freelance Writer?
5 Essential Resources for New Freelance Writers
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How to Read Freelance Writing Job Red Flags
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Do You Know the Right Way to Apply for a Freelance Writing Job?
All the Blogging Vocab You'll Ever Need to Know!
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Places to Find Telecommuting Freelance Writing Jobs
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Working as a Freelance Editor: What Kind of Jobs Are Available?
The New York Times Co. Post An 82 Percent Decline In 2nd Quarter Profi
30 New Freelance Jobs for Writers
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Understand Editorial Staff Positions so You Can Pitch the Right Person
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3 Steps to Ghostwriting Work for Cash
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How to Earn a Steady Income With a Retainer Fee
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Here Is a Look at the Difference Between Consulting and Freelancing
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Turn Your Passion into Profit with These Creative Freelance Careers
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How Do I Use My Consulting Strengths and Weaknesses?
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What Is the Best Business Structure for Consultants?
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How to Avoid Common Pro Bono Consulting Traps
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What Are the Best Niche Markets for Consultants?
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Why You Should Consider Getting a Project Management Certificate
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Guide for Setting Up Your First Home Office
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Learn How Creating Spec Work for Real Clients Can Lead to a Real Job
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Best Business Consulting Franchises
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Want To Be a Writer? 20 Writing Majors for College Students
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What You Need to Know About Writing a Freelance Writer Resume
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How to Approach Agencies for Freelance Work
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Here Are Tips on How to Find Writing Jobs NYC and Beyond
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10 Things to Include in Your Freelance Writing Website
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How To Be a Book Reviewer (For Pay!): 6 Easy Steps
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Here Is a List of 25 Different Types of Copy, Biz, and Tech Writing
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Getting Paid to Write Essays and Term Papers
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Learn How to Get Paid to Read, Including Writing Book Reviews and More
Freelance Writer: Write Speeches for Money--How To
Here Is What You Need to Know About How to Become a Speech Writer
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What Is an Op-Ed Article?
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Tips for Writing a Compelling Book Review
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Example of How to Write a Backgrounder
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Write a Solid Profile With These Step-by-Step Tips
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Gain Publicity With This Press Advisory Sample
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How Do You Conclude an Article?
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These are the Different Types of Newspaper Articles for Freelancers
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Sample Publicity Information Fact Sheet for Writers in Journalism
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How to Pick the Best Style Guide for Your Writing
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What You Should Know About APA Style
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What You Need to Know About Using the AP Style When Freelancing
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A Template to Help You Submit a Pitch and Sell Your Writing
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Here's How to Write an LOI That Will Get You Magazine Writing Jobs
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How to Find Contact Information for Magazine Editors
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8 Tips to Ensure You Ask Great Interview Questions
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How to Ask for an Interview for the Magazine Feature You're Writing
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The Differences Between Consumer and Trade Magazines
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Freelance Writing Rates: How Much Can You Charge?
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Want an Easy Contract? Try a Letter of Agreement!
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Basic Contract Information and Template Samples for Freelancers
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Here's What to Know and Include in a Freelance Writing Contract
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Current Freelance Writing Rates: Charge What You're Worth
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Learn How Freelance Writers Get Paid
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A Formal Non-Compete Agreement for Freelance Writers
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Essential Questions to Ask Before Naming Your Freelance Writing Biz
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How to Create Freelance invoices and Get Paid Quickly
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Here's a Sample Freelance Writing Proposal and Tips on What to Include