Use the following checklist to determine whether you have a winner or another stale idea that the editor’s been rejecting for years. How do you know whether your brilliant article idea will strike a chord and get you the assignment or land your carefully crafted pitch in the slush? Use the following checklist to determine […]
Stop Obsessing And Send That Query NOW
Five tips from an award-winning journalist to help you hit send on that pitch. Obsessing over whether to send that query or work on it a little more? You’re not alone. Far too many writers get into the habit of obsessing over a single pitch or query letter, rather than doing the best they can […]
6 Mistakes That Cost You Money And Assignments
A six-figure freelancer on the mistakes that will cost you clients. Some may surprise you. Sometimes, you don’t get second chances. If you offend an editor, it’s unlikely she’ll send more work your way. If you don’t muster up the courage to ask for higher pay, you won’t get that chance again until a new […]
How To Choose The Best Writing Clips For Your Portfolio Website
The whole point is for readers and editors to get a sense of your writing. I redesign my portfolio website every few years so that I can stay current. And each time I spend far too long selecting the best writing clips to showcase. I figure I’ve garnered enough experience to show you how to […]
4 Things You Must Do After You’ve Finished An Assignment
What I do after I finish an assignment that get me paid faster–and sometimes more! You’ve finished an assignment. The article is written precisely to brief. You’ve edited the first draft, proofread it half a dozen times and sent it off to your editor or client. You’ve even included a note saying you really enjoyed […]