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6 Paying Poetry Markets For Writers – by Timmy Peace

Published on August 5, 2022

6 Paying Poetry Markets For Writers – by Timmy Peace

Can you actually get paid to write poetry? Sure you can!!!…

5 Direct Yet Diplomatic Ways To Handle Slow Paying Clients – by Louisa Eunice

Published on July 29, 2022

5 Direct Yet Diplomatic Ways To Handle Slow Paying Clients – by Louisa Eunice

While there are those who will honor payments at a later date, a few clients may play coy after the completion of the project. They may even make it impossible to contact them, leaving you feeling stranded...…

10 Markets That Pay Writers To Write About Writing – by Karoki Githure

Published on July 21, 2022

10 Markets That Pay Writers To Write About Writing – by Karoki Githure

The following websites are more than interested in hearing what you can share with new as well as established writers. And, they're willing to pay for your unique ideas!…

Authors, Don’t Be An Idiot Like Me! – by Christopher Emery

Published on July 14, 2022

Authors, Don’t Be An Idiot Like Me! – by Christopher Emery

I kept thinking I just need a push, something to get me higher sales numbers.  Maybe a marketing company?  Whatever my investment, I would certainly make it up in no time with all my new sales, right?…

Political Correctness is Killing Men’s Magazines – by Vanessa de Largie

Published on July 2, 2022

Political Correctness is Killing Men’s Magazines – by Vanessa de Largie

Our words are being strangled to death – by fear. Publishers fear causing offense. publishers fear backlash. So, their overall narrative and message essentially becomes woke and safe...…

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools for Writers – by Jane Fazackarley

Published on June 24, 2022

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools for Writers – by Jane Fazackarley

While many writers are skeptical of AI's usefulness, others find it a valuable asset for their writing.…

Potential Legal Issues for Freelancers: What They Don’t Tell You – by Emily Thompson

Published on June 16, 2022

Potential Legal Issues for Freelancers: What They Don’t Tell You – by Emily Thompson

Here are some things to keep in mind with regards to legal liabilities for freelancers...…

How to Interview People Like a Pro – by Andrew Don

Published on June 9, 2022

How to Interview People Like a Pro – by Andrew Don

Be polite but firm and do not, under any circumstances, let them avoid answering...…

A Disability, Depression, and a Valium Addiction Didn’t Stop Me from Building a £100,000/Year Freelance Career – by Andrew Don

Published on June 4, 2022

A Disability, Depression, and a Valium Addiction Didn’t Stop Me from Building a £100,000/Year Freelance Career – by Andrew Don

All I needed was an overwhelming fear of destitution, a hunger for news, and an instinct for...…

RADICAL WRITE: Writing Controversial Non-fiction That SELLS! – by W. Adam Mandelbaum Esq.

Published on May 28, 2022

RADICAL WRITE: Writing Controversial Non-fiction That SELLS! – by W. Adam Mandelbaum Esq.

How do you generate controversial non-fiction ideas the quick and easy way?…

7 Paying Food and Drinks Markets For Writers – by Karoki Githure

Published on May 20, 2022

7 Paying Food and Drinks Markets For Writers – by Karoki Githure

Coffee, tea, food, and wine info. - and even poetry! Check out these paying markets for writers!!…

3 Common Reasons Why Freelancers Get Sued – It Happened To Me! – by Emily Thompson

Published on May 13, 2022

3 Common Reasons Why Freelancers Get Sued – It Happened To Me! – by Emily Thompson

I was immediately terminated from the project and, in the two days that followed, I was served with a lawsuit...…

Love Storytelling? You, Too, Can Be an Audiobook Narrator! – by Christy Lindsay

Published on May 7, 2022

Love Storytelling? You, Too, Can Be an Audiobook Narrator! – by Christy Lindsay

What do you need in order to channel your creative talents into narration? And, how can you get work as an audiobook narrator?…

7 Local “Angles” You Can Mine for Your Small Business Writing Clients! – by Sharon Woodhouse

Published on April 29, 2022

7 Local “Angles” You Can Mine for Your Small Business Writing Clients! – by Sharon Woodhouse

There are 30.7 million small businesses in the U.S. and they need your freelance writing help...…

WritersWeekly Will NOT Be Silenced! – by Brian Whiddon, Managing Editor

Published on April 22, 2022

WritersWeekly Will NOT Be Silenced! – by Brian Whiddon, Managing Editor

Lately, we’ve seen more and more emails from people who feel it necessary to pour their derision and demands upon us for, of all things...…

Can You Make More Money with General Event News Writing? We Bet You Can! – by Simon A. Thalmann

Published on April 15, 2022

Can You Make More Money with General Event News Writing? We Bet You Can! – by Simon A. Thalmann

One quick and easy news article format that’s always in demand is the general event article. Often called preview or advance articles, these are published in advance of an event, activity, or meeting and you can probably sell these to your existing clients!…

SELL MORE BOOKS! Virtual Book Tours Are Now More Accepted Than Ever – by Jennifer Brown Banks

Published on April 8, 2022

SELL MORE BOOKS! Virtual Book Tours Are Now More Accepted Than Ever – by Jennifer Brown Banks

Even before the virus, brick and mortar bookstores were closing because they couldn't compete with Amazon...…

6 Paying “List” Markets for Writers! – by Tatiana Claudy

Published on April 1, 2022

6 Paying “List” Markets for Writers! – by Tatiana Claudy

I sell easy "list" articles to publications, and you can, too!…

Australia’s Total Lockdown Almost Destroyed my Writing Business…But I Fixed That! – by Vanessa DeLargie

Published on April 1, 2022

Australia’s Total Lockdown Almost Destroyed my Writing Business…But I Fixed That! – by Vanessa DeLargie

Typing ‘paid guest blogging’ into Google can sometimes be the most intelligent thing a freelance writer can do....…

Why Having a “10,000-words-a-day” Writing Goal Was Too Much… – by Christina Queen

Published on March 25, 2022

Why Having a “10,000-words-a-day” Writing Goal Was Too Much… – by Christina Queen

Don’t get me wrong; I want to write. I want to capture the fresh and raw emotions brought on by visiting this amazing beach. But, I can't. In fact, I’m avoiding my computer altogether. Here's why...…

Your Copyrighted Work Can Be Copied—Legally! – by Antaeus Balevre

Published on March 18, 2022

Your Copyrighted Work Can Be Copied—Legally! – by Antaeus Balevre

Congress decided that the intent of the original law was NOT to give copyright holders complete control of their works. So, they passed the...…

5 Scams That Prey on Desperate Freelance Writers – by Louisa Eunice

Published on March 11, 2022

5 Scams That Prey on Desperate Freelance Writers – by Louisa Eunice

Getting scammed is a painful experience that can take a toll on your finances, your stress level, and even your confidence. To avoid falling into one of these traps, it’s important to...…

5 Ways to Improve Your Chances of Winning Writing Competitions – by Amanda Steel

Published on March 4, 2022

5 Ways to Improve Your Chances of Winning Writing Competitions – by Amanda Steel

If you want a better chance at winning one of the highly coveted cash prizes at a writing competition, read this!…

Getting Work from Foreign Clients During Slow U.S. Holiday Periods – by Mike Michelsen

Published on February 25, 2022

Getting Work from Foreign Clients During Slow U.S. Holiday Periods – by Mike Michelsen

Me: Wow. That’s great. Not many businesses take that kind of initiative this close to the holidays. Assistant: It’s no problem at all, but you do know that this is primarily a Muslim country, don’t you? Me: (Pregnant Pause)…

Disgruntled Client? Here’s How to Save the Relationship – by Jennifer Brown Banks

Published on February 18, 2022

Disgruntled Client? Here’s How to Save the Relationship – by Jennifer Brown Banks

Before we get into how to turn these negative situations around, for informational purposes, let’s examine the 3 basic types of disgruntled clients you are likely to encounter in your business...…

Simple, Year-long Organization is the Key to Stress-free Tax Filing for Freelancers – by Mike Michelsen

Published on February 10, 2022

Simple, Year-long Organization is the Key to Stress-free Tax Filing for Freelancers – by Mike Michelsen

Less stress...and a larger refund! …

The Long Road to Overcoming Autism, and Becoming a Writer – by Paul Jordan

Published on February 5, 2022

The Long Road to Overcoming Autism, and Becoming a Writer – by Paul Jordan

I became a writer, but it wasn't easy. Being diagnosed as autistic (Autism Spectrum Disorder Level 1), I frequently took words and expressions literally....…

Is a Friend or Colleague Sabotaging Your Writing Career? – by Chris Saunders

Published on January 27, 2022

Is a Friend or Colleague Sabotaging Your Writing Career? – by Chris Saunders

Don't listen to the would-be know-it-all's who facilitate failure. If you want to be a real writer, you must start acting like a professional NOW. …

Three Homemade Productivity Tools for Authors That I’ll Give You For Free – by Chris Norbury

Published on January 21, 2022

Three Homemade Productivity Tools for Authors That I’ll Give You For Free – by Chris Norbury

I’d previously checked out many productivity tools for novelists online but none gave me exactly what I wanted. So, I developed my own....…

4 Client Mistakes You MUST Avoid When Freelancing – by Joshua Pantalleresco

Published on January 13, 2022

4 Client Mistakes You MUST Avoid When Freelancing – by Joshua Pantalleresco

Mistakes are going to happen when you choose to become a freelancer. I’ve made plenty, both…

How to Profit on the Current “Sales Enablement” Copywriting Craze – by Rebecca Boyle

Published on December 31, 2021

How to Profit on the Current “Sales Enablement” Copywriting Craze – by Rebecca Boyle

Sales enablement copy is anything written that helps to move prospects along the sales pipeline.…

Are Non-marginalized Writers Being Marginalized? – by Antaeus Balevre

Published on December 17, 2021

Are Non-marginalized Writers Being Marginalized? – by Antaeus Balevre

Every writer's work should be published based on its merit; not on whether the writer is marginalized...or not. Do you agree?…

Writing Personal: How Much Do You Share? – by Wendy Hobday Haugh

Published on December 11, 2021

Writing Personal: How Much Do You Share? – by Wendy Hobday Haugh

A successful personal experience piece is inclusive. It offers readers the chance to step into your life, share one of your most significant, life-altering experiences, and walk away inspired.…

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POD SECRETS REVEALED: Book Contests for a Publisher’s Authors? Pppfffttt!!! By Angela Hoy

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P.O.D. SECRETS REVEALED: Ridiculous Contract Clauses!

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  • 5 Direct Yet Diplomatic Ways To Handle Slow Paying Clients – by Louisa Eunice

    July 29, 2022 4:26 pm

    By: By Angela Hoy - Publisher of WritersWeekly.com

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    While there are those who will honor payments at a later date, a few clients may play coy after the completion of the project. They may even make it impossible to contact them, leaving you feeling stranded... Read more →

    Let’s face it: Slow-paying clients can be a drag! They may leave you feeling frustrated after a project, especially if you’re a full-time freelancer who relies on your payments to settle the bills. While there are those who will honor payments at a later date, a few clients may play coy after the completion of the project. They may even make it impossible to contact them, leaving you feeling stranded.

    Slow payments can also cause a litany of other issues, which could make your other projects to fall behind. Understanding how to identify and manage these kinds of relationships is the best way to get out of these sticky situations.

    Here are 5 ways that will help you handle a slow-paying client in a direct and diplomatic way:

    1. Understand their payment process
    Every client comes with different payment options. There is one who will want to pay through Paypal while the other will offer a wire transfer. All of these options come with different protocols that affect the timeframe in which you’ll receive your payment.

    To ensure that you have a clear understanding of the process, ask your client about it before embarking on the project. Once you do this, you’ll know where potential delays may occur, and will know the appropriate time ask your client after not receiving a payment.

    2. Invoice ASAP
    Don’t wait until the end of the month! Invoice your client as soon as the work is complete. If it’s a large project, arrange monthly billing, or even milestone billing, so that you can invoice at certain stages of completion. This protects you in case the client chooses to call off the project. It will also be difficult to delay payment in this case because you’ll be paid at every phase of the project.

    3. Insist on electronic billing and payment
    If you’re working on multiple long-term projects, it’s best to move beyond paper invoicing, and push for electronic bill payments. For instance, payment providers like Bill.com turn around payments five days after an invoice. Also, accounting software like Xero and FreshBooks significantly reduce the amount of time it takes to get paid. By sending invoices electronically, you’ll track whether your clients have reviewed them, and you can rely on the late payment reminders.

    4. Be friendly but firm
    If your client constantly sends late payments, have a friendly, firm, and respectful conversation with them to discuss your concerns. Explain that his payments are repeatedly past due and that you’re getting concerned. If the client has any merit, they’ll give you the answers you’re looking for. With a bit of luck, they’ll connect you to the accounting department to help you follow up with the payments.

    5. Take legal action if it goes bad
    This should act as a last resort. If you haven’t been able to receive your payment after all the aforementioned tips, you should consider legal action. However, this move cuts both ways. First, determine whether the payment is worth the cost of litigation. Consulting with a lawyer will help you weigh this decision. Should you decide to pursue legal action, your lawyer will start by sending out a demand letter and other legal proceedings will follow.

    An Ounce of Prevention
    Unfortunately, late payments are fairly common in the world of any freelance writer. One of the best things you can do is draw up your contract to your advantage. Remember, your contract is the best way to keep your business on track. Have a contract that clearly defines your exact role and requirements, project deliverables, project timeline, and agreed-upon payment terms. Do this for all projects and you’ll communicate your payment expectations right out of the gate.

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    Louisa Eunice is a freelance writer who has experience writing B2B and B2C content for a variety of audiences and publications. She also writes short-form marketing content for an array of unique brands. Some past organizations Louisa has worked with include TapDesk, Captive Network, Reviewed, and many more.

     

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    So, You Wanna Be a Ghostwriter - How To Make Money Writing Without a Byline


    Many freelance writers find it difficult to break into the publishing world. What they don't know, however, is that there's a faster and easier way to see their words in print. It's called ghostwriting, and it's an extremely lucrative, fun, and challenging career.

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