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How content marketing can pay your bills
Season 3 Episode 5
If you're looking for an income stream beyond journalism, content marketing could be just the ticket - it's a form of marketing writing that's designed to generate interest in a brand or its products…
Published on 5 years, 8 months ago
A freelancer's guide to pitching - our top tips
Season 3 Episode 4
In today's episode, we talk pitching - why it's important to do it, researching markets before you pitch and the many (many!) different types of content or services you could pitch right now. We also…
Published on 5 years, 8 months ago
6 ways to start future-proofing your freelance business
Season 3 Episode 3
Work or no work, there are a number of things you can start doing now to future-proof your freelance business. In this episode, we talk about how to navigate the new landscape by expanding your netwo…
Published on 5 years, 8 months ago
Survival mode and adjusting to the new normal
Season 3 Episode 2
It's easy to get bogged down in despair while in lockdown and feeling like your business is in free fall. But taking steps now to sort out your finances and start thinking about getting your business…
Published on 5 years, 8 months ago
Freelancing during a crisis - our tips
Season 3 Episode 1
This week's events have left people reeling as the world copes with the effects of the coronavirus, or Covid 19. Freelancers in particular feel vulnerable as industries shut down and we all struggle…
Published on 5 years, 8 months ago
Social media for clients - should you say yes?
Season 2 Episode 12
For freelance journalists used to long-form writing, taking on social media gigs can give you pause. You might not be sure if you can write bitsy teasers, do hashtag research or check insights on the…
Published on 5 years, 9 months ago
Can public speaking become another great income stream for freelancers?
Season 2 Episode 11
If you're an established freelancer, public speaking can be a fantastic way to boost your reputation and position yourself as an expert in your field. It can also help bring more work your way and - …
Published on 5 years, 9 months ago
Anatomy of a great piece of content (and how to create it)
Season 2 Episode 10
Writing a good piece of content can be quite different to penning a feature for a magazine. In this episode, we look at how to choose a topic, perform basic keyword research and write a decent headli…
Published on 5 years, 9 months ago
Why exercise can make you a better freelancer
Season 2 Episode 9
It's all too easy to embrace a sedentary lifestyle as a freelancer, tapping away on your computer all day. But there are ways to shoehorn movement into your day - and in this episode, we share what w…
Published on 5 years, 9 months ago
Working in-house when you're freelance - should you?
Season 2 Episode 8
A lot of us start freelancing so we never have to darken the door of an office again - but what if you miss working alongside a team? Or crave a regular pay-check? Taking occasional in-house stints a…
Published on 5 years, 10 months ago