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A bad habit I had to un-learn before I could succeed in my freelance career. . . > Undercharging content writing projects in the hope of attracting more clients. That was me not too long ago. I was chasing clients, undercharging just to secure projects, and ultimately burning out. I ended up: > overwhelmed > Not investing time in research > delivering subpar content One thing I realized the majority of my clients had in common: > Urge to get a lot done on a low-budget > Zero interest in being unique (they were okay with provided content to "duplicate" or just "write in a better way" > Their strategy? Mix and match top-ranking content to produce their own The approach was flawed. I had to take a bold step. Finally, I let go of clients who didn't value quality and focused on only working with those who understood the importance of diving deep when it comes to content. It was a leap of faith. I was earning less in the beginning But, the word spread. One referral after another. Soon I was working with satisfied clients who recognized and valued the quality of my work. Key takeaways: 1. Charging less doesn't always attract the right clients. 2. Quality over quantity pays off in the long run. 3. Referrals are the currency of a job well done. Have you ever undervalued your work to attract more clients? P.S. Ready to level up your content game? Let's chat! #DigitalMarketing #SEOContent #ContentWriting #QualityOverQuantity #Ghostwriting

Every 3 to 5 months I crawl out of my cave to publish content tips here and then wonder why I bothered. Is this just me? I'm not sure why I'm sharing this. Maybe I want to know what drives other people like me who aren't freelancers or CEOs to post. When I started in my career and freelanced, I was big on growing my social media to build my brand and get clients. But now that I've been employed for the last 4+ years, I don't have the following: ⚡️ A strong reason to make time to document and share ⚡️ Clarity on who I'd want to reach and why I don't want to freelance and I'm happy in my job. I'm a creator at heart so I do have a creative itch to scratch which is why I come back. But that hasn't proven to be a strong enough reason for me to carve out time. I don't give a shit about motivation. It's fickle. It's having a good reason to guide my efforts that I'm curious about. Mid content piece I find myself wondering who am I writing this for? Does there need to be someone else in mind? Am I wasting my time creating content about anything I want for my own pleasure? Maybe I finish the piece. Maybe I publish it. Maybe I delete it. When I browse my feed, it all feels overly perfect. Don't get me wrong, there is some great stuff too! But when I see the people making it on here I wonder why do they post? Will I ever feel again whatever they might be feeling to want to do the same or is the desire gone forever? I'm so inactive here likely nobody will see this. But if anyone sees and cares about publishing their own original content, could you share what drives you and what do you hope to achieve if you're not publishing to grow your own business?

Getting an email from the The Freelance Coalition For Developing Countries that I was selected to be paired with a mentor was the best news I received in September this year. My joy became even fuller as the weeks went by, when I started the weekly sessions with Tawni Sattler. Our first call was focused on getting clarity on what I was looking to get from the mentorship. This set the stage right for us, and over the course of 3 months, (originally supposed to be 2 months- we were having so much fun and lost track of time), we delved into the following: 1. How to build a content strategy + built a sample strategy. 2. An indepth review of some of my works. 3. Keyword research and On-page optimization tactics 4. How to provide value in every content piece by prioritizing users' needs first. Tawni also gave me stellar advice on how to succeed as a freelancer and other key skills to pick up to excel in my career. To crown it, she wrote me a stellar recommendation that I will be forever grateful for. Big thanks to The FCDC for this great opportunity to learn from an industry expert. To Tawni, words cannot express how grateful I am for all you did. Thank you so much. Need a content writer for your brand needs? I am open to #contentwriting gigs for B2B SaaS brands.

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Mistakes which every new creator do! The thing I observe as new here are! common mistakes new freelancer do: - Overwhelming with tips. - Focusing on quantity rather than quality. - Sending too many cold DMs. - Falling into depression due to the achievements of great freelancer. - Struggling to maintain consistency. - Not having proper planning. - Not do much intrection after posting. - Not giving priority to the comment section. I know as a new freelancer, there is pressure to maintain consistency, but these mistakes just resist you from achieving your goals fast. Do things as a new freelancer here: - Have a proper weekly plan for what to do on LinkedIn. - Make a few good connections and seek help from them. - At the initial stage, follow only basic tips for 15-20 days. - Don't send too many cold DMs; it will bring your account in danger. - Interact more in the comment section. P.S.: "What are the common mistakes you made as a new on LinkedIn?" #linkedinads #linkedinforcreators #contentwriting #freelancecontentwriter

"Aditi, I know I'm taking a bet on you but my gut says that it's worth it!" These were the words of my 1st client when he gave me the blog-writing project for his startup. Even though I didn't have - work portfolio - pricing knowledge - understanding of the freelancing space He didn't hesitate to take a chance on me. Why? Because sometimes, the faith in your words that follow the action is powerful. During our call, - I was nervous on the inside (which makes sense as it was my first sales call) but didn't allow it to affect my pitch. I confidently explained to him the strategy & framework that I would incorporate to deliver quality work. - I demonstrated my passion for writing and my willingness to learn and grow as a freelancer. - I was honest about my limitations and was open to feedback. And you know what? That was enough for him to trust me and give me the opportunity. He also added: "When I started as a Founder, I was as enthusiastic as you are and a wise person invested in my confidence. So, I want to be that person for you Aditi and I know your work will impress me too!" So, was I able to do an impressive job? Oh yes! I gave all my means to research, draft, and create engaging blog posts which organically helped his business to grow. Looking back, I am grateful for that first client who believed in me and gave me the chance to kick-start my freelancing career. So, if you're a new freelancer, don't be afraid to take the leap and put yourself out there. And, if you're a client looking for talent, remember that sometimes the best candidate may not have a laundry list of credentials, but they may have something even more valuable - the confidence to succeed.🌻 LinkedIn Guide to Creating #freelancewriting #content #writing #linkedin

I hope you have a good feeling about 2024, too. Because I do. Maybe it has something to do with the fact that 2023 ended on a good note (for me). I must say, it feels nice to start the new year with a clean slate. But don't despair if you didn't end the previous year on a good note, there is plenty of time to turn things around and achieve your goals. ~ your personal branding goals, ~ your content marketing goals, and ~ your SEO goals can all still be achieved and you have a whole year ahead to plan, test, implement, and find out what works best for your business. Don't give up on your goals yet. PS: What was your journey (freelancing, LinkedIn, business) like in 2023? _____ Hi! I'm El, a freelance content writer I share #contentmarketingtips on LinkedIn I also motivate, share my journey as a writer, and have fun while at it. #2024goals #contentwriter

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Greetings, I'm Mohammad Samiullah, and I have three years of experience as a content writer. I can provide you with customized, high-quality material to assist you succeed in your SEO campaigns. This is how I can help you: Writing for SEO: Research Writing: Ideas: Writing Reports: Presentation Techniques: well-versed in various reference formats, including APA and Harvard MLA Illinois Oscula IEEE delivering high-quality material free of plagiarism AI 0% timely delivery Extensive research and well-structured

In my 3.5 years of freelance writing, I've experienced situations I could've never anticipated. 🫠 Here are 3 you can expect in this downright bizarre career field: 1. The client pays you…but then never gives you what you need to start. You need your client for edits and other assets. Period. But sometimes they never get back to you (no matter how much you ping them). Lesson: Have a kill fee or a clause requiring full payment – especially if the client doesn't provide the necessary assets to help you do the job. 2. The client loves your work…but never uses it. You’re stoked to add a fancy byline to your website, only for your work to never see the light of day. Lesson: Always save your own work on Google Drive. 3. The client excitedly plans a lofty content strategy…and it never happens. The client schedules weekly meetings, asks you to take on additional work, and invites you to Asana and Notion. But after a few months, nothing pans out. 🚨 Side Note: This is especially common with startup-ups. They *think* they want content marketing, but have 5213 other priorities. Lesson: Be wary of newer companies promising "lots of work coming up!" but are giving disorganized energy. I'm sure I'm not the only one with weird experiences in this field 🙃