Posts Tagged ‘ Freelance Writing ’

Guest Post: Writing Lessons I Learned Twice

March 8, 2010
By brandiwplogin
Guest Post: Writing Lessons I Learned Twice

I’m happy to welcome super talented writer and owner of the fabulous a.k.a. writer blog, Jesaka Long! Although I haven’t had the chance to meet Jesaka in person, I’ve had the fortune of networking with Jesaka online and feel lucky to have done so. Jesaka is not only a talented writer, but has become...
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Magazine 101: How to get published in a magazine

March 4, 2010
By brandiwplogin
Magazine 101: How to get published in a magazine

Okay for all you magazine veterans out there, this is not for you. But please feel free to comment and leave your wise and experienced tips below! As a relatively new full-time freelance writer, I surely had my share of rejections. Yet somewhere in the midst of it all, I’ve actually got published in...
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“Ask and You Shall Receive”

February 18, 2010
By brandiwplogin
“Ask and You Shall Receive”

The belief that we should ask for what we need is a difficult concept for me. I am a woman for one and a minority for another. I’ve been brought up to believe statements like, “You can’t really do anything about it. Don’t bother/make trouble. Just let it go.” This is the reason why...
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Don’t Sell Like a Used Car Salesman

January 19, 2010
By brandiwplogin
Don’t Sell Like a Used Car Salesman

Photo by: roberthuffstutter My husband and I hobbled on over to a used car lot recently. The reason for our less than enthusiastic attitude was our fear of encountering the dreaded stereotypical used car salesman. The man with a big persona (a.k.a. desperate man who talks too much). You know the guy. The one...
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It’s Not All About You

January 14, 2010
By brandiwplogin
It’s Not All About You

I went to a new writer’s group last weekend. I was on a hunt to find like-minded folk locally and decided that since it was 2010, it was about time. Though I was full of gusto and excitement of meeting new writing peeps, the group left a lot to be desired. The two guys...
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Received Yet Another Rejection Letter? Don’t Close the Door Just Yet

January 11, 2010
By brandiwplogin
Received Yet Another Rejection Letter? Don’t Close the Door Just Yet

Last year I sent out a flurry of queries and a couple completed manuscripts. I worked like crazy to reach that impossible, unattainable dream-to get published in a well-known magazine. And here’s what happened: No, I didn’t get into Glamour or O magazines. A prayer wasn’t answered. A miracle was yet to be seen....
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An Important Lesson for Writers from Mr. Walt Disney

December 14, 2009
By brandiwplogin
An Important Lesson for Writers from Mr. Walt Disney

A writer could learn a thing or two from Mr. Walt Disney. My husband and I attended the Walt Disney Family Museum in the Presidio area of San Francisco this weekend. You can read my overall impression of the museum here. But if you’re a writer or author, stick around, this post is for...
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Amazingly Free Resources for Writers

November 9, 2009
By brandiwplogin

Yes the best things in life are free. If only we could still get things for free in this worsening economy. Well I’m making Monday a whole lot better by letting you in on my secret stash of free resources for writers. After spending last week scouring the web, I compiled this Christmas list...
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Goodbye October, Hello November

November 2, 2009
By brandiwplogin
Goodbye October, Hello November

photo by: HarryAlverson It’s time to say goodbye to October and hello to November! My how time flies. One of my past co-workers shot me an email, giving me an update on his life. Since I left the corporate world about three months ago, he happily received a promotion. That got me thinking-what have I...
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Diversify-It’s Not Just About Investing

October 29, 2009
By brandiwplogin
Diversify-It’s Not Just About Investing

Photo: Steve Wampler Oh the things that freelancing has taught me! Some of the things I’ve learned are the importance of keeping good business records, receipts and tracking all my queries. If it was ever beneficial to be organized, it’s now! But another gem came from the wisdom of other freelance writers. From discussion...
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