Lydia Dalem

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Should You Be a Part-Time or Full-Time Freelance Writer?

Signs You Should Start Freelancing Full-Time You thrive on change and variety. The life of a freelance writer is rarely predictable because your client roster, project types, and workload can vary drastically from month to month. To be a successful full-timer, you definitely need to be com

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10 Best Copywriting Portfolio Examples 2022 & How to Build Your Own

Whether you're trying to get hired as a copywriter, you're an experienced [freelance copywriter](https://www.businessinsider.com/freelance-copywriter-start-successful-business-2022-6), or you're just striking out on your own, a well-designed copywriting portfolio can be the difference between gettin

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Publications To Pitch In Order To Build Your Portfolio

Though you likely can’t expect to be published in Rolling Stone without an already-impressive portfolio to back you up, there are, luckily, plenty of publications that accept pitches and finished pieces from newbies. Some are unpaid, which shouldn’t deter you—at first, at least. If you’re serious ab

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7 Tricks to Overcome the Loneliness of Working at Home

To save your sanity, you have to be intentional about socializing and creating a feeling of community around work while still enjoying the perks of working by yourself. Here are seven tips for overcoming the loneliness of writing at home. Listen to podcasts Podcasts are an easy way to fill

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How to Stop Procrastinating (and get to work faster!)

But if you find yourself giving in to the urge to push writing aside on the regular, it’s going to affect your productivity and your confidence. Whether you’re facing school assignments, client work, or your own creative project, don’t let procrastination stand in your way. Set Daily Goals fo

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5 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Accepting A New Writing Project

When spending a lot of time searching for more work, it’s tempting to take the first writing job offer that comes your way. But should you really be saying yes to anything and everything? Before accepting a new gig, ask yourself these five questions. Do you have the time? This will be one of