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Idioms (Stranger Than Yoda-ese)
Yoda-ese is pretty easy to interpret. The title above comes out in your brain as: “So, hotshot, you think you’re ready; you have NO idea!” It relays attitude, perspective, and a bit of acid wit. Idioms are a bit like that. Take this one for instance: “Pull yourself...
How to Write Great Copy (According to the Pros)
Copywriting is dead. So says Tony Brignull, the most decorated copywriter in Britain, who took part in the documentary Madmen v Mavens in 2014. Exploring the role of copywriting in the digital age and laying bare the opinions of industry veterans alongside the views...
A Powerful Psychological Trick That Will Help You Succeed as a Freelance Writer
There's a powerful psychological trick that will help you succeed as a freelance writer, but only if you use it. When you learn how to harness this trick, you'll improve your writing skills, increase your motivation, find new writing opportunities, and tap into a huge...
9 Great Websites That Will Help You Become a Freelance Writer
So you want to become a freelance writer? Well, if you’re someone who has a good grasp of the English language you’re closer than you think. The internet is full of writers' websites and resources that'll not only help you become a freelance writer but also help you...
Exclusive Interview With Top Freelance Writer Jorden Roper
Hi WriteWorldwide readers! We hope you're making good progress with your freelance writing career and taking the steps needed to succeed. Building a freelance writing career can be tough, and sometimes a few wise words of advice from writers who've achieved success...
What Chuck Berry Can Teach You About Being a Successful Freelance Writer
Rock 'N' Roll legend Chuck Berry sadly died on Saturday at the age of 90. Berry was known for many things including inventing the guitar riff, keeping Angus Young in shorts for 50 years, and taking the pop culture rating of the Back to the Future film franchise from a...
5 Online Tools for Freelance Writers That Will Increase Productivity
As a busy freelance writer, the right tools can make your life easier. There are many kinds of online tools for freelance writers - you probably have a few favourites of your own. In this article, I'll share 5 online tools that have helped me the most. All of the...
5 Simple Techniques to Find an Editor’s Email
Whether you’re building your prospect list to land clients or targeting a major publication like Huffington Post to build credibility, you need to send an email to the correct decision maker. It doesn’t help sending a pitch to a generic email like...
Your Brief Guide to Hiring an Editor as a Non-Native English Freelance Writer
Are you still a novice warrior? Are you a non-native English freelance writer? If yes, you probably struggle to kill these cursed monsters. If yes, you probably struggle to string words together, the right way. You don't have to struggle on alone. There are many...
How to Start a Freelance Writing Career With No Writing Samples – Part 2
At WriteWorldwide, we know that we’re only in the freelance writing business because of you, our readers and subscribers. It makes sense for us to try our very best to provide content that you would find useful and valuable, and the more you keep talking to us the...
How to Start a Freelance Writing Career With No Writing Samples – Part 1
Social proof is an important part of the strategy to become a freelance writer. If you missed it, check out Ciaran's post explaining exactly why you need it. This post is the first in a two-part series giving you a step-by-step guide on how to get your first few...
5 Freelance Writing Limiting Beliefs and How to Overcome Them
Since embarking on my freelance writing career in June 2016 I’ve come across several freelance writing limiting beliefs, beliefs that if held as gospel have the danger of derailing your chances of success in the world of freelance writing. And that’s the thing with...
Why English as a Second Language is No Barrier to Success as a Freelance Writer
Throughout history, many freelance writers like Vladimir Nabokov, Joseph Conrad and Lin Yutang have left their mark in the world of freelance writing. What did they have in common? They were all non-native English speakers (freelance writers who use English as a...
Meet The WriteWorldwide Team!
From the volcanoes of Japan to the deserts of Morocco, the WriteWorldwide team strives to help freelance writers with English as a second language earn big in this lucrative industry. Over the last few months, one of the things we have...
10 Books That Will Make You a Better Freelance Writer
Being a freelance writer is a very rewarding career - providing you can get it right and land those great clients offering high-paying gigs and long-term work. For writers with English as a second language, taking the time to continually sharpen your skills can bring...
Exclusive Interview With Successful Blogger Bamidele Onibalusi
We hope you're enjoying the articles so far here on WriteWorldwide, and are starting to take action to boost your freelance writing career. Make sure to stay tuned for lots more freelance writing tips and advice over the coming months! Today we've got something...
The WriteWorldwide Story: How a Freelance Writing Blog Was Born
Welcome to WriteWorldwide, the number one resource for freelance writers who use English as a second language. We hope you feel at home here. Please take some time to look around, make yourself comfortable and engage with the freelance writing community we’re striving...
Why Social Proof is Important as a Freelance Writer (And How to Build It)
So, you’ve decided to set yourself up as a freelance writer. You've zoned in on your niche, created a website, and now you need to find clients. But there’s just one problem - you have to convince them to hire you. You might have a few good writing samples, but if...
How to Find Freelance Writing Clients on LinkedIn (A System That Works)
There are over 467 million members on LinkedIn, this makes it a goldmine for finding freelance writing clients. The beauty of LinkedIn is that it's very business-focused. People are actively looking to extend their networks and find new opportunities on the platform....
3 Powerful Steps for Taking Massive Action to Succeed as a Freelance Writer
"Decide what you want, decide what you are willing to exchange for it. Establish your priorities and go to work." That's a quote by H.L. Hunt, the Billionaire American oil tycoon, and once the richest man in the world. The quote you just read is Hunt's recipe for...
The Importance of Expectation and How to Prepare for Freelance Writing Success
So you’ve decided you want to launch your freelance writing career. Maybe you've taken a few steps - you’ve got that writer website up, secured a few pieces of social proof, and you’ve sent out your first round of pitches. You might be thinking about some critical...
6 Mindsets You Need to Adopt to Become a Successful Freelance Writer
Are you a freelance writer who’s struggling to advance your writing career? The internet is full of the best strategies to help you become a successful freelance writer. Whilst many of these strategies are solid, they often fail to address an...
How to Build Your Foundation as a Freelance Writer
So, you want to be a freelance writer? As content marketing has exploded and the number of websites and publications grow daily, it’s a viable option. But I see far too many freelance writers entering the market without a clear strategy. And even more, writers who are...