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We're on a Boat!

Ahoy Mateys! Each year the IZEA Team participates in a company retreat where we spend time bonding with our co-workers, participating in team building exercises…

IZEAAugust 2, 2011

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6 Tips to Create Regular Freelance Writing Clients

Have you heard of the 80/20 rule? It’s a business axiom that means that 80 percent of your work and your income is produced by…

IZEAAugust 1, 2011

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What Happens to Your Articles When a Magazine Closes Down?

You've been writing for this publication for what seems like ages. You're all comfortable and cozy in the relationship. You have a great rapport with…

IZEAJuly 29, 2011

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Why Freelance Writers Should Learn to Write Sales Letters

Like it or not, being a freelance writer takes a lot of sales skills. Whether you're pitching an article to an editor or trying to…

IZEAJuly 28, 2011

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Ted TV Recap!

Good morning, everybody! Can you believe that Netflix raised their prices for DVDs?! Honestly, I've always had just the streaming service, so no biggie for…

IZEAJuly 27, 2011

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5 Questions to Ask Before Starting a New Assignment

www.ilovetypography.com You’ve just landed an assignment from a new-to-you editor. Congrats! Pat yourself on the back, do a little happy dance, bust out the champagne,…

IZEAJuly 27, 2011

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Top 5 Myths About Freelance Writing

Carol M. Highsmith I am the envy of many of my friends. My life as a freelance writer conjures up in their minds a life of…

IZEAJuly 25, 2011

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Narrow Your Freelance Focus: Six Reasons to Specialize

As a freelancer, you’re constantly pitching yourself and your work to clients. What if there was a way to stand out from the pack and…

IZEAJuly 22, 2011

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How To Find Writing Inspiration From Unlikely Sources

They say inspiration springs up from the most unlikely places. But Tracy O'Connor at the Ghostwriter Dad blog has found that gazing at a computer…

IZEAJuly 21, 2011

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When to Turn Down Freelance Writing Assignments

Considering the number of unemployed (and underemployed) journalists right now, it can be tempting to take whatever freelance projects come your way. Can’t be too…

IZEAJuly 20, 2011

We're on a Boat!

What Happens to Your Articles When a Magazine Closes Down?

Ted TV Recap!

5 Questions to Ask Before Starting a New Assignment

Top 5 Myths About Freelance Writing

Narrow Your Freelance Focus: Six Reasons to Specialize

How To Find Writing Inspiration From Unlikely Sources

When to Turn Down Freelance Writing Assignments

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