Secrets of Profitable Freelance Writing
By: Nathan Segal
Published: August 30, 2010
Format: Paperback, 104 pages
ISBN-10: 0978491912
ISBN-13: 978-0978491918
Publisher: Nathan Segal
"What I am going to show you in this manual are my fastest methods for finding work, obtaining great assignments and producing content", writes successful freelance writer and editor Nathan Segal in his very practical and information packed book Secrets of Profitable Freelance Writing. The author describes his proven techniques for landing those choice magazine writing assignments, creating effective internet content, and for making a living as an independent freelance writer.
Nathan Segal recognizes that finding paying magazine writing jobs is a challenge for many freelance writers. The writers very often struggle with locating the right magazines and developing article ideas. Nathan Segal takes the guesswork out of researching magazines both on the internet and in the public library. The author shares his ideas for writing the query letters that get noticed and result in paying contracts with major magazines. The tactics for effective query letters include flexibility, scalability, and reliability in achieving the freelancer's goals. For Nathan Segal, it's important for a freelance writer to gain a steady stream of article assignments, be well paid for writing, and develop a successful freelance business.
Nathan Segal (photo left) understands that there is more to being a successful freelancer than simply writing articles. To enhance freelance income, the author provides information on adding editorial skills to the freelancer's resume. Along with gaining skills, Nathan Segal shares the importance of partnering with editors to help them meet their goals and deadlines. A freelancer with a solid reputation for writing top quality articles, and delivered on time, will earn the trust of magazine editors. Experience acquired from partnerships with editors eases the transition from writer to editor for the freelancer as well. Editorial skills provide additional revenue streams for the freelancer in building a viable business. Nathan Segal doesn't stop with editors as partners, but demonstrates the financial advantage added through leveraging joint ventures with other freelance business people.
For me, the power of the book is how Nathan Segal presents a comprehensive program for achieving freelance success and for building a profitable and sustainable freelance business. Nathan Segal not only provides the theory for achieving strong results as a freelancer but backs up his ideas with practical advice. The recommendations are based on Nathan Segal's years of experience as a writer and editor, and are proven to work well in the real world. One of the additional features of the book is the lavish use of screen captures as illustrations for the author's points. The utilization of screen captures helps teach the importance of understanding the use of various computer and internet tools to widen the freelancer's skill base.
Unlike many other books on the topic of freelancing, this book includes an important section on adding multiple revenue streams through joint ventures. Usually not considered part of a freelance business toolbox, the joint venture is presented by Nathan Segal as a powerful money generator in its own right. A real strength of the book, in fact, is how the author suggests adding editorial skills and multiple income making concepts to that of article writing for online and offline magazines.
I highly recommend the useful and business building book Secrets of Profitable Freelance Writing by Nathan Segal, to anyone seeking a very handy guide to developing and growing a successful and money making freelance business. The proven concepts presented in the book worked for others in the industry, and they will benefit the reader as well.
Read the valuable and profitability boosting manual Secrets of Profitable Freelance Writing by Nathan Segal, and watch your freelance business grow in size and in scope. This book will teach you how to find those top paying magazines, write the ideal query letter, and land the choice assignments. At the same time, Nathan Segal shares his expertise for developing additional skills as an editor, and for securing cash generating joint ventures. This book is certain to transform any freelancer into a business success story.
